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Pistons vs Hawks NBA Pick: Who Has The Edge In This Eastern Conference Showdown? (Mar 25)

Published Mar 24, 12:39am ET by

James Tillman - Betting Preview Analyst and Sports Writer

Last updated Mar 24, 12:39am ET

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The Pistons aim for their fifth straight victory when they host the Hawks on Wednesday night.

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  • The Pistons are 52-19 following their fourth straight win on Monday night.
  • Meanwhile, Atlanta improved to 40-32 after a 146-107 victory against the Memphis Grizzlies.
  • These teams previously met on Dec. 12, 2025, with the Pistons winning 142-115.

One of the games on Wednesday's NBA slate features the Detroit Pistons hosting the Atlanta Hawks. Who has the edge in our Pistons vs Hawks pick?

Detroit Pistons vs. Atlanta Hawks Overview Watch On: ESPN

DATE & TIME

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25, 2026 @ 7:00PM ET
Detroit Pistons
Little Caesars Arena
Detroit, MI
Atlanta Hawks

The Pistons are determined to strengthen their hold on the conference's top spot

Following a double-digit loss to the Raptors, Detroit has responded with four straight wins. This stretch includes a 113-110 victory against the Los Angeles Lakers

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The Pistons led by 16 points early in the third before Los Angeles rallied to take a 108-107 advantage with 39.9 seconds to play. After the teams exchanged baskets, Daniss Jenkins scored for Detroit and then made two free throws to put the home team up by three. Luka Doncic's contested 3-point attempt at the buzzer was off the mark, securing the win for the Pistons.

Jenkins scored a team-high 30 points, along with eight assists and four rebounds. Jalen Duren posted a double-double of 20 points and 11 rebounds. He shot 5-for-9 from the floor and converted all 10 of his attempts from the charity stripe.

Atlanta looks to extend its win streak to three games

After a 117-95 setback against Houston, the Hawks have won their last two games. Their latest triumph was a 146-107 victory against the Memphis Grizzlies on Monday night.

Atlanta outscored the Grizzlies by 41 points through the first three quarters. The Hawks maintained their 40-point advantage for most of the fourth quarter en route to an easy 39-point win.

Eight players tallied double-digit scoring totals for Atlanta. Nickeil Alexander-Walker led the way with 26 points and six assists. Onyeka Okongwu and Jonathan Kuminga added 16 points apiece.

Pistons vs Hawks NBA Pick

Here's a look at what you need to know for both teams ahead of this contest.

  • The Pistons are 6-1 (SU) in their last seven games.
  • Detroit is 7-1 ATS in its previous eight outings.
  • The Hawks are 13-1 (SU) in their last 14 contests.
  • Atlanta is 12-2 ATS in its previous 14 matchups.

The Pistons have won four of the previous five meetings in this series. They are 34-11 against the Eastern Conference, and 11-4 against Southeast Division opponents.

Pick: Detroit Pistons

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