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Charlotte Hornets Dominate Atlanta Hawks with Stellar Three-Point Shooting

First Quarter


The Charlotte Hornets started strong against the Atlanta Hawks, setting the tone early at Spectrum Center. The first quarter saw the Hornets take a commanding lead with 37 points, outpacing the Hawks' 32. Brandon Miller was instrumental in this period, contributing significantly to Buzz City's offensive surge.


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Second Quarter


Continuing their momentum into the second quarter, the Hornets extended their lead by scoring an impressive 43 points. The Dirty Birds struggled to keep pace as Charlotte's three-point shooting proved too much to handle. Kon Knueppel and LaMelo Ball were pivotal during this stretch, showcasing their shooting prowess and playmaking abilities.


Third Quarter


In the third quarter, both teams showed resilience as they battled for control. The Hawks managed to tighten up defensively but still trailed behind as Charlotte maintained a slight edge with a score of 27-26 in this segment. Miles Bridges made key contributions on both ends of the court for Buzz City.


Fourth Quarter


The final quarter saw Atlanta attempting a comeback; however, it was not enough to overcome Charlotte's earlier dominance. Despite scoring 31 points in this period compared to Charlotte's 26, the game ended with a final score of 133-126 in favor of Buzz City.


Overall, it was an impressive display from Charlotte who now hold a record of 9-18 while Atlanta stands at 15-13 following this encounter. Key game-changing plays by players like LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller were crucial in securing victory for Buzz City.


Fans can look forward to more action when Charlotte faces off against Detroit Pistons on December 20th at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit at 7:30 PM EST. Catch all the excitement live on FDSSE or NBA TV!


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