Final Score: Lakers 85 - Pistons 88
Tuesday, March 6, 2012 at 7:00 PM ET

Lakers @ Pistons

NBA model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Lakers
23-14 Rating 1679
Form: WLWWW
Model Probability
76%
24%
Projected margin: Los Angeles Lakers +5.1
Pistons
12-26 Rating 1284
Form: LLLWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Lakers Pistons
All-time wins 58 37
Last 5 meetings 5 0
Average points 105.2 102.3
Last meeting 108 83

Key Season Stats

Stat Lakers Pistons
Games played 37 38
Avg points scored 94.0 89.1
Avg points conceded 91.4 95.9
Win percentage 62% 32%
Away win % / Home win % 33% 45%