This is a critical game for both teams as we come down stretch run for playoffs as both teams are positioned to improve there playoff standing.Pistons are assuredly looking at this game to set tone for that stretch run as 16 of last 25 games are on road and this is game is looked at as a necessity and also Pistons have added motivation for last meeting between these 2 when Pistons were outscored 41-17 in game they completely dominated going into 4th period. The Pistons have been playing well lately and they are well rested coming into this game. The Bobcats are just 6-15 ATS in the last 21 meetings and Pistons have won 5 of their last 6 games and all of those wins by 9+ points and tough since getting a new head coach.