Detroit Pistons vs Phoenix Suns Picks, Prediction, Odds, and Line Movement for Thursday January 29 2026

By: Kyle Kargel Published 01/29/2026, 09:34 AM ET
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Pistons vs Suns picks are front and center as Detroit heads west for the second meeting in two weeks after already beating Phoenix at home. This matchup comes with clear line movement, key injuries, and a betting market that continues to adjust toward Detroit. Before getting into the numbers, be sure to check out my latest NBA predictions for more daily betting value.

TLDR - Picks and Prediction

  • Spread Pick: Pistons -4
  • Total Pick: Under 214.5
  • Projected Final Score: Detroit 109, Phoenix 101
  • Detroit has won six of its last seven games.
  • The Pistons beat Phoenix 108-105 two weeks ago despite missing 14 free throws and shooting 28.1 percent from three.
  • Phoenix has covered the spread in five of the last six meetings with Detroit.
  • The Suns are just 1 and 4 against the spread over their last five games.
  • The Under has cashed in 10 of Phoenix’s last 13 games.
  • Both teams are on equal rest after playing Tuesday.

Odds and Line Movement

Current Odds

Team Spread Total
Detroit -4 (-110) Over 214.5 (-110)
Phoenix +4 (-110) Under 214.5 (-110)

Line Movement - Spread

Date Time Detroit Phoenix
01 28 06:56 PM -4.5 (-110) +4.5 (-110)
01 28 07:10 PM -5 (-110) +5 (-110)
01 28 07:13 PM -4.5 (-114) +4.5 (-106)
01 28 07:30 PM -4 (-110) +4 (-110)
01 29 08:43 AM -4 (-110) +4 (-110)

Line Movement - Total

Date Time Over Under
01 28 06:56 PM 214.5 (-110) 214.5 (-110)
01 28 07:16 PM 214.5 (-110) 214.5 (-110)
01 29 07:55 AM 214.5 (-110) 214.5 (-110)

Pistons vs Suns Game Preview and Analysis

Detroit enters this matchup playing some of its best basketball of the season. The Pistons have won six of their last seven games and just opened their West Coast trip with a tough two-point win in Denver. That result matters, especially with this being the second night of a road swing.

These teams met two weeks ago and Detroit found a way to win despite shooting poorly from deep and leaving points at the free-throw line. That game showed how thin the margin already is for Phoenix, and this version of the Suns is even more short-handed.

Phoenix is coming off a win over Brooklyn, but that game came without Devin Booker. The Suns have struggled to cover numbers recently, and the scoring drop-off is showing up in totals as well. Detroit’s current form and relative health give them a clear edge.

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Key Injuries and Notes for DET and PHX

  • Devin Booker is not expected to play for Phoenix due to an ankle injury.
  • Isaiah Livers is also out for the Suns.
  • Collin Gillespie and Jalen Green are questionable for Phoenix.
  • Caris LeVert is questionable for Detroit.

Final Score Prediction

If Detroit avoids the free-throw and shooting issues it had in the first meeting, this matchup sets up well for a comfortable road win.

Final Score: Pistons 109, Suns 101

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ATS and Total Picks

  • ATS Pick: Pistons -4
  • Total Pick: Under 214.5
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