Preview: Thunder at Pistons Features Top-West Clash DETROIT (Interstat) — A potential NBA Finals preview unfolds Wednesday night when the Oklahoma City Thunder visit the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena in a matchup of the league’s elite. The Thunder (44-14) and Pistons (42-14) enter with two of the top three records in basketball, setting the stage for a high-stakes interconference battle. Detroit is a 5.5-point favorite with an over/under of 217.5 points, according to FanDuel Sportsbook. Oklahoma City arrives after a 121-113 home win over Cleveland on Sunday. Chet Holmgren led the way with 17 points, 15 rebounds and three blocks, continuing a dominant stretch. The center has recorded a double-double in six of his last 10 games, including a 17-point, 15-rebound performance against the Cavaliers. Detroit looks to rebound from a 114-103 home loss to San Antonio on Monday. Despite the defeat, center Jalen Duren was formidable, posting 25 points and 14 rebounds. Duren has been a force, averaging a double-double over his last 10 contests and scoring 20 or more points in five of them. The matchup in the paint between Holmgren and Duren will be pivotal. Holmgren’s unique blend of rim protection and perimeter shooting contrasts with Duren’s physical, high-motor interior play. Oklahoma City has won seven of its last 10 but is just 3-3 in its last six road games. Detroit had a five-game winning streak snapped by the Spurs but has been stellar at home, boasting one of the league’s best records at Little Caesars Arena this season. The Thunder’s backcourt, led by Cason Wallace who had 20 points and 10 assists Sunday, will face a test against Detroit’s dynamic guard Cade Cunningham, who is averaging a near triple-double. Wednesday’s winner will gain a critical tiebreaker and momentum heading into the season’s final stretch. For Oklahoma City, it’s the start of a tough four-game road trip. Detroit begins a key homestand before a challenging March schedule. Tipoff is set for 7 p.m. EST.