nba Game Recap
Atlanta Hawks vs Oklahoma City Thunder Wrap - Oklahoma City Wins 128-104
The battle between the Thunder and Hawks didn't turn out to be much of a battle at all as Atlanta was handed a 128-104 defeat on Sunday at Paycom Center.
Bettors who backed the Thunder were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -11.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 230.5.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 35 points for Oklahoma City and Chet Holmgren chipped in with 25 points. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 9 assists for the Thunder, while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.
Atlanta got 24 points from Trae Young in a losing cause and another 14 points from Onyeka Okongwu. Trae Young contributed 8 assists for the Hawks, while Clint Capela had 10 rebounds.
The Thunder hit the break losing 58-57 before taking care of business in the second half.
Atlanta had a 49-45 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Oklahoma City heads into a battle against the Spurs. Atlanta, meanwhile, will have their next action against Washington.