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Timberwolves Fall 116-98 Against Atlanta - Game Recap

The Hawks got a 43-point performance from Trae Young as Atlanta handed Minnesota a 116-98 defeat on Friday at Target Center.

Atlanta was a favorite by -6.0 points and came through with an ATS victory for bettors. The game went UNDER the consensus closing total of 226.5.

Cam Reddish had 15 points for Atlanta and Clint Capela chipped in with 13 points. Rajon Rondo had 6 assists for the Hawks, while Clint Capela was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 19 boards.

The Timberwolves got a 17-point performance from Malik Beasley, who was supported by 15 points from Jarrett Culver. Ricky Rubio had 5 assists in a losing cause for Minnesota, while Naz Reid grabbed 8 rebounds.

Atlanta led at halftime, 62-43.

Atlanta won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 55-40.

Atlanta looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Bucks. The Timberwolves will aim to get back on the winning track vs. New Orleans.