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Atlanta Defeats Charlotte 125-120 - Recap
Trae Young scored 38 points and added 10 assists for a double-double, leading Atlanta over Charlotte, 125-120, on Friday at State Farm Arena.
The Hawks won the battle on the scoreboard, but not at the payout window as they failed to cover the -5.5-point spread. OVER bettors were rewarded when the final score pointed to an OVER play.
De'Andre Hunter had 24 points for Atlanta and Dyson Daniels chipped in with 18 points. Trae Young had 10 assists for the Hawks, while Trae Young was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.
The Hornets got a 34-point performance from LaMelo Ball, who was supported by 27 points from Miles Bridges. Grant Williams had 6 assists in a losing cause for Charlotte, while Nick Richards grabbed 13 rebounds.
Atlanta led at halftime, 62-58.
Charlotte had a 53-39 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Atlanta takes its act on the road to face Oklahoma City looking for another win. For Charlotte, they head home to face Miami.