Pistons Dominate 76ers in NBA Clash
Saturday, April 4, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Xfinity Mobile Arena
Detroit Pistons 116, Philadelphia 76ers 93, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Detroit Pistons vs Philadelphia 76ers?
Detroit Pistons beat Philadelphia 76ers 116-93 at Xfinity Mobile Arena on April 4, 2026.
Who was favored in Detroit Pistons vs Philadelphia 76ers?
Detroit Pistons were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -170 (about 63% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Detroit Pistons defeated the Philadelphia 76ers with a final score of 116-93 at the Xfinity Mobile Arena. This victory marked the Pistons' fourth consecutive win over the 76ers in their current series, extending their dominance with a 4-0 series record against Philadelphia this season.
The Pistons entered this game with an impressive away record of 57-21, showcasing their strength on the road. They had won eight of their last ten games, currently riding a two-game winning streak. In their previous outing, Detroit secured a 113-108 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves, and they had averaged 119.2 points while allowing 108.6 over their last ten games. Their recent form included a strong showing at home with a 5-1 record and a 3-1 mark in away games, indicating their ability to perform consistently in different environments.
On the other hand, the Philadelphia 76ers, with a home record of 43-35, faced challenges against the Pistons. Despite a solid 7-3 record in their last ten games, the 76ers were unable to overcome Detroit's offensive prowess. They came into this game with a two-game winning streak, having recently defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 115-103. However, their scoring average of 122.5 points per game at home was overshadowed by their defensive struggles, as they allowed an average of 118.8 points during this stretch.
In terms of head-to-head matchups, the 76ers had struggled against the Pistons, losing five of their last six meetings. Their most recent encounter before this game was on March 12, 2026, where the 76ers lost 109-131 in Detroit. This ongoing trend of defeat against the Pistons added pressure on Philadelphia as they sought to break the cycle.
Injury concerns for the 76ers included Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, who was listed as day-to-day with a finger injury. His status was uncertain leading up to the game, which could have impacted Philadelphia's depth and performance.
The betting market reflected the Pistons' strong position, with DraftKings listing them as 3.5-point favorites. The total for the game was set at 225.5, indicating expectations for a moderately high-scoring affair. The moneyline odds showed the Pistons at -170, while the 76ers were at +142, further emphasizing the Pistons' favor in this matchup.
As the game unfolded, the Pistons quickly established control, leading significantly throughout the contest. Key scoring plays in the fourth quarter included Trendon Watford making an 8-foot driving floating jump shot, followed by Ausar Thompson's two-point shot assisted by Kevin Huerter. The Pistons continued to build their lead, with Ronald Holland II contributing a 26-foot three-point jumper that pushed the score to 116-91.
The conditions at the Xfinity Mobile Arena were conducive for basketball, and the Pistons capitalized on their opportunities, showcasing their offensive efficiency and defensive resilience. The 76ers, despite their home-court advantage, were unable to find their rhythm against a well-organized Pistons team.
Overall, this game highlighted the ongoing struggles of the 76ers against the Pistons, as they were unable to secure a victory despite their recent form. The Pistons' ability to maintain their winning streak against Philadelphia sets a clear narrative for their future matchups.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | DET -3.5 | 225.5 o -115 / u -105 | Detroit Pistons -170 · Philadelphia 76ers +142 |
Injury report
- Kentavious Caldwell-PopeDay-To-DayFingerPhiladelphia 76ers
Leaders
- PointsTyrese Maxey23Philadelphia 76ers
- AssistsPaul George4Philadelphia 76ers
- ReboundsVJ Edgecombe6Philadelphia 76ers
- PointsTobias Harris19Detroit Pistons
- AssistsDaniss Jenkins14Detroit Pistons
- ReboundsJalen Duren7Detroit Pistons
Recent form
Philadelphia 76ers
Last 10: 7-3Streak W2122.5 scored · 118.8 allowed per game3-1 at home
- W115-103vs Minnesota TimberwolvesApr 3
- W153-131at Washington WizardsApr 1
- L109-119at Miami HeatMar 30
- W118-114at Charlotte HornetsMar 28
- W157-137vs Chicago BullsMar 25
- L103-123vs Oklahoma City ThunderMar 23
- W126-116at Utah JazzMar 22
- W139-118at Sacramento KingsMar 20
