The Pistons have defeated the Pacers two of three times this season with the latest coming 11 days ago at Indiana, 104-98.

A key to the Pistons beating the Pacers is they can control blossoming star Victor Oladipo, who is shooting just 35.5 percent from the field versus Detroit this season. Even though Avery Bradley remains out, the Pistons have other defensive-minded players such as Reggie Bullock and Anthony Tolliver.

Both teams have been playing well, but Indiana has met inferior competition in three of its last four games drawing the Hawks and Nets twice.

The Pistons enjoy playing in their new home, Little Caesars Arena. It's not too much to ask of them to beat the Pacers at home.