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Pistons Dominate Wizards in 117-95 Victory

Detroit Pistons
Detroit Pistons50-19
117
Washington Wizards
Washington Wizards16-53
95

Thursday, March 19, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Capital One Arena

Detroit Pistons 117, Washington Wizards 95, 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 Washington Wizards?

Detroit Pistons beat Washington Wizards 117-95 at Capital One Arena on March 19, 2026.

Who was favored in Detroit Pistons vs Washington Wizards?

Detroit Pistons were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1200 (about 92% implied). The favorite won.

The Detroit Pistons secured a decisive 117-95 victory over the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena, further solidifying their dominance in the ongoing series, now leading 4-1. This matchup highlighted the contrasting fortunes of both teams, with the Pistons boasting a formidable away record of 50-19, while the Wizards struggled with a home record of just 16-53.

In recent form, the Wizards have been on a challenging stretch, losing their last ten games, which has contributed to their current streak of losses. During this span, they averaged 117.6 points scored per game but allowed a staggering 129.5 points, showcasing significant defensive vulnerabilities. Their latest defeat against the Pistons was part of this downward trend, where they lost 130-117 just two days prior to this game. In contrast, the Pistons have found a better rhythm, going 5-5 in their last ten games, with their most recent victory marking a resurgence after a previous loss to the Toronto Raptors. They averaged 116.9 points scored while allowing only 110.9 points during this stretch, indicating a solid defensive performance.

Home and away performances further illustrate the gap between the two teams. The Wizards have not secured a win at home in their last five games, while the Pistons have been more effective on the road, with a 3-4 record in their last seven away games. The Pistons' ability to perform under pressure away from home has been a key factor in their successful season.

In terms of previous meetings, the Pistons have consistently outperformed the Wizards this season, winning three of the four encounters. The most recent matchup prior to this game saw the Pistons defeat the Wizards 130-117, with the Wizards only managing to secure a victory in a prior meeting this season. The overall head-to-head record shows the Pistons winning four out of the last six matchups against the Wizards, emphasizing their dominance in this rivalry.

Injuries have also played a significant role in the Wizards' struggles. Jamir Watkins was out for this game due to a knee issue, while Alex Sarr, Anthony Davis, and Trae Young were all listed as day-to-day with foot, finger, and quadriceps injuries, respectively. The uncertainty regarding these key players likely impacted the Wizards' performance, as they faced a well-rounded Pistons team that has maintained its health through the season.

The betting market reflected the Pistons' strong position heading into the game, with DraftKings setting the spread at 14.5 points in favor of the Pistons. The total for the game was set at 231.5, with odds of -115 for the over and -105 for the under. The moneyline indicated a heavy favorite in the Pistons at -1200, while the Wizards were priced at +750, underscoring the significant expectations for a Pistons victory.

Conditions during the game were standard for a late March evening, with no adverse weather factors affecting play. Fans and analysts alike were keen to observe how the Wizards would respond after their recent losses, particularly in front of their home crowd. However, the Pistons quickly established control of the game, demonstrating their superior form and cohesion.

As the game progressed, the Pistons showcased their offensive prowess, with key plays from players like Ausar Thompson and Kevin Huerter, who contributed significantly to the scoring in the fourth quarter. The final scoring plays included Thompson's free throw and running layup, followed by Huerter's impressive dunks, which underscored the Pistons' dominance in the paint. The Wizards managed to score a few late points, but it was evident that the game was well in hand for the Pistons, who continued to build their lead.

Ultimately, the Pistons' victory over the Wizards was a clear reflection of their current form and the challenges faced by the Wizards. The game not only added to the Pistons' impressive record but also highlighted the need for the Wizards to regroup and address their ongoing struggles as they move forward in the season.

Odds

BookSpreadTotalMoneyline
DraftKingsDET -14.5 231.5 o -115 / u -105 Detroit Pistons -1200 · Washington Wizards +750

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Injury report

  • Jamir WatkinsOutKneeWashington Wizards
  • Alex SarrDay-To-DayFootWashington Wizards
  • Anthony DavisDay-To-DayFingerWashington Wizards
  • Trae YoungDay-To-DayQuadricepsWashington Wizards

Leaders

  • PointsTristan Vukcevic21Washington Wizards
  • AssistsBub Carrington4Washington Wizards
  • ReboundsSharife Cooper7Washington Wizards
  • PointsJalen Duren24Detroit Pistons
  • AssistsCaris LeVert6Detroit Pistons
  • ReboundsJalen Duren11Detroit Pistons

Recent form

Washington Wizards

Last 10: 0-10Streak L10117.6 scored · 129.5 allowed per game0-5 at home

  • L117-130vs Detroit PistonsMar 17
  • L117-125vs Golden State WarriorsMar 16
  • L100-111at Boston CelticsMar 14
  • L131-136at Orlando MagicMar 12
  • L129-150at Miami HeatMar 10
  • L118-138at New Orleans PelicansMar 8
  • L112-122vs Utah JazzMar 6
  • L109-126at Orlando MagicMar 4
  • L118-123vs Houston RocketsMar 3
  • L125-134vs Toronto RaptorsMar 1

