Thunder Edge Pistons in Overtime Thriller
Monday, March 30, 2026, 9:30 PM ET · Paycom Center
Oklahoma City Thunder 114, Detroit Pistons 110, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
The next free pick, for your email
Team, bet, price and the hash it was sealed under, on this page the moment you send. Lose or win, it stays public.
or by email
Public record of the main pick, losses included: 115 won, 44 lost. See every pick
One free pick a day by email until you unsubscribe, in one click. 21+.
Quick answers
Who won Detroit Pistons vs Oklahoma City Thunder?
Oklahoma City Thunder beat Detroit Pistons 114-110 at Paycom Center on March 30, 2026.
Who was favored in Detroit Pistons vs Oklahoma City Thunder?
Oklahoma City Thunder were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -650 (about 87% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Oklahoma City Thunder triumphed over the Detroit Pistons with a final score of 114-110 after overtime. This victory not only showcased the Thunder's resilience but also highlighted their ability to perform under pressure, as they managed to secure the win despite a challenging game. The series between these two teams is now tied at 1-1, adding another layer of intrigue to their ongoing rivalry.
The Thunder entered this game with a strong home record of 60-16, showcasing their dominance at the Paycom Center. They have been in impressive form lately, winning nine of their last ten games, with an average of 118.9 points scored and 107.7 points allowed during this stretch. Their recent performances include victories against the New York Knicks and Chicago Bulls, both at home, where they scored 111-100 and 131-113 respectively. The Thunder's last five games have seen them average 121.2 points while allowing 109.2 points, further emphasizing their offensive capabilities.
On the other side, the Pistons have also been performing well, boasting an away record of 54-21. They have won eight of their last ten games, averaging 120.7 points scored and 108.6 points allowed. Their recent victories include a commanding win over the Minnesota Timberwolves, where they won 109-87, and a solid performance against the New Orleans Pelicans, winning 129-108. The Pistons have averaged 119.0 points in their last five games while allowing 107.2 points, indicating a balanced offensive and defensive strategy.
The Thunder's home advantage has been significant, as they have maintained an impressive 5-0 record at home recently. In contrast, the Pistons have a 3-1 record in their last four away games, showing they can compete on the road but still face challenges in hostile environments.
Historically, the Thunder have had the upper hand in their recent meetings with the Pistons, leading the head-to-head record 2-1 over the last two seasons. In their previous encounters this season, the Thunder lost to the Pistons 116-124 on February 26, 2026, but rebounded with a 119-103 victory at home on April 3, 2025. This latest game added another chapter to their competitive history.
In terms of injuries, the Thunder faced some challenges with multiple players listed as day-to-day, including Isaiah Hartenstein (ankle), Ajay Mitchell (calf), Otega Oweh (lower leg), Thomas Sorber (knee), and Jalen Williams (hamstring). The status of these players could impact the Thunder's depth and strategy in upcoming games. The Pistons, however, did not have any injury concerns reported for this matchup, allowing them to field a full-strength team.
The betting market reflected the Thunder's strong position, with DraftKings setting the spread at -11.5 in favor of Oklahoma City, indicating a strong belief in their ability to win by a significant margin. The total points line was set at 217.5, suggesting expectations for a moderately high-scoring game. The moneyline odds favored the Thunder at -650, while the Pistons were listed at 470, further emphasizing the Thunder's status as favorites.
Conditions for the game were typical for a late March evening in Oklahoma City, with fans filling the Paycom Center to support their team. The atmosphere was electric, contributing to the home team's performance as they fought to maintain their winning streak.
Viewers of the game were treated to a thrilling finish, with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander playing a pivotal role in overtime. His scoring, including crucial free throws, helped the Thunder secure the win. The game featured several key plays, including a driving layup by Daniss Jenkins and free throws that ultimately sealed the victory for Oklahoma City.
Overall, this matchup between the Thunder and Pistons was a showcase of talent, strategy, and determination, leaving fans eager for their next encounter.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | OKC -11.5 | 217.5 o -110 / u -110 | Detroit Pistons +470 · Oklahoma City Thunder -650 |
Injury report
- Isaiah HartensteinDay-To-DayAnkleOklahoma City Thunder
- Ajay MitchellDay-To-DayCalfOklahoma City Thunder
- Otega OwehDay-To-DayLower LegOklahoma City Thunder
- Thomas SorberDay-To-DayKneeOklahoma City Thunder
- Jalen WilliamsDay-To-DayHamstringOklahoma City Thunder
Leaders
- PointsShai Gilgeous-Alexander47Oklahoma City Thunder
- AssistsAlex Caruso4Oklahoma City Thunder
- ReboundsJaylin Williams13Oklahoma City Thunder
- PointsPaul Reed21Detroit Pistons
- AssistsKevin Huerter6Detroit Pistons
- ReboundsPaul Reed10Detroit Pistons
Recent form
Oklahoma City Thunder
Last 10: 9-1Streak W2118.9 scored · 107.7 allowed per game5-0 at home
- W111-100vs New York KnicksMar 29
- W131-113vs Chicago BullsMar 28
- L109-119at Boston CelticsMar 25
- W123-103at Philadelphia 76ersMar 23
- W132-111at Washington WizardsMar 21
