Two NBA Powerhouses Clash: Bucks vs. Lakers Showdown

When: Friday, January 9th, 2026, at 10:30 PM ET Where: Crypto.com Arena Watch: FanDuel Sports Network Wisconsin or NBA TV Stream: Fubo (Free Trial Available)

Team Breakdown

Los Angeles Lakers

• Home Strength: Averaging 116 points per game
• Recent Performance: Swept the Bucks earlier this season (119-95)
• Key Player: Luka Dončić played a pivotal role in their last win
• Consistency: Strong and reliable, especially with LeBron James in the lineup

Milwaukee Bucks

• Road Record: Sub-.500
• Reliance on Giannis: Giannis Antetokounmpo has been strong in scoring and rebounding
• Team Struggles: Inconsistent without Giannis; role players need to step up

Game Outlook

• Intensity: Playoff-level energy expected
• Odds:
• MIL +130
• LAL -155
• Spread: LAL -3.5
• Over/Under: 229.5

Don’t miss this thrilling matchup! Tune in to see if the Lakers maintain their dominance or if the Bucks pull off an upset.