Detroit Pistons

Last 10: 5-5Streak W1116.9 scored · 110.9 allowed per game3-4 away

  • W130-117at Washington WizardsMar 17
  • L108-119at Toronto RaptorsMar 15
  • W126-110vs Memphis GrizzliesMar 13
  • W131-109vs Philadelphia 76ersMar 12
  • W138-100at Brooklyn NetsMar 10
  • L110-121at Miami HeatMar 8
  • L105-107vs Brooklyn NetsMar 7
  • L106-121at San Antonio SpursMar 6
  • L109-113at Cleveland CavaliersMar 4
  • W106-92at Orlando MagicMar 1

Standings

TeamGames behindLostStreakWin %Won
Detroit-22W3.73260
Cleveland830W1.63452
Milwaukee2850L1.39032
Chicago2951L2.37831
Indiana4163L2.23219
Atlanta-36L1.56146
Orlando137L1.54945
Charlotte238W1.53744
Miami339W2.52443
Washington2965L10.20717

Box score

StatDetroit PistonsWashington Wizards
Field goals44-9736-82
Field goal %4544
Three-pointers9-3015-38
Three-point %3039
Free throws20-268-12
Free throw %7767
Rebounds5635
Offensive rebounds176
Defensive rebounds3929
Assists3220
Steals113
Blocks810
Turnovers1019
Team turnovers00
Technical fouls22
Technical fouls, total22
Flagrant fouls10
Points off turnovers1323
Fast-break points216
Points in the paint6626
Fouls1421
Largest lead250
Lead changes00
Time in front980

How the scoring went

  1. 3rd Quarter73-63Sharife Cooper makes driving layup
  2. 3rd Quarter75-63Jalen Duren makes layup
  3. 3rd Quarter75-66Will Riley makes 27-foot three point jumper (Anthony Gill assists)
  4. 3rd Quarter77-66Jalen Duren makes 2-foot dunk (Duncan Robinson assists)
  5. 3rd Quarter77-68Will Riley makes driving layup (Tre Johnson assists)
  6. 3rd Quarter77-70Bub Carrington makes 17-foot running pullup jump shot
  7. 3rd Quarter79-70Kevin Huerter makes 8-foot pullup jump shot (Daniss Jenkins assists)
  8. 3rd Quarter81-70Jalen Duren makes layup (Caris LeVert assists)
  9. 3rd Quarter81-73Tre Johnson makes 26-foot three point step back jumpshot
  10. 3rd Quarter82-73Jalen Duren makes free throw 2 of 2
  11. 3rd Quarter82-76Jaden Hardy makes 25-foot three point jumper (Anthony Gill assists)
  12. 3rd Quarter84-76Paul Reed makes 2-foot layup (Caris LeVert assists)
  13. 3rd Quarter87-76Daniss Jenkins makes 28-foot three point jumper (Ronald Holland II assists)
  14. 3rd Quarter87-78Jaden Hardy makes 18-foot fade away jump shot (Jamir Watkins assists)
  15. 3rd Quarter88-78Daniss Jenkins makes free throw 1 of 2
  16. 4th Quarter89-78Paul Reed makes free throw 1 of 2
  17. 4th Quarter90-78Paul Reed makes free throw 2 of 2
  18. 4th Quarter90-79Tristan Vukcevic makes free throw 2 of 3
  19. 4th Quarter90-80Tristan Vukcevic makes free throw 3 of 3
  20. 4th Quarter92-80Kevin Huerter makes 10-foot driving floating jump shot (Marcus Sasser assists)
  21. 4th Quarter94-80Caris LeVert makes running layup (Kevin Huerter assists)
  22. 4th Quarter94-83Jaden Hardy makes 29-foot three point jumper (Anthony Gill assists)
  23. 4th Quarter96-83Paul Reed makes two point shot
  24. 4th Quarter98-83Caris LeVert makes two point shot
  25. 4th Quarter98-86Tristan Vukcevic makes 24-foot three point jumper (Bub Carrington assists)
  26. 4th Quarter99-86Paul Reed makes free throw 1 of 2
  27. 4th Quarter101-86Paul Reed makes 1-foot running dunk (Kevin Huerter assists)
  28. 4th Quarter101-88Jamir Watkins makes running layup
  29. 4th Quarter104-88Caris LeVert makes 26-foot three point jumper (Paul Reed assists)
  30. 4th Quarter104-89Jamir Watkins makes free throw 1 of 2
  31. 4th Quarter105-89Caris LeVert makes free throw 2 of 2
  32. 4th Quarter106-89Ausar Thompson makes free throw 1 of 2
  33. 4th Quarter107-89Ausar Thompson makes free throw 2 of 2
  34. 4th Quarter109-89Ausar Thompson makes running layup
  35. 4th Quarter109-92Sharife Cooper makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jamir Watkins assists)
  36. 4th Quarter111-92Paul Reed makes two point shot
  37. 4th Quarter113-92Kevin Huerter makes 1-foot dunk (Ausar Thompson assists)
  38. 4th Quarter115-92Kevin Huerter makes 1-foot running dunk
  39. 4th Quarter117-92Tolu Smith makes 1-foot layup (Daniss Jenkins assists)
  40. 4th Quarter117-95Tristan Vukcevic makes 26-foot three point jumper (Sharife Cooper assists)

Win probability

Above the line favours Washington Wizards, below favours Detroit Pistons.

Venue

  • Capital One ArenaWashington, DC
  • Attendance16572
  • OfficialsZach Zarba, Jacyn Goble, JD Ralls

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