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Timberwolves Dominate Bucks in Milwaukee Showdown

Tuesday, January 13, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · Fiserv Forum

Minnesota Timberwolves 139, Milwaukee Bucks 106, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Minnesota Timberwolves vs Milwaukee Bucks?

Minnesota Timberwolves beat Milwaukee Bucks 139-106 at Fiserv Forum on January 13, 2026.

Who was favored in Minnesota Timberwolves vs Milwaukee Bucks?

Milwaukee Bucks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -130 (about 57% implied). The underdog won.

In a decisive victory, the Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 139-106 at the Fiserv Forum. This win extends Minnesota's dominance in the series, marking their third consecutive victory over Milwaukee this season, having previously won both earlier meetings. The Timberwolves have now secured a 2-0 series lead against the Bucks for the current season, showcasing their ability to perform well against this opponent.

The Timberwolves entered the game with a strong away record of 27-14, while the Bucks struggled with a home record of 17-23. Minnesota's recent form has been impressive, with a 6-4 record over their last ten games, including a current winning streak of one game. They averaged 124.0 points scored and allowed 118.7 points during this stretch. In contrast, the Bucks also posted a 6-4 record in their last ten games, but they are on a one-game losing streak and averaged 112.2 points scored while allowing 109.7 points.

At home, the Bucks have a record of 1-1 in their last two games, while they have performed better on the road with a 5-3 record. The Timberwolves, on the other hand, have a balanced away record of 3-3 in their last six games, with their last five games yielding a record of 4-1 and an average of 126.4 points scored.

In terms of injuries, the Bucks faced uncertainty with Kevin Porter Jr. listed as Day-To-Day due to a knee issue. The Timberwolves were without Donte DiVincenzo, who is out with an Achilles injury. These absences could have impacted the teams' strategies and rotations during the game.

The betting market reflected the competitive nature of the matchup, with DraftKings setting the odds at MIL -1.5 for the Bucks as the slight favorites, while the total was set at 229.5. The home moneyline for the Bucks was -130.0, compared to the Timberwolves' away moneyline of 110.0.

Conditions at the Fiserv Forum were conducive for basketball, with fans witnessing a high-paced game that ultimately favored the Timberwolves. Key moments included Amir Coffey's contributions in the fourth quarter, where he scored multiple times, including a 25-foot three-point jumper that capped off the Timberwolves' scoring.

The final score of 139-106 underscored the Timberwolves' offensive prowess and defensive capabilities, as they outplayed the Bucks in nearly every facet of the game. Viewers should have noted the Timberwolves' ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities and their effectiveness in executing plays, particularly in the fourth quarter.

Odds

BookSpreadTotalMoneyline
DraftKingsMIL -1.5 229.5 o -110 / u -110 Minnesota Timberwolves +110 · Milwaukee Bucks -130

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Injury report

  • Kevin Porter Jr.Day-To-DayKneeMilwaukee Bucks
  • Donte DiVincenzoOutAchillesMinnesota Timberwolves

Leaders

  • PointsGiannis Antetokounmpo25Milwaukee Bucks
  • AssistsKevin Porter Jr.8Milwaukee Bucks
  • ReboundsGiannis Antetokounmpo8Milwaukee Bucks
  • PointsJulius Randle29Minnesota Timberwolves
  • AssistsDonte DiVincenzo7Minnesota Timberwolves
  • ReboundsJulius Randle8Minnesota Timberwolves

Recent form

Milwaukee Bucks

Last 10: 6-4Streak L1112.2 scored · 109.7 allowed per game1-1 at home

  • L104-108at Denver NuggetsJan 12
  • W105-101at Los Angeles LakersJan 10
  • L113-120at Golden State WarriorsJan 8
  • W115-98at Sacramento KingsJan 5
  • W122-121vs Charlotte HornetsJan 3
  • L113-114vs Washington WizardsJan 1
  • W123-113at Charlotte HornetsDec 30
  • W112-103at Chicago BullsDec 28
  • L104-125at Memphis GrizzliesDec 27
  • W111-94at Indiana PacersDec 24

Minnesota Timberwolves

Last 10: 6-4Streak W1124 scored · 118.7 allowed per game3-3 away

  • W104-103vs San Antonio SpursJan 12
  • L134-146at Cleveland CavaliersJan 10
  • W131-122vs Cleveland CavaliersJan 9
  • W122-94vs Miami HeatJan 7
  • W141-115at Washington WizardsJan 4
  • W125-115at Miami HeatJan 3
  • L102-126at Atlanta HawksDec 31
  • W136-101at Chicago BullsDec 30
  • L107-123vs Brooklyn NetsDec 28
  • L138-142at Denver NuggetsDec 26

Standings

TeamGames behindLostStreakWin %Won
Oklahoma City-18L2.78064
Denver1028W12.65954
Minnesota1533W2.59849
Portland2240W2.51242
Utah4260L1.26822
Detroit-22W3.73260
Cleveland830W1.63452
Milwaukee2850L1.39032
Chicago2951L2.37831
Indiana4163L2.23219