- W121-92at Brooklyn NetsMar 18
- W113-108at Orlando MagicMar 17
- W116-103vs Minnesota TimberwolvesMar 15
- W104-102vs Boston CelticsMar 13
- W129-126vs Denver NuggetsMar 9
Detroit Pistons
Last 10: 8-2Streak W2120.7 scored · 108.6 allowed per game3-1 away
- W109-87at Minnesota TimberwolvesMar 28
- W129-108vs New Orleans PelicansMar 26
- L129-130vs Atlanta HawksMar 25
- W113-110vs Los Angeles LakersMar 23
- W115-101vs Golden State WarriorsMar 20
- W117-95at Washington WizardsMar 19
- W130-117at Washington WizardsMar 17
- L108-119at Toronto RaptorsMar 15
- W126-110vs Memphis GrizzliesMar 13
- W131-109vs Philadelphia 76ersMar 12
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit | - | 22 | W3 | .732 | 60 |
| Cleveland | 8 | 30 | W1 | .634 | 52 |
| Milwaukee | 28 | 50 | L1 | .390 | 32 |
| Chicago | 29 | 51 | L2 | .378 | 31 |
| Indiana | 41 | 63 | L2 | .232 | 19 |
| Oklahoma City | - | 18 | L2 | .780 | 64 |
| Denver | 10 | 28 | W12 | .659 | 54 |
| Minnesota | 15 | 33 | W2 | .598 | 49 |
| Portland | 22 | 40 | W2 | .512 | 42 |
| Utah | 42 | 60 | L1 | .268 | 22 |
Box score
| Stat | Detroit Pistons | Oklahoma City Thunder |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 41-97 | 38-81 |
| Field goal % | 42 | 47 |
| Three-pointers | 16-43 | 10-34 |
| Three-point % | 37 | 29 |
| Free throws | 12-23 | 28-32 |
| Free throw % | 52 | 88 |
| Rebounds | 46 | 42 |
| Offensive rebounds | 15 | 6 |
| Defensive rebounds | 31 | 36 |
| Assists | 30 | 17 |
| Steals | 12 | 9 |
| Blocks | 8 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 16 | 17 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 17 | 22 |
| Fast-break points | 9 | 15 |
| Points in the paint | 40 | 44 |
| Fouls | 28 | 24 |
| Largest lead | 7 | 15 |
| Lead changes | 4 | 4 |
| Time in front | 9 | 84 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter74-79Marcus Sasser makes 25-foot three point jumper (Caris LeVert assists)
- 4th Quarter74-82Isaiah Joe makes 22-foot three point jumper (Ajay Mitchell assists)
- 4th Quarter76-82Ausar Thompson makes driving layup (Kevin Huerter assists)
- 4th Quarter78-82Ausar Thompson makes 8-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter78-85Isaiah Joe makes 26-foot running pullup jump shot (Alex Caruso assists)
- 4th Quarter80-85Paul Reed makes 1-foot layup (Kevin Huerter assists)
- 4th Quarter83-85Caris LeVert makes 23-foot three point jumper (Kevin Huerter assists)
- 4th Quarter84-85Paul Reed makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter87-85Kevin Huerter makes 25-foot running pullup jump shot (Marcus Sasser assists)
- 4th Quarter87-87Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes 15-foot pullup jump shot (Jaylin Williams assists)
- 4th Quarter87-89Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes 19-foot step back jumpshot
- 4th Quarter90-89Javonte Green makes 22-foot three point jumper (Marcus Sasser assists)
- 4th Quarter93-89Marcus Sasser makes 26-foot three point jumper (Daniss Jenkins assists)
- 4th Quarter93-90Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter94-90Ausar Thompson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter97-90Daniss Jenkins makes 26-foot three point jumper (Marcus Sasser assists)
- 4th Quarter97-91Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter97-92Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter97-94Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes 10-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter97-96Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes 14-foot step back jumpshot
- 4th Quarter99-96Kevin Huerter makes running dunk
- 4th Quarter99-99Jaylin Williams makes 23-foot three point jumper (Shai Gilgeous-Alexander assists)
- 4th Quarter99-100Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter99-101Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter100-101Paul Reed makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter101-101Paul Reed makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT101-103Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes 15-foot step back jumpshot
- OT101-105Cason Wallace makes 1-foot layup (Alex Caruso assists)
- OT104-105Kevin Huerter makes 22-foot three point jumper (Daniss Jenkins assists)
- OT104-108Alex Caruso makes 23-foot three point jumper (Shai Gilgeous-Alexander assists)
- OT106-108Paul Reed makes dunk (Kevin Huerter assists)
- OT106-109Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes free throw 1 of 3
- OT106-110Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes free throw 2 of 3
- OT106-111Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes free throw 3 of 3
- OT107-111Paul Reed makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT108-111Paul Reed makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT108-112Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT110-112Daniss Jenkins makes driving layup
- OT110-113Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT110-114Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Oklahoma City Thunder, below favours Detroit Pistons.
Venue
- Paycom CenterOklahoma City, OK
- Attendance18203
- OfficialsScott Foster, Phenizee Ransom, Karl Lane
Elsewhere
- 2026 NBA free agency: Grades for offseason signings, extensions
- Stephen A. rips NBA for not giving Kawhi a more severe punishment
- 2026 NBA buzz: Latest free agency and trade updates
- Sources: Rockets' Amen Thompson agrees to 5-year, $208M extension
- 'The Hoop Collective': Episodes of Brian Windhorst's NBA podcast
- Windhorst: Kawhi is an 'unmitigated winner' following NBA's punishments
Picks for NBA
NBA rules and settlement
These two, other days
- Pistons Edge Thunder in Close ContestFeb 25, 2026