NEW DELHI:
Trae Young
's stellar performance led the
Atlanta Hawks
to a 125-104 victory over the
Toronto Raptors
on Friday night. Young scored 38 points and recorded 11 assists, guiding the
Hawks
to a crucial win that ended their five-game losing streak and earned them a split in the two-game series against the Raptors.
Bogdan Bogdanovic
added 20 points for the Hawks, providing valuable scoring support.
Clint Capela
contributed a double-double with 18 points and 15 rebounds, while Onyeka Okongwu and
Saddiq Bey
also made solid contributions with 14 and 10 points, respectively.
For the Raptors, Scottie Barnes posted an impressive 23 points, showcasing his scoring ability. Pascal Siakam and Jakob Poeltl each scored 15 points, and
Malachi Flynn
added 11. Despite the efforts of the Raptors, they couldn't overcome the well-rounded performance of the Hawks.
Atlanta maintained control throughout the game, leading by as many as 24 points. In the fourth quarter, when the Raptors attempted to cut into the lead, the Hawks responded with key plays. Bogdanovic's five straight points increased the lead, and Capela's hook shot extended it further. Young's 3-pointer eventually secured a comfortable 21-point lead.
The Hawks set the tone early, leading 30-24 after the first quarter. Despite Toronto's efforts to stay in the game, Atlanta held a 10-point lead at halftime, with a score of 59-49. The Hawks shot efficiently, with a 48% field goal percentage in the first half.
In the third quarter, Toronto managed to cut the lead to nine points, but Atlanta held on to finish the period with an 87-78 advantage. The Hawks' resilience and Young's leadership ultimately secured the much-needed victory for Atlanta.
The win marked a significant turnaround for the Hawks, breaking their five-game losing streak and providing a boost to their confidence as they look to build momentum in the upcoming games.
(With Reuters inputs)
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