Cade Cunningham and the Detroit Pistons have taken a commanding 2-0 lead in their 2026 NBA playoff second-round series against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The stage is set for Game 3, which will take place on Saturday at 3 p.m. ET at Rocket Arena in Cleveland.

The Pistons won the first two games by margins of 10 points, with scores of 111-101 and 107-97. In their regular-season matchup, the teams split two games in Cleveland, each decided by just four points.

In the latest odds from FanDuel Sportsbook, the Cavaliers are favored by 4.5 points, reflecting an eight-point swing from the games played in Detroit. The over/under for total points is set at 212.5.

Before placing any bets, it’s crucial to consider predictions from the SportsLine Projection Model, which simulates every NBA game 10,000 times. This model has yielded over $10,000 in betting profit for $100 players in the past eight seasons, boasting a 74% success rate on top-rated NBA spread picks this season.

Key betting lines include:

• Cavaliers -4.5 at FanDuel
• Over/Under: 212.5 points
• Money Line: Cavaliers -179, Pistons +149

The model suggests the total will go Over (212.5), despite the Under hitting in eight of the last ten matchups between these teams. The Pistons' defense ranks third in the league, allowing just 109.6 points per game during the regular season.

Donovan Mitchell is projected to lead the Cavaliers with 25.2 points, while Cade Cunningham is expected to top the Pistons with 26.2 points. The simulation predicts a combined total of 216 points, indicating a strong possibility for the Over.

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