The set-up: The Clippers are rolling along, as they've now won six in a row. However, after last night's high-scoring 126-115 road win in Indiana, I believe LA comes out a bit flat here and rests some of its super stars vs. the lowly Pistons. And that's because the Clippers will end their Eastern swing two nights later in Philadelphia. It's a classic "trap," which I believe will result in a lower-scoring output from the visiting side tonight.

The pick: Detroit has lost two in a row, most recently a 131-124 setback at the Clippers three nights ago. Detroit only averages 107.8 PPG, and I have a hard time seeing it reaching that mark vs. this tough Clippers defense. This one has lower-scoring battle written all over it.

This is a 10* TOTAL PLAYBOOK on the UNDER Clippers/Pistons.