Milwaukee Bucks vs Los Angeles Lakers Betting Pick & Prediction for 1/9

The Milwaukee Bucks and the Los Angeles Lakers will play at Crypto.com Arena. This game is part of the NBA Regular Season, and it will take place on Friday, January 9, 2026, at 10:30 PM. Fans can watch the game on SN-LA.

The Bucks have a record of 16-21 and are 11th in the Eastern Conference. They recently lost to the Golden State Warriors, 120-113. The Lakers hold a 23-12 record and are 5th in the Western Conference. They lost their last game to the San Antonio Spurs, 107-91.

Bucks vs Lakers Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Milwaukee Bucks vs. Los Angeles Lakers
  • Venue: Crypto.com Arena
  • Date: Friday, January 9, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Lakers -3.5 (-108), Bucks +3.5 (-114)

Milwaukee Bucks Team Preview

The Milwaukee Bucks recently faced the Golden State Warriors and lost by a score of 120-113. Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 34 points with 10 rebounds and 5 assists. Ryan Rollins and Kevin Porter Jr. also contributed with 16 and 15 points, respectively.

In a previous game against the Sacramento Kings, the Bucks secured a 115-98 victory. Giannis Antetokounmpo led the team with 37 points and 11 rebounds. Kevin Porter Jr. added 25 points and 10 assists in the win.

The Bucks rank fourth in field goal percentage this season, hitting 48.6% of their shots. They excel at making three-pointers, with 14.7 per game, ranking sixth in the league. However, they struggle with free throws, making just 15.3 per game, which is near the bottom of the rankings.

Los Angeles Lakers Team Preview

The Los Angeles Lakers have had mixed results in their recent games. They lost to the San Antonio Spurs by 16 points, scoring only 91. Luka Dončić led the team with 38 points, but it wasn’t enough to secure a win.

In their previous game against the New Orleans Pelicans, the Lakers secured a win by 8 points. LeBron James and Luka Dončić both scored 30 points each. The team had a better shooting percentage, making 50.6% of their shots.

The Lakers have some concerns with injuries. LeBron James and Rui Hachimura are both questionable for the next game. Austin Reaves and Adou Thiero are out, which could impact the team’s performance.

BTB Betting Pick

The spread pick for the game between the Bucks and the Lakers leans towards the Bucks +3.5. The Bucks have strong shooting stats, with a field goal percentage of 48.6 and a three-point percentage of 39.6. The Lakers are favored, but the Bucks’ shooting efficiency might keep the game close. The projected score is Lakers 116, Bucks 113.

The over/under pick for the game is under 233.5 points. The Bucks allow 115.6 points per game, while the Lakers allow 116.6 points per game. Both teams have defensive stats that suggest a combined score under 233.5. The projected total score is 229 points.