The Milwaukee Bucks, currently second in the Eastern Conference, boast a formidable roster led by Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard, positioning them as serious title contenders. In contrast, the Washington Wizards are at the bottom of the Eastern Conference, presently 14th, in a rebuilding phase, focusing on developing young players and securing high draft picks. The Bucks are riding a five-game winning streak, demonstrating strong momentum. The Wizards, however, are on an 11-game losing streak, with morale low and significant defensive struggles (ranking last in defensive efficiency). Giannis Antetokounmpo, a two-time MVP and Finals MVP, is a top-five player in the league. The Bucks' core also includes All-Star guard Damian Lillard, a historical scorer, and All-Star forward Khris Middleton, forming a championship-caliber 'Big Three' alongside Brook Lopez, a Defensive Player of the Year candidate. The Wizards are in the post-Bill era, with young players like Jordan Poole, Kyle Kuzma, and rookie Bilal Coulibaly at the core. They currently lack any active All-Star players. Antetokounmpo is expected to exploit mismatches against the Wizards' interior defense, primarily facing Marvin Bagley and Richaun Holmes. The Bucks' well-structured roster is built around a mature core. Recommendation: Milwaukee Bucks -10.5