Los Angeles Clippers vs Milwaukee Bucks prediction and betting tips on January 26, 2024
Game Prediction
The Los Angeles Clippers will face the Milwaukee Bucks in an exciting NBA matchup. Here’s our betting prediction for the game.
Los Angeles Clippers
In the offseason, the Clippers traded one of their key players, Paul George, which seems to have been the right decision, as he wasn't the player to lead them to a championship.
Currently, the Clippers sit sixth in the Western Conference with a 25–19 record. In their last game, they secured a 110–93 home victory against the Washington Wizards, with James Harden posting a triple-double (17 points, 12 rebounds, and 13 assists). The Clippers are in solid form and are on track to make the playoffs.
Milwaukee Bucks
The Bucks’ early-season struggles are now a distant memory, as they have climbed to fourth place in the Eastern Conference with a 25–17 record. In their last outing, they crushed the Miami Heat 125–96, marking their fifth consecutive win.
The Bucks also claimed the NBA Cup this season—a relatively new trophy, but a nice achievement nonetheless. The team is powered by stars Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard, and their ambitions are clear: to contend for the championship. Securing a top-six spot in the East and avoiding the play-in tournament is the minimum target for the regular season.
Match Facts
- The Clippers have won 5 of their last 7 games.
- Milwaukee has struggled on the road, with only 8 wins in 18 away games.
- Odds for the match: Clippers win (P1) – 1.7, Bucks win (P2) – 2.19.
Head-to-Head
Despite being more than halfway through the regular season, this will be the first meeting between the two teams. Last season, the Bucks dominated, winning all four head-to-head matchups.
Prediction
The Clippers are slight favorites heading into this game, but the Bucks have a strong case for success. While Milwaukee’s road form has been inconsistent, their current winning streak and strong momentum make them a formidable opponent. Our recommendation is to bet on the Bucks to win with a +4.5 point handicap.