Detroit Pistons vs. Cleveland Cavaliers Game 4: NBA Game Picks & Betting Odds

The Cleveland Cavaliers seemed like they’d thrown the whole series away when they gave up their double-digit second half lead over the Detroit Pistons in Game 3. But then James Harden stepped up with three straight iso possessions and three straight massive buckets to ice the win.

As has been the case for every Cavaliers game throughout these playoffs, the home team won again. And Cleveland is at home for Game 4. Will the home team winning streak continue on Monday night at Rocket Arena, or can the Pistons buck the trend and take a commanding 3-1 lead back to Detroit for Game 5?

Read on for our Game 4 predictions including the top NBA betting odds and our favorite player props for this pivotal Pistons vs. Cavaliers matchup.

NBA Playoffs: Detroit Pistons vs. Cleveland Cavaliers Game 4 Game Picks & Betting Odds - May 11 (DET LEADS 2-1)

All odds provided by Betway.

Series Schedule:

• Game 1 - CLE @ DET - Pistons Win 111-101
  
• Game 2 - CLE @ DET - Pistons Win 107-97
  
• Game 3 - DET @ CLE - Cavaliers Win 116-109
  
• Game 4 - DET @ CLE, May 11, 8PM
  
• Game 5 - CLE @ DET, May 13 (TBD)
  
• Game 6 - DET @ CLE, May 15 (TBD)
  
• Game 7 - CLE @ DET, May 17 (TBD)

Pistons vs. Cavaliers Game 4 Betting Prediction

The Cavaliers squeaked out that Game 3 victory in large part thanks to veteran James Harden’s clutch buckets in the last couple of minutes of the game and Cade Cunningham’s uncharacteristic eight turnovers. They really didn’t play well. They shot 64 percent from the charity stripe, they were out-scored 60-54 in the paint, and out-rebounded by a whopping 17-5 margin on the offensive glass.

And they still won. If they can play a proper game at home, which they have generally done so far this postseason, they have the talent to get right back in this series and tie it up 2-2 in Game 4. That will come down largely to their twin towers: Jarrett Allen and Evan Mobley. The pair has been disappointing so far; a team with a pair of seven-foot stars shouldn’t be out-done on the offensive boards 17-5.

Allen is averaging 14.0 points and 4.7 rebounds a game while Mobley’s only chipping in 12.0 and 6.0. We think they will take heart from that gritty Game 3 win and step up to support that dynamic duo in the Cavs backcourt.

Best Bet: Cleveland Cavaliers Moneyline (-165)

Pistons vs. Cavaliers Game 4 - Player Prop Best Bets

Cade Cunningham has been absolutely shootin’ that thang during these playoffs. He’s the playoff leader with 30.2 points per game so far, and his 21.6 field goal attempts pace the league as well. He’s got the green light, and it’s not going to be turned off for Game 4. He’s scored 25+ points in nine of 10 games during these playoffs, so we’re all over his -170 odds to reach that milestone on Monday night.

On the Cavs side, James Harden has been a bit of an enigma in terms of his offensive output. He’s been very up and down through 10 playoff games. However, what has been surprisingly consistent is his performance on the boards. Harden has posted 6+ rebounds in five of his last six games, and we expect him to continue playing big minutes, which will give him lots of opportunities on the glass.

Best Bet

• Cade Cunningham To Score 25+ Points (-170)
• James Harden To Record 5+ Rebounds (-150)