Detroit Pistons vs Milwaukee Bucks Odds

The Pistons will play the Bucks on Thursday, October 9th, 2025. Your timezone's tip off time is 8:08 pm EDT. Check local listings or your nearest streaming app for coverage.

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Key Matchup Stats

The 2025-26 NBA regular season has just tipped off for the Detroit Pistons and Milwaukee Bucks. Let's check on some stats from 2024-25 to get a sense of what to expect for this matchup on Thursday, October 9th, 2025. It's also a great way to mark a starting point for each team's performance for this upcoming season.

  • SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - The Detroit Pistons had a 91.33 power ranking in the 2024-25 NBA regular season. The power ranking for the Milwaukee Bucks in the 2024-25 regular season was 94.33.
  • Away Detroit Pistons - At the end of the 2024-25 NBA regular season, the Detroit Pistons had a 22-19 record as an away team, ranking them 6th in the regular season for away team wins.
  • Home Milwaukee Bucks - The Milwaukee Bucks finished the 2024-25 regular season with a 27-14 record as a home team. They ranked 7th for home team wins in the regular season standings.
  • Average Points Per Game - At the end of the 2024-25 regular season, the Detroit Pistons ranked 11th (115.5) for average points scored per game, with the Milwaukee Bucks winding up 11th (115.5).
  • Average Opponent Points Per Game - As for the average number of points scored by opponents in the 2024-25 regular season, the Detroit Pistons finished 15th (113.6), with the Milwaukee Bucks ranked 16th (113.0).
  • Team Records - The Detroit Pistons had a 44-38 record for 2024-25, with the Milwaukee Bucks finishing the regular season with a 48-34 standing.

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Avast, ye landlubbers! The Detroit Pistons be settin' sail for Milwaukee...to take on the Bucks in the early game of the 2025-26 NBA season.

The atmosphere in the Bucks' arena be electric as the season kicks off...The Pistons ended last season with a 44-38 record, while the Bucks had a 48-34 standing.

The action is on the hardwood, with both teams lookin' to start strong...Review the best point spread, total, and moneyline bets from our partner sportsbooks below.

Ye scallywags can also look at the prop bets for this game...So hoist the sails and prepare for a fierce battle on the court!

Best Pistons at Bucks Odds


Best Point Spread Betting Odds
Underdog

Milwaukee Bucks
Favorite

Detroit Pistons
The Detroit Pistons have a -5.5 -115 point spread at BetMGM OH. They are the point spread favorite in this matchup. The Milwaukee Bucks have a +5.5 -105 point spread at BetMGM OH. The Milwaukee Bucks are the point spread underdogs. Review how to bet on a point spread with our text and video tutorials.

Best Total Betting Odds
OverUnder
BetMGM has the best over line of 222.5 points. Risk $105 to win $100. BetMGM has the best under line of 222.5 points. Risk $115 to win $100. Our tutorial explains more about total bets.

Best Moneyline Betting Odds
Underdog

Milwaukee Bucks
Favorite

Detroit Pistons
The Detroit Pistons are the -225 moneyline favorite. Risk $225 to win $100 on the Detroit Pistons at BetMGM. The Milwaukee Bucks are the +185 underdog at BetMGM. Risk $100 to win $185 on the Milwaukee Bucks. Learn more about how to bet on money lines.

Matchup Odds FAQs

What is the point spread for the Detroit Pistons vs Milwaukee Bucks NBA game on Thursday, October 9th, 2025?

The Detroit Pistons are -5.5 -115 point spread favorites at BetMGM, while the Milwaukee Bucks are +5.5 -105 point spread underdogs at BetMGM.

What is the over-under total line for the Detroit Pistons vs Milwaukee Bucks NBA game on Thursday, October 9th, 2025?

The best over line is 222.5 -105 points at BetMGM, which means you risk $105 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 222.5 -115 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $115 to win $100 betting the under.

What is the moneyline for the Detroit Pistons vs Milwaukee Bucks NBA game on Thursday, October 9th, 2025?

The Detroit Pistons are the -225 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and the Milwaukee Bucks are the +185 moneyline underdog at BetMGM.

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NBA Odds and Outcomes Explained

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Pistons
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Underdog Milwaukee Bucks - Milwaukee Bucks bettors risk $100 to win $95.24 at -105 odds.

A +5.5 Milwaukee Bucks underdog bet wins if they lose by 5 or fewer, tie, or win outright. Your bet loses if they lose by 6 or more.

Favorite Detroit Pistons - Detroit Pistons bettors risk $100 to win $86.96 at -115 odds.

A -5.5 Detroit Pistons favorite bet wins if they win by 6 or more. Your bet loses if they win by 5 or fewer, tie, or lose outright.

Detroit Pistons at Milwaukee Bucks Prop Bets

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Team Standings

2025-2026 NBA Regular Season Standings - Detroit Pistons, Milwaukee Bucks
Team W L Pct GB Home Away Div Conf PPG Op. PPG Diff Strk L10
Detroit Pistons000.0000.00-00-00-00-00.00.00.0--
Milwaukee Bucks000.0000.00-00-00-00-00.00.00.0--

Detroit Pistons & Milwaukee Bucks Futures Odds

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Detroit Pistons Championship Odds
2025-26 Detroit Pistons NBA Championship Odds

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Milwaukee Bucks Championship Odds
2025-26 Milwaukee Bucks NBA Championship Odds

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Detroit Pistons & Milwaukee Bucks Team Pages

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How to Bet on the Game

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How to Bet on the Detroit Pistons vs Milwaukee Bucks NBA Game

  1. Open a new sports betting account before game time.

    Review our list of sports betting sites. Open a new account before the game starts on Thursday, October 9th, 2025 at 8:08 pm EDT, making sure to enter all your personal details correctly. Don't forget to add your bonus code.

  2. Visit the sportsbook’s cashier, banking, or deposit page.

    Navigate to the sportsbook's deposit page. Use your Visa card or MasterCard, or deposit with a bank transfer, or other methods like Paypal.

  3. Tap to the sportsbook's NBA page, look for the Detroit Pistons vs Milwaukee Bucks Game.

    Navigate to the sportsbook's NBA page. Next, look for live or upcoming matchups. Select the Detroit Pistons vs Milwaukee Bucks Game.

  4. Choose your bet and place a wager.

    Choose your bet and then use the funds you deposited to place a wager. The sportsbook will pay your winnings or deduct a losing wager from your account balance after the game.

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