Atlanta Hawks Dominate Washington Wizards with Stellar Fourth Quarter Surge

The Atlanta Hawks improved their record to 14-11 after a commanding performance against the Washington Wizards, who now stand at 3-19. The game concluded with a score of 131-116 in favor of the Hawks, showcasing their offensive prowess and strategic execution.

First Quarter

The game kicked off with both teams displaying strong offensive capabilities. The Hawks took an early lead by scoring 35 points in the first quarter, while the Wizards trailed closely behind with 28 points. Atlanta's efficient shooting was evident as they maintained a field goal percentage of 53 percent throughout the game.

Second Quarter

In the second quarter, both teams mirrored their previous performances by adding another set of identical scores to their tally—35 for Atlanta and 27 for Washington. The Dirty Birds' defense began to tighten up, forcing turnovers and capitalizing on fast breaks which contributed significantly to their lead.

Third Quarter

The third quarter saw a resurgence from DC as they outscored Atlanta by putting up an impressive 38 points compared to the Hawks' 27. Despite this push from the Wiz, key plays from Onyeka Okongwu kept Atlanta competitive; he finished with notable stats including scoring efficiency and defensive contributions.

Fourth Quarter

Atlanta sealed their victory in an explosive fourth quarter where they scored another solid set of points totaling at least double digits more than what was needed over Washington's final attempt at closing gaps. Luke Kennard stood out during this period with his sharp shooting skills contributing significantly towards maintaining momentum for his team.

Throughout this encounter, Nickeil Alexander-Walker also made impactful plays that were crucial during pivotal moments when pressure mounted against them defensively or offensively alike - demonstrating why he remains such valuable asset within roster rotations today!

As fans digest these thrilling "Atlanta Hawks vs Washington Wizards highlights," attention now turns towards upcoming matchups: next challenge awaits December twelfth when they'll face Detroit Pistons away Little Caesars Arena starting seven PM Eastern Daylight Time broadcasted live across networks FDSDET FDSSE NBA TV respectively! Be sure not miss any action-packed moments ahead – share article friends family keep everyone updated latest developments surrounding beloved team!