Atlanta scored its second win in three days against Detroit in the NBA. Clint Capela and his teammates beat the Pistons 136-112 at Michigan.
The Hawks forced the decision in a 2nd half won 67-45, while in the interval they were leading by just 2 points (69-67). Trae Young scored 35 points on Wednesday in the first duel between the two teams, this time he made 36, adding 12 assists.
Clint Capela remained discreet on the offensive level, scoring only 5 points (2/6 shots, 1/3 free). But the Hawks’ inside of Geneva played their part in defense, capturing 8 rebounds (11 in total) and blocking 2 opponent shots. Pivot No. 2 of Atlanta, Onyeka Okongwu meanwhile shone in attack (16 points).
Trip to Milwaukee against the Bucks
The Hawks, who beat Detroit 118-113 on Wednesday, had a record of 4 wins for one loss at the end of this bout. It continues on Saturday evening with a trip to Milwaukee to challenge Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Bucks, the only team still undefeated this season.
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