- L96-124at Denver NuggetsMar 18
- W109-103vs Portland Trail BlazersMar 15
Detroit Pistons
Last 10: 8-2Streak W2119.2 scored · 108.6 allowed per game3-1 away
- W113-108vs Minnesota TimberwolvesApr 2
- W127-116vs Toronto RaptorsApr 1
- L110-114at Oklahoma City ThunderMar 31
- 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
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 |
| Boston | - | 26 | W2 | .683 | 56 |
| New York | 3 | 29 | L1 | .646 | 53 |
| Toronto | 10 | 36 | W1 | .561 | 46 |
| Philadelphia | 11 | 37 | W2 | .549 | 45 |
| Brooklyn | 36 | 62 | L3 | .244 | 20 |
Box score
| Stat | Detroit Pistons | Philadelphia 76ers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 43-87 | 35-79 |
| Field goal % | 49 | 44 |
| Three-pointers | 11-28 | 8-29 |
| Three-point % | 39 | 28 |
| Free throws | 19-24 | 15-19 |
| Free throw % | 79 | 79 |
| Rebounds | 45 | 33 |
| Offensive rebounds | 16 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 29 | 23 |
| Assists | 33 | 17 |
| Steals | 12 | 8 |
| Blocks | 4 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 15 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 12 | 18 |
| Fast-break points | 22 | 12 |
| Points in the paint | 54 | 44 |
| Fouls | 15 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 26 | 2 |
| Lead changes | 5 | 5 |
| Time in front | 93 | 2 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter73-62Andre Drummond makes 2-foot dunk (VJ Edgecombe assists)
- 3rd Quarter75-62Ausar Thompson makes alley oop dunk (Daniss Jenkins assists)
- 3rd Quarter75-65Tyrese Maxey makes 26-foot three point jumper (Paul George assists)
- 3rd Quarter75-67Tyrese Maxey makes 2-foot running pullup jump shot (Kelly Oubre Jr. assists)
- 3rd Quarter77-67Jalen Duren makes two point shot
- 3rd Quarter80-67Daniss Jenkins makes 26-foot three point jumper (Ausar Thompson assists)
- 3rd Quarter81-67Tobias Harris makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter82-67Tobias Harris makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter84-67Tobias Harris makes 9-foot turnaround jump shot
- 3rd Quarter84-69Paul George makes 21-foot jumper
- 3rd Quarter86-69Marcus Sasser makes 11-foot driving floating jump shot
- 3rd Quarter88-69Ausar Thompson makes running dunk (Tobias Harris assists)
- 3rd Quarter88-72VJ Edgecombe makes 23-foot three point jumper (Quentin Grimes assists)
- 3rd Quarter89-72Jalen Duren makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter90-72Jalen Duren makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter93-72Tobias Harris makes 25-foot running jump shot (Caris LeVert assists)
- 3rd Quarter93-74Adem Bona makes two point shot
- 3rd Quarter93-76Tyrese Maxey makes 13-foot driving floating jump shot
- 3rd Quarter93-77Tyrese Maxey makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter93-78Tyrese Maxey makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter93-79VJ Edgecombe makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter93-81VJ Edgecombe makes 11-foot step back jumpshot
- 3rd Quarter95-81Ronald Holland II makes 16-foot pullup jump shot (Daniss Jenkins assists)
- 4th Quarter95-83Adem Bona makes tip in dunk
- 4th Quarter98-83Kevin Huerter makes 24-foot running jump shot (Daniss Jenkins assists)
- 4th Quarter99-83Jalen Duren makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter100-83Ronald Holland II makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter102-83Ausar Thompson makes 1-foot layup (Daniss Jenkins assists)
- 4th Quarter104-83Tobias Harris makes 9-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter104-85Dominick Barlow makes driving layup (Paul George assists)
- 4th Quarter107-85Duncan Robinson makes 26-foot three point jumper (Daniss Jenkins assists)
- 4th Quarter109-85Tobias Harris makes 1-foot two point shot (Daniss Jenkins assists)
- 4th Quarter109-87Trendon Watford makes 8-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter111-87Ausar Thompson makes two point shot (Kevin Huerter assists)
- 4th Quarter113-87Paul Reed makes driving layup (Kevin Huerter assists)
- 4th Quarter113-88Trendon Watford makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter113-89Trendon Watford makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter113-91Dominick Barlow makes 1-foot running dunk (Trendon Watford assists)
- 4th Quarter116-91Ronald Holland II makes 26-foot three point jumper (Marcus Sasser assists)
- 4th Quarter116-93Dominick Barlow makes 3-foot layup (Trendon Watford assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Philadelphia 76ers, below favours Detroit Pistons.
Venue
- Xfinity Mobile ArenaPhiladelphia, PA
- Attendance19746
- OfficialsMark Lindsay, Marc Davis, Brandon Schwab
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