"ATL ReKap: Hawks Struggle Against Cavaliers, Eyeing Redemption Against Spurs"
- Aden Kapadia
- Nov 29, 2023
- 2 min read
Good evening, everyone, and welcome back to ATL ReKap! I hope you're all enjoying your evening. Let's dive straight into the action from the recent Hawks game, where unfortunately, they fell short against the Cleveland Cavaliers with a final score of 128-105, putting them at 8-9 for the season.
The Hawks' offense faced significant challenges in tonight's game. Deandre Hunter emerged as the top scorer with 18 points, but it was a tough night overall. Hunter shot 5-12 from the field and struggled from beyond the arc, going 1-6. In addition to his scoring efforts, Hunter contributed with 4 rebounds and 2 assists.
Bogi also played a pivotal role, scoring 18 points coming off the bench. He went 6-16 overall and 4-10 from three-point range. Bogi showcased versatility with 6 rebounds, 1 assist, and 2 steals.
Unfortunately, Hawks' star player Trae Young had an off night, scoring only 13 points on 3-14 shooting from the field and 2-8 from three-point range. Despite the challenges, Young managed to make a memorable three-pointer after a slick move that left Garland on the floor.
Dejounte Murray also contributed 13 points, going 5-14 from the field and 3-7 from beyond the arc. Murray's defensive efforts were commendable, contributing 2 steals and a block.
Clint Capela and Saddiq Bey both posted 14 points each. Capela excelled in the paint, securing 9 rebounds and blocking 2 shots. Big O came off the bench, adding 13 points, including a successful three-pointer.
Looking ahead, the Hawks are gearing up to face rookie sensation Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs on Thursday evening at 8:00 pm. The Hawks are currently favored to win with an 80% to 20% prediction. Be sure to stay tuned after the game for a comprehensive recap!
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