nba Game Recap
Hawks Down New Orleans 124-121 - Match Report
New Orleans was victimized for 34 points and 10 assists by Trae Young as the Hawks defeated the Pelicans 124-121 in NBA action on Saturday.
Atlanta won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -2.0-point spread as favorites. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go OVER the closing number of 235.0.
Dejounte Murray had 22 points for Atlanta and Clint Capela chipped in with 21 points. Dejounte Murray had 11 assists for the Hawks, while Clint Capela was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 19 boards.
The Pelicans got a 29-point performance from Zion Williamson, who was supported by 29 points from CJ McCollum. Brandon Ingram had 7 assists in a losing cause for New Orleans, while Jonas Valanciunas grabbed 17 rebounds.
The Hawks hit the break winning 60-52 before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored New Orleans as they grabbed 59 boards, while Atlanta only had 50
Atlanta looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Bucks. The Pelicans will aim to get back on the winning track at Indiana.