Charlotte Hornets Dominate with Decisive Victory Over Atlanta Hawks at Spectrum Center
The Charlotte Hornets, with a record of 13-41, secured a commanding 122-99 victory over the Atlanta Hawks, who now stand at 24-31. The home game showcased the Hornets' offensive and defensive capabilities as they led for most of the match.
The Hornets' performance was marked by impressive shooting accuracy from both inside and beyond the arc. They shot an effective field goal percentage of 58 percent and were particularly lethal from three-point range, hitting 15 out of 37 attempts for a solid 40 percent conversion rate. Their prowess at the free-throw line was also notable as they made an exceptional 95 percent of their shots.
In terms of ball movement and playmaking, Charlotte outshone their opponents with a total of 27 assists compared to Atlanta's 23. This facilitated scoring opportunities that allowed them to maintain control throughout the game. The team's ability to take care of the ball was evident in their turnovers; they only committed a total of 13 turnovers while forcing Atlanta into giving up possession on sixteen occasions.
Defensively, Charlotte showed tenacity by recording seven steals and four blocks which contributed to their positive plus-minus rating on court (+23). They also edged out in rebounding with a total count of fifty-one rebounds – one more than what Atlanta managed.
The bench played an integral role in this win by contributing forty points to Charlotte's tally. This depth proved crucial in maintaining intensity throughout all four quarters without any significant drop-off when starters rested.
On the other side, despite being efficient from two-point range (53 percent), Atlanta struggled from beyond the arc managing only nine successful three-pointers out of thirty-eight attempts (24 percent). Their fast-break efforts yielded just two points indicating difficulty in converting transition opportunities against Charlotte's defense.
Looking ahead, fans can catch the next game for Charlotte Hornets as they visit Utah Jazz at Delta Center located in Salt Lake City on February twenty-second at seven PM Mountain Time. The match will be broadcasted on KJZZ for local viewers and BSSE channel six hundred forty-nine for those following away from home.