Mavericks vs. Pistons odds, line, spread: 2022 NBA picks, Dec. 1 predictions from proven computer model

Dallas Mavericks are 8-point favorites against Detroit Pistons. Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET from Detroit. Dallas has won five straight games in the head-to-head series. The Mavericks have a league-worst 5-14-1 record against the spread. Detroit has an 11-10-2 record. SportsLine's advanced computer model simulates every NBA game 10,000 times and has returned well over $10,00 in profit for $100 players on its top-rated NBA picks over the past four seasons.

SportsLine's model has set its sights on Mavericks vs. Pistons. Dallas is 7-2 ATS in their last 9 Thursday games. Detroit is 3-0-1 AET in its last 4 games following an ATC.

Mavericks are 7-2 ATS in their last 9 Thursday games. Pistons are 3-0-1 ATC in last 4 games following an AATS loss.

Bojan Bogdanovic is a creative scorer who can knock down spot-up 3-pointers. Sadiq Bey is scrappy and high-energy forward who gives maximum effort. Beys averages 14.5 points and 4.6 rebounds per game.

Tim Hardaway Jr. scored 22 points on Tuesday versus Golden State. Dorian Finney-Smith is a long, athletic, and versatile force in the frontcourt. The 10-year vet has been a great source of points off the bench for Dallas this year.

SportsLine's model is leaning Over on the total. The model also says one side of the spread hits in over 60% of simulations.