The Washington Wizards’ splashy moves before the trade deadline signal a brighter future, but don’t expect any immediate payoff as they visit the East-leading Detroit Pistons tonight.
Injured duo Trae Young and Anthony Davis will be given generous recovery time as Washington eyes a high draft pick, and my Wizards vs. Pistons predictions expect Jalen Duren and a relentless Detroit squad to cash in.
Get a look at this mismatch with my free NBA picks for Thursday, February 5.
Wizards vs Pistons prediction
Wizards vs Pistons best bet: Jalen Duren Over 29.5 points + rebounds (-105)
Jalen Duren’s growth as a legit No. 2 guy next to Cade Cunningham has been one of the biggest reasons for the Detroit Pistons' stunning season — and his first All-Star nod signals recognition for what he’s bringing to the table.
Tonight’s matchup against an inexperienced Washington Wizards squad is a perfect opportunity for Duren to give his numbers an extra boost, and I’m grabbing this combo Over. He’s already taken his scoring average from 11.8 points per game last season to 18 this year, and the consistency has been eye-catching, as he has scored 18+ points in eight of his last nine contests.
His rebounding is rock-solid, too, with a 10.7 rebounds per game mark that ranks sixth in the NBA, and he finished with 14 boards in an overtime victory vs. Washington back in November.
There’s upside for this pick, as Cunningham is listed as questionable and could be given some extra rest for his wrist injury. While that would take away Duren’s premier setup man, it could also propel the Pistons’ big man into a larger offensive role.
The Wizards have coughed up some big totals lately, including 132 points to the Knicks and 142 points to the Lakers, and I’m counting on Duren to make an impact here on both ends of the floor.
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Wizards vs Pistons same-game parlay
Despite the predictably huge spread, I’m riding with a Detroit squad that’s 20-5 at home. The Pistons are 17-12 ATS against Eastern Conference opponents, and I see the hosts scoring freely against this Wizards defense, which is allowing 122.7 PPG.
Kyshawn George has started February with a couple of quiet outings, but he’s averaging 15.3 PPG, and he went past this O/U points number in nine of his 11 contests last month.
Wizards vs Pistons SGP
- Jalen Duren Over 29.5 points + rebounds
- Pistons -14.5
- Kyshawn George Over 14.5 points
Our "from downtown" SGP: Thompson Tags In
Ausar Thompson is another Piston who could punish Washington's shaky defense. He’s shooting 51% from the field, so he’s capable of nailing this Over without a big jump in volume, and Detroit is dealing with injuries on the wing.
Wizards vs Pistons SGP
- Jalen Duren Over 29.5 points + rebounds
- Pistons -14.5
- Kyshawn George Over 14.5 points
- Ausar Thompson Over 10.5 points
Wizards vs Pistons odds
- Spread: Wizards +14.5 (-110) | Pistons -14.5 (-110)
- Moneyline: Wizards +575 | Pistons -855
- Over/Under: Over 225.5 (-110) | Under 225.5 (-110)
Wizards vs Pistons betting trend to know
The Wizards are 9-14 ATS on the road this season. Find more NBA betting trends for Wizards vs. Pistons.
How to watch Wizards vs Pistons
| Location | Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI |
| Date | Thursday, February 5, 2026 |
| Tip-off | 7:00 p.m. ET |
| TV |
Monumental SN, FDSN Detroit |
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