Bucks vs Hornets
Fri, Jan 2
Final
Bucks
Bucks
(14 - 20)
122
-
121
Hornets
Hornets
(11 - 22)
| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | T |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bucks | 24 | 27 | 36 | 35 | 122 |
| Hornets | 38 | 22 | 31 | 30 | 121 |
Venue: Fiserv Forum
GAME LEADERS
PTS
REB
AST
Giannis Antetokounmpo
MIL | #34 | F
30
10
5
Kon Knueppel
CHA | #7 | G/F
26
4
3
Smart Game Analysis
Milwaukee Bucks has a 67% chance of winning the game
The Bucks are poised to defend their home court against a Hornets squad they defeated just four days ago, capitalizing on Charlotte's depleted frontcourt rotation.
Key Analysis
- • Charlotte is missing key interior defenders Mason Plumlee and Grant Williams, leaving them vulnerable in the paint against Giannis Antetokounmpo.
- • Giannis Antetokounmpo is averaging nearly 29 points and 10 rebounds and faces a Hornets defense that allows 118.9 points per game.
- • Milwaukee boasts the third-best 3-point shooting percentage in the league at 39.7%, which creates difficult spacing issues for Charlotte.
- • The Bucks hold the psychological edge after securing a 123-113 road victory over the Hornets on December 29.
- • Charlotte's usual rebounding advantage is significantly compromised with Moussa Diabate listed as questionable and multiple centers confirmed out.
- • To steal a win, the Hornets need LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller to replicate their recent high-scoring performances and outpace Milwaukee's efficient offense.
