Atlanta Hawks Battle Hard but Fall to Phoenix Suns in High-Scoring Affair

The Atlanta Hawks, with a record of 19-19, faced off against the Phoenix Suns, standing at 17-19, in what turned out to be a high-scoring game that ended with the Suns taking the victory with a score of 123-115. Despite the loss, the Hawks showcased their offensive capabilities throughout the match.

Game Highlights

The game started off energetically with both teams putting up impressive numbers in the first quarter. The Atlanta Hawks scored 31 points but were outdone by the Suns' 38 points. The second quarter saw an even higher scoring output from both teams, but it was during this period that the Suns began to pull away, thanks to their effective shooting and defensive plays.

For the Hawks, Trae Young led his team with 21 points and contributed significantly with seven assists and two rebounds. His performance was crucial for keeping his team within striking distance throughout most of the game. Another notable performance came from Bogdan Bogdanovic who added 17 points on an efficient shooting night where he hit 64 percent from field goal range including making half of his three-point attempts.

Clint Capela's presence was felt on both ends of the court as he racked up a double-double with ten points and eleven rebounds while also blocking two shots. This effort underlined Capela's importance as a central figure in both defense and offense for Atlanta.

Phoenix Suns' Key Performances

On Phoenix's side, their balanced attack proved too much for Atlanta's defense. Their ability to convert opportunities into points was evident as they finished shooting an impressive 58 percent from field goals and managed to extend their lead through fast breaks and second-chance points.

The Suns capitalized on turnovers scoring nineteen points off them compared to Atlanta’s twenty-point effort in this category. Their bench also played a significant role contributing fifty-six bench points which matched those produced by Atlanta’s reserves.

Looking Ahead

The next challenge for The Atlanta Hawks will be hosting Houston Rockets at State Farm Arena on January 11th at 3:00 PM EDT. Fans can catch all action live on SCHN or FDSSE networks ensuring they don’t miss any part of what promises to be another exciting matchup as part of this NBA season.

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