nba Game Recap
Recap - Hawks Defeat New York 121-116
Atlanta got 33 points from Zaccharie Risacher en route to a 121-116 victory over New York on Wednesday at State Farm Arena.
The Hawks were a +7.0-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score went OVER the total, which closed at 226.5.
Atlanta got 23 points from Trae Young and another 23 points from Jalen Johnson. Trae Young contributed 10 assists, while Jalen Johnson cleaned the glass with 15 rebounds.
The Knicks got a 34-point performance from Karl-Anthony Towns, who was supported by 21 points from Jalen Brunson. Josh Hart had 8 assists in a losing cause for New York, while Karl-Anthony Towns grabbed 16 rebounds.
The Hawks hit the break winning 65-61 before taking care of business in the second half.
Atlanta had a 48-41 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Atlanta heads into a battle against the Pistons. New York, meanwhile, will have their next action against Milwaukee.