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The new-look Pistons look to slow down the undefeated Lakers. (AP Images)

It really is no surprise that the Los Angeles Lakers are still undefeated, but it is amazing to see how they are doing it. The Lakers are winning by an average of 18 points, but that could all change tonight when they take on a Detroit Pistons club that has beaten them in seven of their last nine meetings.

The obvious key for Detroit has been containing Kobe Bryant. The reigning MVP has been held to 20 points or fewer in five of his last eight games versus the Pistons. That strategy may not work as well now that Bryant's teammates are providing more offense, with seven players averaging at least 8.4 points.

Tayshaun Prince has been Detroit's go-to scorer lately against Los Angeles, averaging 21.5 points in his last eight games in the series. The Pistons are 6-1 ATS in their last seven road games.

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