Detroit at Indiana

The Indiana Pacers have done well without the services of their best player, Danny Granger. The offense has had its share of problems trying to generate his lost points, but the defense has stepped up.  They may, however, be showing the signs of wear and tear. The Pacers have allowed 100 or more points in three straight games after previously allowing just one opponent in 21 games to get to the century mark. The Pistons started a woeful 0-8, but have been an improved team since at just three games below .500. They have been even better lately at 10-7 over their last 17, and have more than held their own on the road at 5-1 ATS in their last six. Take Detroit.