Hawks Hold Off Raptors For Second Straight Win
The Atlanta Hawks defeated the host Toronto Raptors, 114-103, at Scotiabank Arena on Saturday evening.

The Hawks jumped out to a strong start with a, 34-25, lead after one quarter and stayed in control through the second to take a 12-point lead into halftime. The Raptors had no answers in the third, as the visitors maintained the upper hand and took a 17-point lead into the final frame. The Hawks kept focus the rest of the way and held on for the road win.

Trae Young led the Hawks with 29 points, nine assists, two steals and a block, in 38 minutes. Dejounte Murray followed up with 27 points, eight rebounds, six assists and two steals, while Onyeka Okongwu totaled 10 points, 13 rebounds, two blocks and a steal. The Hawks shot 51.2 percent from the field, including 11-of-27 from deep.

Meanwhile, Scottie Barnes led the Raptors with 27 points, 12 rebounds, two assists, three steals and a block, in 37 minutes. Pascal Siakam followed up with 15 points, seven rebounds, six assists and a block, while O.G. Anunoby added 14 points, four rebounds and two assists. The Raptors shot 41.4 percent from the field, including 7-of-29 from long range.

The Raptors (19-24) look to bounce back as they take on the Knicks in New York on Monday. The Hawks (21-22) play host to the Heat on Monday.
Posted on: 1/14/2023 6:59 PM
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