Game Recap
The Detroit Pistons secured a 129-125 preseason victory over the Toronto Raptors, a result consistent with SportsFBI's pregame model favoring Detroit at 72%. The contest began evenly, with both teams scoring 33 points in the opening quarter before the Pistons created separation in the second, outscoring Toronto 26-19.
Detroit continued to build on its advantage in the third quarter, adding six more points to its lead by posting a 34-28 frame. Cade Cunningham led the Pistons' effort with 18 points on 8-of-12 shooting, adding seven assists and two three-pointers.
The Raptors mounted a significant fourth-quarter rally, pouring in 45 points while holding the Pistons to 36, but it was not enough to overcome the earlier deficit. Malachi Smith paced Toronto with 24 points, seven rebounds, three assists, and four three-pointers on 8-of-17 shooting, supported by Trayce Jackson-Davis's 23 points and Nimari Burnett's 17 points and five rebounds. Alijah Martin also contributed 15 points for the Raptors.
How the Prediction Fared
SportsFBI's model, locked before tip-off, favored the Detroit Pistons (72% confidence). It gave a 30% chance of a 20+ point margin; the game was decided by 4 points.
Standouts
Full box score, every player's line and the play-by-play are available in the BlowOutAlert workspace.
Linescore
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | T | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOR | 33 | 19 | 28 | 45 | 125 | |
| DET | 33 | 26 | 34 | 36 | 129 |
More NBA Results — Friday, October 16, 2026
Sharper Picks Start Here
Live odds, Key Suspects, player props, DFS rankings, and real-time game tracking — all in one workspace built for serious bettors and DFS players.