The Milwaukee Bucks (14-20) are favored by 5.5 points against the Charlotte Hornets (11-22) on Friday, January 2, 2026 at 8 p.m. ET. The matchup airs on FDSSE and FDSWI.
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Bucks vs. Hornets Predictions for Friday
Our computer model for this encounter predicts a final tally of Bucks 118, Hornets 114.
- Moneyline Pick: Bucks (-230)
- Total Pick: Over 231.5 (computer predicts 231.8 points)
- Pick ATS: Hornets (+5.5)
Recent Bucks vs. Hornets Matchups
| Date | Favorite | Spread | Total | Favorite Moneyline | Underdog Moneyline | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/29/2025 | Bucks | -3.5 | 227.5 | -154 | +129 | 123-113 MIL |
| 11/14/2025 | Bucks | -9.5 | 237.5 | -382 | +300 | 147-134 MIL |
| 11/12/2025 | Bucks | -2.5 | 228.5 | -139 | +117 | 111-100 CHA |
| 2/5/2025 | Bucks | -11 | 222.5 | -552 | +406 | 112-102 MIL |
| 11/23/2024 | Bucks | -8 | 224 | -338 | +266 | 125-119 MIL |
| 11/16/2024 | Bucks | -3.5 | 217 | -165 | +139 | 115-114 CHA |
Bucks 2025-26 Betting Trends
- So far this season, Milwaukee has put together a 16-18-0 record against the spread.
- In games this season they were favored by 5.5 points or more, the Bucks have a 3-4 record against the spread.
- Milwaukee's games have hit the over in 13 out of 33 opportunities (39.4%).
- The Bucks have won eight, or 53.3%, of the 15 games they've played as favorites this season.
- This season, Milwaukee has won four of its seven games when favored by at least -230 on the moneyline.
Hornets 2025-26 Betting Trends
- So far this year, Charlotte has compiled an 18-15-0 record against the spread.
- The Hornets have a 10-7 record against the spread in games they were an underdog by 5.5 points or more this season.
- Charlotte's games have hit the over 13 out of 33 times (39.4%).
- The Hornets have been the moneyline underdog 29 total times this season. They've gone 9-20 in those games.
- In games it has played as a moneyline underdog with odds of +189 or longer, Charlotte has gone 4-12 (25%).
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Bucks vs. Hornets Injury Report
Bucks
Bucks:
Taurean Prince: Out (Neck)
Hornets
Hornets:
Mason Plumlee: Out (Groin),
Ryan Kalkbrenner: Out (Elbow),
Miles Bridges: Probable (Ankle),
Moussa Diabate: Questionable (Wrist),
Grant Williams: Out (Acl)
Bucks vs. Hornets Game Time and TV Channel
- Game day: Friday, January 2, 2026
- Game time: 8 p.m. ET
- TV channel: FDSSE and FDSWI
- Location: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Arena: Fiserv Forum
- Live stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
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