Box score

StatMinnesota TimberwolvesMilwaukee Bucks
Field goals55-9241-85
Field goal %6048
Three-pointers22-4213-36
Three-point %5236
Free throws7-1211-19
Free throw %5858
Rebounds4432
Offensive rebounds99
Defensive rebounds3523
Assists3729
Steals912
Blocks24
Turnovers1519
Team turnovers11
Technical fouls00
Technical fouls, total00
Flagrant fouls00
Points off turnovers2428
Fast-break points1416
Points in the paint5848
Fouls1614
Largest lead410
Lead changes00
Time in front990

How the scoring went

  1. 3rd Quarter93-71Joan Beringer makes alley oop dunk (Jaden McDaniels assists)
  2. 3rd Quarter96-71Bones Hyland makes 25-foot three point jumper (Joan Beringer assists)
  3. 3rd Quarter98-71Joan Beringer makes tip shot
  4. 3rd Quarter99-71Joan Beringer makes free throw 1 of 1
  5. 3rd Quarter99-74Kevin Porter Jr. makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kyle Kuzma assists)
  6. 3rd Quarter101-74Bones Hyland makes 13-foot turnaround jump shot
  7. 3rd Quarter103-74Naz Reid makes 1-foot dunk (Jaden McDaniels assists)
  8. 3rd Quarter103-77AJ Green makes 26-foot three point jumper (Kevin Porter Jr. assists)
  9. 3rd Quarter103-78Giannis Antetokounmpo makes free throw 2 of 2
  10. 3rd Quarter106-78Naz Reid makes 27-foot three point jumper (Jaylen Clark assists)
  11. 4th Quarter109-78Donte DiVincenzo makes 28-foot three point jumper (Bones Hyland assists)
  12. 4th Quarter109-81Gary Trent Jr. makes 27-foot three point jumper (Gary Harris assists)
  13. 4th Quarter111-81Jaylen Clark makes 13-foot driving floating jump shot (Bones Hyland assists)
  14. 4th Quarter111-83Ryan Rollins makes layup (Gary Harris assists)
  15. 4th Quarter114-83Bones Hyland makes 22-foot three pointer (Donte DiVincenzo assists)
  16. 4th Quarter117-83Donte DiVincenzo makes 25-foot three point jumper (Bones Hyland assists)
  17. 4th Quarter120-83Bones Hyland makes 26-foot three point jumper (Donte DiVincenzo assists)
  18. 4th Quarter121-83Julius Randle makes free throw 2 of 2
  19. 4th Quarter123-83Rob Dillingham makes 2-foot two point shot (Johnny Juzang assists)
  20. 4th Quarter123-85Cole Anthony makes 10-foot pullup jump shot
  21. 4th Quarter126-85Rob Dillingham makes 23-foot three point step back jumpshot
  22. 4th Quarter126-86Amir Coffey makes free throw 1 of 2
  23. 4th Quarter126-87Amir Coffey makes free throw 2 of 2
  24. 4th Quarter126-89Thanasis Antetokounmpo makes dunk (Cole Anthony assists)
  25. 4th Quarter128-89Leonard Miller makes 3-foot running dunk
  26. 4th Quarter130-89Joan Beringer makes layup
  27. 4th Quarter130-92Pete Nance makes 26-foot three point jumper (Cole Anthony assists)
  28. 4th Quarter131-92Leonard Miller makes free throw 1 of 2
  29. 4th Quarter132-92Leonard Miller makes free throw 2 of 2
  30. 4th Quarter132-94Cole Anthony makes driving layup
  31. 4th Quarter132-96Andre Jackson Jr. makes running dunk
  32. 4th Quarter134-96Johnny Juzang makes 12-foot two point shot
  33. 4th Quarter134-98Amir Coffey makes tip shot
  34. 4th Quarter135-98Leonard Miller makes free throw 2 of 2
  35. 4th Quarter135-100Pete Nance makes 8-foot two point shot (Cole Anthony assists)
  36. 4th Quarter137-100Joan Beringer makes 1-foot reverse layup (Johnny Juzang assists)
  37. 4th Quarter139-100Leonard Miller makes 1-foot running dunk (Joe Ingles assists)
  38. 4th Quarter139-102Amir Coffey makes layup (Pete Nance assists)
  39. 4th Quarter139-103Amir Coffey makes free throw 1 of 1
  40. 4th Quarter139-106Amir Coffey makes 25-foot three point jumper (Andre Jackson Jr. assists)

Win probability

Above the line favours Milwaukee Bucks, below favours Minnesota Timberwolves.

Venue

  • Fiserv ForumMilwaukee, WI
  • Attendance17341
  • OfficialsJames Capers, Rodney Mott, Phenizee Ransom

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