Charlotte Hornets at Milwaukee Bucks
Jan 02, 2026
Milwaukee Bucks Edge Charlotte Hornets 122-121 in Nail-Biter
Game Summary
The Milwaukee Bucks secured a narrow victory over the Charlotte Hornets, finishing the game with a score of 122-121. Despite a strong performance from the Hornets, who shot 45% from beyond the arc and made 18 three-pointers, their 14 turnovers proved costly, allowing the Bucks to capitalize and take the win.
Top Performers
Giannis Antetokounmpo led the Bucks with 30 points and 10 rebounds, showcasing his all-around game while Ryan Rollins contributed significantly with 29 points and 8 assists, including 6 three-pointers. Bobby Portis also added 20 points and 6 rebounds, providing crucial support off the bench. For the Hornets, Kon Knueppel scored 26 points and Miles Bridges followed closely with 25 points, but their efforts fell just short as they could not overcome the Bucks' efficiency.
Odds Recap
The Bucks were favored by 6 points, but the game ended with a margin of just 1, indicating that the Hornets exceeded expectations. The matchup did not have a specified total, so no over/under result is available.
Prediction Recap
The model correctly predicted that the Milwaukee Bucks would win the game, but it missed on the spread, as the Hornets managed to stay within the 6-point margin. Overall, the moneyline pick was accurate, but the spread prediction was incorrect, reflecting the close nature of the contest.
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