nba Game Recap
Recap - Cavaliers Defeat Atlanta 96-91
Collin Sexton scored 27 points for Cleveland on Saturday, leading the Cavaliers to a 96-91 victory over Atlanta at State Farm Arena.
Cleveland was an underdog by +5.5 points and came through with an ATS victory for bettors. The game went UNDER the consensus closing total of 229.0.
Cleveland got 14 points from JaVale McGee and another 12 points from Andre Drummond. Larry Nance Jr. contributed 6 assists, while Andre Drummond cleaned the glass with 11 rebounds.
The Hawks got a 17-point performance from De'Andre Hunter, who was supported by 16 points from Trae Young. Trae Young had 10 assists in a losing cause for Atlanta, while Clint Capela grabbed 16 rebounds.
The Cavaliers hit the break losing 56-44 before taking care of business in the second half.
Atlanta won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 48-46.
Cleveland looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Magic. The Hawks will aim to get back on the winning track vs. New York.