Final Score: Lakers 81 - Pistons 103
Thursday, February 10, 2005 at 7:00 PM ET

Lakers @ Pistons

NBA model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Lakers
25-22 Rating 1485
Form: WLLLW
Model Probability
24%
76%
Projected margin: Detroit Pistons +7.2
Pistons
28-19 Rating 1642
Form: WWWWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Lakers Pistons
All-time wins 51 30
Last 5 meetings 1 4
Average points 107.1 103.8
Last meeting 87 100

Key Season Stats

Stat Lakers Pistons
Games played 47 47
Avg points scored 98.3 90.9
Avg points conceded 98.5 88.7
Win percentage 53% 60%
Away win % / Home win % 40% 70%