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Hawks Eye Redemption in Salt Lake City Showdown with Jazz

As the Atlanta Hawks prepare to face off against the Utah Jazz at the Delta Center, fans are eager to see if their team can bounce back from recent setbacks. The Hawks have had a challenging stretch, with 26 wins and 34 losses this season. Their last game against the Brooklyn Nets ended in a 102-114 defeat, despite a strong second quarter where they outscored the Nets by 13 points.


ATLANTA, GEORGIA - FEBRUARY 27:  Dejounte Murray #5 of the Atlanta Hawks drives against John Collins #20 of the Utah Jazz during the first quarter at State Farm Arena on February 27, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia.  NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.  (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

The statistics reveal some concerns for Atlanta; they shot only 42 percent from the field and struggled beyond the arc with a mere 32 percent success rate on three-pointers. However, they did show prowess inside, scoring 48 points in the paint and securing an impressive total of 55 rebounds.


In contrast, their performance just two days prior was markedly different. The Hawks dominated Utah at home with a resounding victory of 124-97. They showcased efficient shooting at a rate of 50 percent from the field and were particularly effective on fast breaks, converting eight out of eleven attempts into points.


ATLANTA, GA - FEBRUARY 27: Walker Kessler #24 of the Utah Jazz boxes out during the game against the Atlanta Hawks on February 27, 2024 at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia.  NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Scott Cunningham/NBAE via Getty Images)

Looking ahead to their upcoming game on March 15th at Delta Center in Salt Lake City – where playing away could influence their performance – Atlanta will need to replicate that high-scoring efficiency while tightening up defensively. The Jazz will be looking for revenge after their previous loss but will have to contend with an Atlanta team that knows how to exploit fast break opportunities and score effectively inside.


Fans can catch this exciting matchup live on NBA TV, KJZZ or Peachtree TV at scheduled tip-off time of March 15th at 9:30 PM Eastern Time (-04:00 UTC).


ATLANTA, GA - FEBRUARY 27: Dejounte Murray #5 of the Atlanta Hawks shoots the ball during the game against the Utah Jazz on February 27, 2024 at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia.  NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Scott Cunningham/NBAE via Getty Images)
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