Detroit Pistons Away After 2+ Wins Betting Trend
ATS Record, ROI Analysis & Historical Performance Data (2014-2024)
The Detroit Pistons show mixed results as away after 2+ wins. Since 2014, they're 111-110-0 against the spread—a 0.0% win rate with an ROI of -4.1%. While not a strong standalone angle, this data provides valuable context when combined with other factors.
Year-by-Year Performance
| Season | Record | Win % | ROI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 15-6-0 | 0.0% | +36.4% |
| 2015 | 15-14-0 | 0.0% | -1.2% |
| 2016 | 13-11-0 | 0.0% | +3.4% |
| 2017 | 3-12-0 | 0.0% | -61.8% |
| 2018 | 10-15-0 | 0.0% | -23.6% |
| 2019 | 12-11-0 | 0.0% | -0.4% |
| 2020 | 9-10-0 | 0.0% | -9.6% |
| 2021 | 9-8-0 | 0.0% | +1.1% |
| 2022 | 13-8-0 | 0.0% | +18.2% |
| 2023 | 5-4-0 | 0.0% | +6.1% |
| 2024 | 7-11-0 | 0.0% | -25.8% |
Why This Trend Exists
The Pistons' neutral performance as road favorites after multiple wins reveals a franchise caught between confidence and reality. Detroit's historically inconsistent roster construction means that when they string together victories, the betting market often overreacts to small sample momentum rather than sustainable improvement. The team's tendency to rely heavily on individual performances from players like Cade Cunningham or Isaiah Stewart creates volatility that doesn't translate predictably to road environments. Detroit's organizational culture under various coaching regimes has struggled with maintaining focus during positive stretches. When playing away from Little Caesars Arena after wins, the Pistons face the dual challenge of elevated expectations and hostile environments without the defensive identity or veteran leadership typically required for consistent road success. Their young core often experiences the psychological letdown that comes with early success, particularly when oddsmakers adjust lines to reflect recent performance rather than underlying talent gaps. The flat return on investment suggests this situational spot produces essentially random outcomes, making it a fade candidate when the spread appears inflated. Bettors should be most cautious with this trend when Detroit faces defensively sound home teams after beating weaker opponents, as the market tends to overvalue their recent momentum against superior competition.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Detroit Pistons's ATS record as away after 2+ wins?
The Detroit Pistons have an ATS record of 111-110-0 when playing away after winning 2 or more consecutive games from 2014-2024. This represents a nearly even split with a slight edge to covering the spread.
Is betting on the Detroit Pistons as away after 2+ wins profitable?
No, betting on the Detroit Pistons away after 2+ wins is not profitable with a -4.1% ROI from 2014-2024. Despite the near .500 ATS record, the negative return indicates losses after accounting for betting juice.
How does this compare to the league average?
This trend shows the Pistons performing close to the typical 50% ATS expectation, but the -4.1% ROI suggests underperformance relative to break-even betting. Most successful ATS trends require significantly better than 52.4% win rate to overcome standard betting margins.
ANALYZE This Trend
This trend is near break-even. Combine with other factors and compare odds before placing any bets.
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All trends in The Archives are calculated from official game results and closing point spreads from 2014 to 2024. ROI assumes a flat $100 bet at standard -110 juice. Win rate is calculated as wins divided by total decisions (pushes excluded). A minimum of 10 games is required for a trend to be published. Data is sourced from The Odds API and verified against official league records.