The Milwaukee Bucks are set to take on the Atlanta Hawks on January 19, 2026, at 1 p.m. ET, in a matchup that promises to showcase two teams struggling to find their footing this season. The game will be held at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia, and fans can catch the action on Peacock.
Both teams enter this contest with similar records of late. The Bucks, who stand at 17-24, suffered a significant defeat against the San Antonio Spurs, losing 119-101. They struggled against the spread, failing to cover as a 7.5-point road underdog. Despite the efforts of star forward Giannis Antetokounmpo, who led the Bucks with 21 points, Milwaukee has lost three consecutive games and is currently 17-24 against the spread.
On the other hand, the Hawks have a 20-24 record and are coming off a disappointing performance against the Boston Celtics, where they lost 132-106. Atlanta also failed to cover the spread as a 3.5-point home underdog. The Hawks are on a three-game losing streak, and notably, they recently traded their long-time star player, Trae Young, which has impacted their performance. Center Onyeka Okongwu was a bright spot in their recent loss, contributing 21 points; however, the Hawks are also struggling, with a 0-3 record against the spread in their last three outings.
In terms of betting odds, the Bucks are listed at +118 on the moneyline, while the Hawks sit at -145. When looking at the spread, the Hawks are favored by 2.5 points. The over/under for the game is set at 231.5.
Key injuries could affect the game’s outcome, with the Bucks missing forward Taurean Prince (neck) and the Hawks dealing with others, including guard Dyson Daniels (ankle), who is questionable, and center Kristaps Porzingis (Achilles), who is out.
Betting experts suggest placing a wager on the Hawks at -2.5 given their favorable trend at home and their recent performance. The Hawks have covered in seven of their last twelve games, and a more cautious approach might also be to consider the under at 231.5, as both teams are trending towards lower scoring.
This matchup presents an opportunity for both teams to turn their fortunes around. With home-court advantage and the opportunity to leverage recent trends, the Hawks could find themselves back in the win column, while the Bucks will be hoping to break out of their slump.