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Milwaukee (21-29) at Orlando (27-24)
- When: Feb 9 2026, 7:30 PM
- Where: Kia Center, Orlando, FL, USA
- TV: Peacock
Milwaukee vs Orlando Preview & Prediction
Spread: Orlando -10.0
Moneyline: Orlando (-480)
Total: 218.5
Milwaukee Bucks Betting Preview
Milwaukee heads to Orlando catching 10 points with the total sitting at 218.5. The Bucks finally have a little life, riding a three game winning streak, their longest run of the season. Funny how winning fixes everything. Shots fall, film sessions feel shorter, and suddenly everyone is smiling again.
The catch is obvious. Giannis Antetokounmpo remains sidelined with a calf injury and has not played since Jan. 23. Milwaukee is just 6 and 14 without him this season, which is not exactly inspiring if you are grabbing the points. Doc Rivers has said Giannis is getting closer, but until he is actually on the floor, this roster is forced to manufacture offense by committee.
Kevin Porter Jr. and the supporting cast have stepped up lately, but consistency has been the issue all season. Milwaukee is still trying to claw into play in position, so urgency is there. The question is whether that urgency translates on the road against a rested Orlando team.
Orlando Magic Betting Preview
Orlando is laying 10 at home and sits at seventh in the East. They are on a modest two game win streak and have shown resilience. In their last outing, the Magic erased a 17 point deficit to beat Utah 120 to 117. That kind of comeback speaks to composure and depth.
Franz Wagner, who averages 22.2 points per game, has been out since Jan. 18 with an ankle injury but is trending toward a possible return. In his absence, Paolo Banchero has carried more scoring responsibility, and Desmond Bane has been on a heater, averaging 21.8 points over his last five games while hitting at least one three in 12 straight.
Orlando has multiple scoring options and a defense capable of forcing turnovers in bunches. Against a Milwaukee team missing its best player, that depth matters.
NBA Prediction and Betting Outlook
Without Giannis, Milwaukee’s margin for error is razor thin. Orlando has more balance right now and the confidence of recent comeback wins.
Final Score: Magic 114, Bucks 102
Lean: Orlando -10.0
Total: Under 218.5
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