Denver Nuggets at Milwaukee Bucks
Jan 23, 2026
Denver Nuggets Edge Milwaukee Bucks 102-100 in a Nail-Biter
Game Summary
The Denver Nuggets secured a narrow victory over the Milwaukee Bucks, finishing the game with a score of 102-100. Despite a strong performance from the Bucks, who out-rebounded the Nuggets, Milwaukee struggled offensively, shooting just 40% from the field, which is below their season average. The Nuggets’ defense was effective, forcing 10 turnovers from the Bucks and limiting their three-point shooting to just 30.8%.
Top Performers
Tim Hardaway Jr. led the Nuggets with 17 points, contributing significantly with three made three-pointers. Bruce Brown added 15 points and played a crucial role in the team's perimeter defense with two steals. Zeke Nnaji also made an impact, recording a double-double with 11 points and 12 rebounds. For the Bucks, Giannis Antetokounmpo was the standout performer, notching a double-double of his own with 22 points and 13 rebounds, while Ryan Rollins chipped in with 21 points, including four three-pointers.
Odds Recap
Listed as 7.5-point underdogs, the Denver Nuggets stunned the Milwaukee Bucks with a close two-point victory. The final score fell just short of the spread, reflecting a tightly contested match. The game also went under the total, as both teams shot under their season averages from the field.
Prediction Recap
The model predicted the Milwaukee Bucks as the winners but missed on the moneyline and spread, as the Nuggets emerged victorious. The prediction for the total was not applicable, as no total was provided, but the actual outcome was under the implied scoring expectations based on the teams' averages.
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