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Category: Atlanta Hawks
Millsapa s free throws lift Hawks over Nuggets, 109-108
Paul Millsap capped a 9-0 run in the final 1:43 with two free throws and the Atlanta Hawks rallied to beat the Denver Nuggets 109-108 on Friday night. The Nuggets led 108-100 but Atlanta scored seven straight points from the line to make it a one-point game with 42.8 seconds left.
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Russell Westbrook had his 14th triple-double of the season and his third straight 40-point game, finishing with 45 points, 11 assists and 11 rebounds to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 117-112 victory over the Boston Celtics on Friday night. Westbrook missed his first five shots but scored the last seven points of the first half as the Thunder turned a three-point deficit into a four-point lead.
Kris Humphries to start as Hawks change up lineup again
After going with a small lineup for two straight games, the Atlanta Hawks are switching things up again and going with a more traditional look. Kris Humphries will move into the team’s starting lineup according to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Chris Vivlamore replacing Kyle Korver.
Atlanta Hawks Game Preview: Dec. 23 Denver Nuggets
Mar 17, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks forward Paul Millsap grabs a rebound over Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic in the first quarter at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports The Atlanta Hawks travel to Denver Friday night to take on the Nuggets.
Hawks C Howard, Thunder G Oladipo out Monday
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Hawks C Howard, Thunder G Oladipo out Monday
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Game Day Preview – OKC Thunder attempt series sweep versus Hawks, Dec. 19
OKC Thunder look to sweep their season series versus the Atlanta Hawks prior to heading out for 7 of their next 9 games on the road. Game Day Preview breaks down the match-up.
Hayward, Gobert lead Jazz past Grizzlies 82-73
Late in a physical, defensive showdown, the Utah Jazz discovered their 3-point shooting and broke open a close game. Gordon Hayward scored 22 points and Rudy Gobert had 21 points, 12 rebounds and three blocks, helping the Jazz beat the Memphis Grizzlies 82-73 on Sunday night.
OKC Thunder: Previewing the Thunder vs. the Atlanta Hawks
Atlanta has had at least 26 assists in six straight games. a The Thunder enters Monday’s game was the only team in the NBA scoring and allowing the same number of points per 100 possessions .
OKC Thunder: Previewing the Thunder vs. the Atlanta Hawks
Atlanta has had at least 26 assists in six straight games. a The Thunder enters Monday’s game was the only team in the NBA scoring and allowing the same number of points per 100 possessions .