Pistons vs. Cavaliers Game 6: Prediction & Player Props

A three-game winning run has put the Cleveland Cavaliers on the brink of sealing a place in the Eastern Conference Finals, heading into Game 6.

After finishing top of the East in the regular season, the Detroit Pistons were many people’s picks to go all the way and take the NBA title.

But the Cavs are on course to cause an upset having got their noses in front, as they head back to Ohio for the latest matchup of the series.

Kenny Atkinson’s men are benefiting from the experience of James Harden, who has been center stage in the last couple of games.

Pistons vs. Cavaliers Game 6 betting picks and predictions

Cleveland Cavaliers -4.0 (-110)

It’s 10 years since Cleveland were last crowned NBA champions and a lot of water has gone under the bridge since then.

The Cavs had the experience of LeBron James back then and that know-how of big games can often prove crucial in the playoffs.

Since moving to Cleveland in February, things have not been smooth sailing for Harden but he has come good at just the right time.

Following a lay-off with a thumb injury, the 11-time NBA All Star has played a big part in a 10-game winning streak at the Rocket Arena.

Having lost just 22 of their 82 regular season games, the Pistons have struggled in the playoffs and are on the brink of crashing out.

J.B Bickerstaff’s squad needed seven games to see off the Orlando Magic, but looked to be back on track when going 2-0 up against the Cavs.

Three straight defeats though has seen those postseason doubts reappear and a first NBA title since 2004 is slipping away.

A look at their record in Cleveland will make their fans and backers shudder, winning just one of their last 13 games at the Rocket Arena.

James Harden Over 6.5 Assists (+100)

With the Cavs 2-0 down and heading into Game 3, Harden stepped up to the plate and really delivered for his new team.

The 36-year-old, still looking for his first NBA title, scored 19 points and seven assists, with seven points crucially coming in the last three minutes.

The former Rockets and Nets star has gone from strength to strength since that win and top-scored in Game 5 to help the Cavs take a 3-2 lead.

Point guard Harden scored 30 points and claimed eight rebounds and six assists as the visitors went on to seal a 117-113 win.

The 2018 NBA MVP has averaged eight assists across the last three games and looks set to play a key role again in front of the Cleveland faithful.

Cade Cunningham 30 Points (+150)

Without Cade Cunningham, this series would have been over and Detroit would already be planning for the 2026-27 season.

The point guard has been the shining light of the series for the Pistons, being their top points scorer in four of the five games to date.

Cunningham fired 39 points in Game 5 along with seven rebounds and nine assists, but still ended up on the losing side.

The Oklahoma State star needs another big game to give Detroit any chance of ending this run and staying alive in the series.

It’s also worth noting that Cunningham played a key part in his team’s 114-110 regular season win in Ohio back in January, when he scored 27 points despite being 7-22 from field goal attempts.

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Pistons vs. Cavaliers Game 6 odds

Pistons	+150
Cavaliers	-180
Spread	Cavaliers -4.0
Total Points	O/U 209.0

Pistons vs. Cavaliers Game 6 player props

Player Points

Cade Cunningham (DET Pistons)	O/U 27.5
Donovan Mitchell (CLE Cavaliers)	O/U 26.5
James Harden (CLE Cavaliers)	O/U 19.5
Tobias Harris (DET Pistons)	O/U 17.5
Evan Mobley (CLE Cavaliers)	O/U 14.5
Jarrett Allen  (CLE Cavaliers)	O/U 12.5

Pistons vs. Cavaliers Game 6 team news

Pistons

Daniss Jenkins started Game 5 because of an injury to Duncan Robinson, who was struggling with a back problem.

Kevin Huerter has missed the last eight games and the guard is once again registered as questionable.

Cavaliers

Max Strus has played a big part in Cleveland’s last couple of wins, culminating in a 36-minute appearance in Game 5.

The small forward scored 20 points and claimed eight rebounds, which could be enough to see him start Thursday’s matchup.

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