nba Game Recap
Atlanta Hawks vs Washington Wizards Wrap - Atlanta Wins 130-126
Trae Young scored 40 points and added 13 assists for a double-double, leading Atlanta over Washington, 130-126, on Sunday at Capital One Arena.
Atlanta did not, however, defeat the Wizards against the spread, which closed at -6.5 at most sportsbooks. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go OVER the closing number of 252.0.
Atlanta got 32 points from Dejounte Murray and another 24 points from Jalen Johnson. Trae Young contributed 13 assists, while Clint Capela cleaned the glass with 17 rebounds.
Washington got 38 points from Kyle Kuzma in a losing cause and another 17 points from Deni Avdija. Tyus Jones contributed 8 assists for the Wizards, while Deni Avdija had 12 rebounds.
The Hawks hit the break winning 70-58 before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Atlanta as they grabbed 58 boards, while Washington only had 42
Atlanta looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Thunder. The Wizards will aim to get back on the winning track at Cleveland.