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Milwaukee Bucks vs. Washington Wizards — Game Preview & Analysis (Jan. 29, 2026) The Bucks enter this game having lost six of their last seven games and are currently positioned outside of playoff contention in the Eastern Conference. Their most recent outing was a 139–122 loss to the 76ers, where they fought hard but lacked enough defensive stops or consistent star production to stay competitive. Offensively, Milwaukee ranks low in scoring this season, placing them near the bottom of the league in points per game. However, they remain one of the better shooting teams in the NBA, boasting a field goal percentage near the top of the league and a strong 3-point conversion rate. Their poor recent form has more to do with injuries and inconsistent production than a complete lack of talent. The Wizards have also had a difficult season, sitting with one of the worst records in the NBA. They are still in rebuild mode, integrating young players and managing heavy roster turnover. Washington did snap a long losing streak recently with a 115–111 win over the Trail Blazers, showing that this team isn’t completely devoid of fight. However, without their star acquisitions, Washington still struggles to score consistently and defend at a high level. Giannis Antetokounmpo: OUT (calf) Kevin Porter Jr.: OUT (oblique) Taurean Prince: OUT (neck) Gary Harris: OUT (hamstring) Cole Anthony: Day-to-day (illness) Without Giannis, Milwaukee loses its franchise star, its primary inside scorer, and its best defense anchor. Kevin Porter Jr. missing further diminishes the Bucks’ scoring punch. Trae Young: OUT (quadriceps) Marvin Bagley III: OUT (thoracic) Offense: Bucks rank near the bottom in scoring but are efficient shooters. Wizards are also near the bottom in offensive rating. Defense: Both teams struggle defensively, allowing opponents easy looks at the basket. Milwaukee’s defensive issues have been compounded by injuries all season. Washington’s defense has shown occasional vigor but remains inconsistent. Spread Performance: Both teams have poor ATS (against the spread) records, tied near the bottom of the league. These trends paint a picture of two underperforming teams whose underlying metrics (shooting efficiency, defense) are fairly evenly matched, despite Milwaukee’s recent star power loss. ?? Bucks ML (-132) — Preferred Play Even with injuries, Milwaukee’s talent and shooting efficiency give them the edge in a close game. Washington’s roster lacks consistent scoring creators, especially without Trae Young. ? Wizards ML (+111) — High Risk, High Reward Full analysis and many other interesting things on my website: victorypicks.eu Plus, an awesome NHL trivia contest. Really worth it!