So it seems we have an NBA face-off on our hands between the Detroit Pistons and Charlotte Hornets - a matchup filled with so much drama that even a Hollywood scriptwriter would take a bow.
Looking at the Pistons, they offer a fierce and balanced lineup. Cade Cunningham, that kid is hotter than a summer in the Sahara desert, with his season average of 23.3 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 8.8 assists. We then have Jaden Ivey who seems to be more comfortable on the court than a Hollywood actor at an award show, chipping in with an average of 18.5 points and 4.2 assists.
Over at the Hornets, they've got a star brighter than the North Star in the young LaMelo Ball. The man has been averaging a staggering 28.4 points while helping his team with an average of 6.6 assists. They also have support from Miles Bridges and Brandon Miller who've been as steady as a Swiss watch with their scoring and defending.
As far as history goes, the past five games between these two have been as unpredictable as a reality show finale, with a slight edge towards Detroit leading 3-2 in the encounters. Both teams might have seen better days with their respective regular match records, but Detroit, currently 7th in the Eastern Conference, seem to be biting the bullet better than the Hornets who are positioned on the 11th spot.
In any case, recent results suggest Detroit seems to have found their rhythm, like a seasoned jazz band, compared to the skittish performance of the Hornets. Crunching the numbers, soaking up the data, there's going to be a rumble in the concrete jungle tonight.
Albert’s Prediction: Detroit Pistons by 3
