The Milwaukee Bucks recently defeated the Charlotte Hornets 123-113 on the road. Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 24 points with 4 rebounds, 7 assists, and 1 steal. Bobby Portis contributed 25 points, 2 rebounds, and 1 assist off the bench, shooting 5-of-7 from three-point range. Gary Trent Jr. made 3 of 5 three-pointers. The team has only one player listed as injured, Prince. Meanwhile, the Washington Wizards lost their back-to-back home game against the Phoenix Suns 101-115. Trey Johnson scored 24 points with 1 rebound and 2 assists, going 5-of-5 from three-point range. C.J. McCollum went 0-of-5 from three-point range. The team is uncertain about Branham's availability due to injury, and KeyShawn George, Kispert, and Whitmore will be out due to injuries. In their two previous encounters this season, the Bucks won at home 133-120 and lost on the road 126-129. Antetokounmpo played in both games. The Bucks' roster was relatively complete in both matches. Considering their current lineups, the Bucks might be expected to be favored by around 12.5 points, but the actual spread is only 10.5, which is lower than anticipated. The Bucks were on a 5-game road trip before returning home. This match comes after the players have returned home for the New Year, which could lead to a lack of focus. The Bucks have a 1-6 record against the Wizards in their last 7 games based on the initial spread, with the current spread not being satisfactory. The game favors the Wizards. Wizards +10.5