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Milwaukee Bucks vs Denver Nuggets predictions, Jan 23, 2026

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The upcoming NBA matchup between the Milwaukee Bucks and Denver Nuggets on January 23, 2026, is shaping up to be a compelling contest as the Bucks host at home.

Recent form suggests a challenging period for the Bucks, having secured just one victory in their last five outings. This slump could indicate issues with consistency and execution, particularly on offense, where they may need to improve ball movement and shot selection to regain their competitive edge.

Conversely, the Nuggets come into this game with a more robust record, having won three of their last five matches. This recent success reflects their strong offensive capabilities and depth, allowing for a varied scoring approach, while their defensive strategy remains disciplined, capable of stifling opposing teams’ key players.

Bookmakers designate the Bucks as the favorites with odds of 1.44 for a home win, reflecting a 69.1% probability from predictive modeling, whereas the Nuggets, at 2.8, are considered underdogs with a 30.9% chance of victory.

Given the Bucks’ need to capitalize on home court advantage and the Nuggets’ current form, this match promises to be closely contested. As always, basketball remains unpredictable, and both teams will have everything to play for in this pivotal game.

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Milwaukee
66%		 Denver
34%

Outrights of NBA Denver Nuggets: 12.85% Milwaukee Bucks: 0.51%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
1.44 2.80

Latest Results

21.01.26 Milwaukee Bucks – Oklahoma City Thunder – 102:122
19.01.26 Atlanta Hawks – Milwaukee Bucks – 110:112
15.01.26 San Antonio Spurs – Milwaukee Bucks – 119:101
13.01.26 Milwaukee Bucks – Minnesota Timberwolves – 106:139
11.01.26 Denver Nuggets – Milwaukee Bucks – 108:104		 22.01.26 Washington Wizards – Denver Nuggets – 97:107
20.01.26 Denver Nuggets – Los Angeles Lakers – 107:115
18.01.26 Denver Nuggets – Charlotte Hornets – 87:110
17.01.26 Denver Nuggets – Washington Wizards – 121:115
14.01.26 Dallas Mavericks – Denver Nuggets – 109:118

Facts

  • A mid-table team takes on a leader in this match (ranked 11 and 3 in the zone Promotion ~ NBA (Play Offs: 1/8~finals)).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Milwaukee won 3.
  • Milwaukee is going through a rough patch (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • In recent matches, Denver has shown inconsistent performance (in the last 5 games, wins – 3).
  • Milwaukee may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • Milwaukee is expected to have a slight advantage in this match.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Milwaukee won 9 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 11 matches, and goals 2128:2202. (average 106.4:110.1).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Milwaukee won 6 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 938:969. (average 104.2:107.7).

    Latest Head To Head

    11.01.26 Denver Nuggets – Milwaukee Bucks – 108:104
    10.07.25 Milwaukee Bucks – Denver Nuggets – 90:89
    26.03.25 Denver Nuggets – Milwaukee Bucks – 127:117
    27.02.25 Milwaukee Bucks – Denver Nuggets – 121:112
    12.02.24 Milwaukee Bucks – Denver Nuggets – 112:95

    Standings

    2025/26

    Western Conference

    Pl W L PCT
    1 Oklahoma City Thunder 45 37 8 5464:4852 0.822
    2 San Antonio Spurs 45 31 14 5304:5065 0.689
    3 Denver Nuggets 45 30 15 5448:5244 0.667
    4 Houston Rockets 42 26 16 4917:4660 0.619
    5 Phoenix Suns 44 27 17 5046:4920 0.614
    6 Los Angeles Lakers 43 26 17 4988:5004 0.605
    7 Minnesota Timberwolves 45 27 18 5399:5180 0.600
    8 Golden State Warriors 46 25 21 5375:5251 0.543
    9 Portland Trail Blazers 45 23 22 5242:5310 0.511
    10 Los Angeles Clippers 44 20 24 4943:4996 0.455
    11 Memphis Grizzlies 42 18 24 4841:4882 0.429
    12 Dallas Mavericks 45 19 26 5147:5245 0.422
    13 Utah Jazz 45 15 30 5359:5732 0.333
    14 Sacramento Kings 45 12 33 4982:5433 0.267
    15 New Orleans Pelicans 46 10 36 5275:5612 0.217

    Eastern Conference

    Pl W L PCT
    1 Detroit Pistons 42 32 10 4923:4617 0.762
    2 Boston Celtics 43 27 16 5021:4723 0.628
    3 New York Knicks 44 26 18 5189:5006 0.591
    4 Toronto Raptors 46 27 19 5260:5174 0.587
    5 Philadelphia 76ers 43 24 19 5023:4968 0.558
    6 Cleveland Cavaliers 45 25 20 5358:5271 0.556
    7 Orlando Magic 43 23 20 4973:4961 0.535
    8 Miami Heat 45 23 22 5370:5330 0.511
    9 Chicago Bulls 44 22 22 5190:5276 0.500
    10 Atlanta Hawks 46 21 25 5410:5477 0.457
    11 Milwaukee Bucks 43 18 25 4823:4978 0.419
    12 Charlotte Hornets 45 17 28 5217:5197 0.378
    13 Brooklyn Nets 42 12 30 4533:4807 0.286
    14 Washington Wizards 43 10 33 4824:5297 0.233
    15 Indiana Pacers 45 10 35 4947:5323 0.222

    NBA Outrights

    1. Oklahoma City Thunder: 2.2 (40.9%)

    2. Denver Nuggets: 7 (12.85%)

    3. San Antonio Spurs: 12.5 (7.2%)

    4. Detroit Pistons: 16.5 (5.45%)

    5. New York Knicks: 17 (5.29%)

    6. Boston Celtics: 18.5 (4.86%)

    7. Houston Rockets: 19 (4.74%)

    8. Minnesota Timberwolves: 27.5 (3.27%)

    9. Cleveland Cavaliers: 28.5 (3.16%)

    10. Los Angeles Lakers: 33.5 (2.69%)

    11. Orlando Magic: 51 (1.76%)

    12. Philadelphia 76ers: 51 (1.76%)

    13. Los Angeles Clippers: 78.5 (1.15%)

    14. Miami Heat: 78.5 (1.15%)

    15. Golden State Warriors: 126 (0.71%)

    16. Phoenix Suns: 151 (0.6%)

    17. Atlanta Hawks: 163.5 (0.55%)

    18. Toronto Raptors: 176 (0.51%)

    19. Milwaukee Bucks: 176 (0.51%)

    20. Chicago Bulls: 751 (0.12%)

    21. Dallas Mavericks: 876 (0.1%)

    22. Portland Trail Blazers: 1001 (0.09%)

    23. Charlotte Hornets: 1001 (0.09%)

    24. Washington Wizards: 1251 (0.07%)

    25. Brooklyn Nets: 1251 (0.07%)

    26. Utah Jazz: 1251 (0.07%)

    27. Memphis Grizzlies: 1251 (0.07%)

    28. New Orleans Pelicans: 1251 (0.07%)

    29. Indiana Pacers: 1501 (0.06%)

    30. Sacramento Kings: 1501 (0.06%)

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