The Milwaukee Bucks (18-27) aim to snap a three-game losing streak when they face the Washington Wizards (11-34) in an Eastern Conference matchup. Milwaukee is coming off a tough loss to the 76ers, while Washington secured a gritty win over the Trail Blazers, ending a five-game skid. The Bucks hold a 2-1 edge in the season series, but the Wizards stole the most recent meeting on New Year’s Eve in a one-point thriller. Without Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee will rely on their revamped lineup featuring Kyle Kuzma and Myles Turner, while the Wizards look to build momentum with young stars like Alex Sarr and Kyshawn George. This game at Capital One Arena could be a defensive battle, with both teams struggling offensively amid injuries and roster changes.
Venue Location
Capital One Arena, Washington, D.C.
Tipoff is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. ET (4:00 p.m. PT).
The game will be broadcast on Amazon Prime Video, with radio coverage available.
Recent Team Forms
The Bucks have struggled without Giannis, losing three straight with poor defensive showings. The Wizards snapped a five-game slide but remain inconsistent, with defensive issues persisting.
Milwaukee Bucks (Last 10 Games: 3-7, Avg. 111.9 PPG)
Recent Streak: Lost 3 straight.
Key Results:
Jan. 27 @ PHI: L 122-139 (Turner 31 PTS).
Jan. 23 vs. DEN: L 100-102.
Jan. 21 vs. OKC: L 102-122.
Jan. 19 @ ATL: W 112-110.
Jan. 17 vs. BKN: W 118-110.
Strengths: Efficient shooting (51.2% FG in last game); Turner averaging 28.0 PPG recently.
Weaknesses: Allowing 121.0 PPG in losses; 9-15 on road.
Washington Wizards (Last 10 Games: 1-9, Avg. 107.8 PPG)
Recent Streak: Won 1.
Key Results:
Jan. 27 vs. POR: W 115-111 (Sarr 29 PTS, 12 REB, 6 BLK).
Jan. 24 @ CHA: L 115-119.
Jan. 22 vs. DEN: L 98-120.
Jan. 19 vs. LAC: L 106-110.
Jan. 14 @ LAC: L 105-119.
Strengths: Rebounding (43.8 RPG); Sarr’s emergence (17.7 PPG, 7.5 RPG).
Weaknesses: Allowing 122.8 PPG (29th in NBA); 7-15 at home.
Injury Report
Injuries decimate both teams, with the Bucks missing their superstar and the Wizards shorthanded in the frontcourt.
Milwaukee Bucks:
OUT: Giannis Antetokounmpo (right calf strain).
OUT: Kevin Porter Jr. (right oblique muscle strain).
OUT: Taurean Prince (neck surgery).
OUT: Alex Antetokounmpo (G League – Two-Way).
QUESTIONABLE: Kyle Kuzma (quadricep).
Washington Wizards:
OUT: Marvin Bagley III (thoracic strain).
OUT: Tristan Vukcevic (left hamstring strain).
OUT: Cam Whitmore (right shoulder deep vein thrombosis).
OUT: Trae Young (right knee MCL sprain; quad contusion).
QUESTIONABLE: Alex Sarr (illness).
Key
Player Matchups
Expected starting lineups amid injuries:
Bucks: PG Ryan Rollins, SG Gary Trent Jr., SF Kyle Kuzma, PF Bobby Portis, C Myles Turner.
Wizards: PG Bub Carrington, SG Tre Johnson, SF Bilal Coulibaly, PF Kyshawn George, C Alex Sarr (if available; otherwise Jonas Valanciunas).Key Matchups:
Myles Turner vs. Alex Sarr: Turner’s scoring (28.0 PPG recently) vs. Sarr’s defense (6 BLK in last game); battle for interior control.
Kyle Kuzma vs. Bilal Coulibaly: Kuzma’s versatility tests Coulibaly’s defense; expect physical wing play.
Ryan Rollins vs. Bub Carrington: Rollins (24 PPG recently) exploits Wizards’ backcourt; Carrington’s assists key.
Bobby Portis vs. Kyshawn George: Portis’ rebounding vs. George’s perimeter threat.
Series History
All-time: Bucks lead 136-98 in 234 regular-season games.
Recently, Bucks have won 9 of last 10 head-to-head before Wizards’ recent upset.
This season:
Dec. 31: Wizards 114-113 (Sarr/Carrington 20 PTS each).
Dec. 1: Wizards 129-126 (McCollum 28 PTS).
Oct. 22: Bucks 133-120 (Antetokounmpo 37 PTS).
Betting Trends
ATS Trends: Bucks 19-26 ATS (3-7 in last 10); Wizards 19-26 ATS (1-9 in last 10).
Bucks 2-1 ATS vs. Wizards this season.
Wizards Over in 22 of 45 games.
Game Odds
Milwaukee Bucks – 2.5
Washington Wizards 221.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Wednesday, January 28, 2026
