Pistons vs Raptors Free Pick, NBA Free Pick & Predictions 2/11/26
- J.A. Cavalier
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Pistons vs Raptors Free Pick
The Detroit Pistons travel north of the border tonight for a pivotal Eastern Conference showdown against the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena. With the All-Star break looming, both teams have significant incentive to enter the hiatus on a high note. Detroit sits atop the Eastern Conference at 39-13, firmly establishing itself as one of the league’s elite, while Toronto, at 32-22, is battling to secure home-court positioning in what has become a tightly contested playoff race.
This marks the first regular-season meeting between the two clubs, adding an additional layer of intrigue. Detroit has built its success on balance and discipline, pairing a top-tier defensive identity with efficient half-court offense. Toronto, meanwhile, has leaned into versatility and ball movement, creating matchup challenges with its length and positional flexibility.
From a betting perspective, this matchup presents a compelling clash of styles. Detroit’s ability to control tempo and execute in structured sets contrasts with Toronto’s preference for fluid offensive movement and opportunistic scoring. With both teams ranking among the conference’s most consistent performers, expect a competitive, playoff-caliber atmosphere in a game that could have meaningful implications for seeding down the stretch.
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FREE PICK UNDER 224.5
Under 224.5 is the sharp side. You’ve got the No. 2 ranked defense in Detroit and the No. 6 ranked defense in Toronto, and Detroit is allowing under 110 points per game. That’s not a typo — that’s elite. Toronto is bottom-10 in pace and ranks 2nd in halfcourt frequency, meaning they want you in the mud. They don’t run, they execute. Now some bettors see Duren, Stewart, and Poeltl out and think, ‘Oh, smaller lineups, more pace.’ No. It’s usually the opposite — rim efficiency drops. Detroit is 4th in eFG% allowed at the rim at 63.4%, and without their primary lob and putback threats — a team that ranks 2nd in putback plays per 100 misses — second-chance points dry up. And Toronto? They’ve struggled against top-tier defensive profiles all season. This feels like 108–104 territory. If you’re betting Over here, you’re betting vibes. I’m betting math.
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