The data suggests caution when backing the Detroit Pistons in this spot. Since 2014, when playing as zero days rest, the Detroit Pistons are just 29-33-0 against the spread. That's a 0.0% win rate and a -10.7% ROI. Sharp bettors have found value fading this situation—the opposite side would have returned +10.7%.

⚠ Fade Zone
Record29-33-0
Win Rate0.0%
Sample Size62 games
ROI-10.7%
Units Won-6.6u
Time Period2014-2024

Year-by-Year Performance

SeasonRecordWin %ROI
20144-4-00.0%-4.5%
20155-6-00.0%-13.2%
20162-3-00.0%-23.6%
20173-1-00.0%+43.2%
20183-5-00.0%-28.4%
20192-1-00.0%+27.3%
20205-3-00.0%+19.3%
20212-2-00.0%-4.5%
20221-3-00.0%-52.3%
20230-2-00.0%-100.0%
20242-3-00.0%-23.6%

Why This Trend Exists

The Pistons' struggles on zero days rest reflect the franchise's broader organizational challenges over the past decade. Detroit has consistently fielded young, inexperienced rosters that lack the veteran leadership and conditioning necessary to maintain performance levels in back-to-back situations. When fatigue sets in, their already limited offensive execution becomes even more erratic, particularly in late-game situations where experience matters most. The team's defensive identity has also been inconsistent during this period, making it difficult to compensate for offensive struggles when legs are heavy. Unlike established contenders who can rely on system execution and veteran savvy in tired spots, Detroit's young players tend to compound mistakes when physically compromised. Their bench depth has rarely been adequate to provide meaningful rest for key contributors, forcing starters to play extended minutes that catch up with them on the second night. The coaching turnover during this span has prevented the development of consistent preparation routines for back-to-back games. Each regime change meant new systems and philosophies, leaving players without the ingrained habits that help teams navigate fatigue. This trend carries the most weight when Detroit faces quality opponents on zero rest, particularly road games where the travel and environment amplify the physical disadvantage.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Detroit Pistons's ATS record as zero days rest?

The Detroit Pistons have an ATS record of 29-33-0 (46.8%) when playing on zero days rest from 2014-2024. This means they've failed to cover the spread in 33 of their 62 back-to-back games during this period.

Is betting on the Detroit Pistons as zero days rest profitable?

No, betting on the Detroit Pistons on zero days rest is not profitable, showing a -10.7% ROI over the 2014-2024 period. With a 46.8% ATS win rate, bettors would have lost money consistently backing Detroit in back-to-back situations.

How does this compare to the league average?

The Pistons' 46.8% ATS rate on zero days rest is below the typical league average of around 50% for back-to-back games. Their -10.7% ROI indicates they've been particularly poor value bets in these scheduling spots compared to most NBA teams.

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Methodology

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.