Phoenix Suns Show Grit In 123-115 Victory Over Atlanta Hawks
The Phoenix Suns came away with a hard-fought 123-115 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Wednesday night at Footprint Center. The win was the Suns’ second in a row and improved their record to 19-12 on the season. Devin Booker led the way for Phoenix with 28 points, while Chris Paul added 20 points and 11 assists. Trae Young led the Hawks with 27 points, while Clint Capela added 23 points and 12 rebounds.
The Suns started the game strong, taking an early 10-point lead. However, the Hawks came back to tie the game at 25 after one quarter. The Suns regained the lead in the second quarter and took a 55-49 lead into halftime. The Hawks cut the lead to two points early in the third quarter, but the Suns answered back and took a 90-81 lead into the fourth quarter. The Hawks made one final push in the fourth quarter, but the Suns held on for the victory.
The win was a much-needed one for the Suns, who had lost three of their previous four games. The Suns are now tied for third place in the Western Conference with the Sacramento Kings. The Hawks, meanwhile, fell to 17-14 on the season and are now in sixth place in the Eastern Conference.
What Went Right for the Suns
There were a number of things that went right for the Suns in this game. First, they were able to get off to a good start and build an early lead. This gave them a cushion to fall back on when the Hawks made their runs.
Second, the Suns were able to shoot the ball well from three-point range. They made 14 of their 35 three-point attempts, which is 40%. This helped them space the floor and open up the driving lanes for their guards.
Third, the Suns were able to get to the free throw line. They attempted 27 free throws, which is 10 more than the Hawks. This helped them close out the game in the fourth quarter.
What Went Wrong for the Hawks
There were a few things that went wrong for the Hawks in this game. First, they were not able to get off to a good start and fell behind early. This put them in a hole that they were never able to fully recover from.
Second, the Hawks were not able to shoot the ball well from three-point range. They made only 9 of their 31 three-point attempts, which is 29%. This made it difficult for them to keep pace with the Suns.
Third, the Hawks were not able to get to the free throw line. They attempted only 17 free throws, which is 10 fewer than the Suns. This made it difficult for them to close the gap in the fourth quarter.
Conclusion
The Suns’ victory over the Hawks was a hard-fought one, but it was one that they desperately needed. The Suns are now tied for third place in the Western Conference and are looking to make a run at the playoffs. The Hawks, meanwhile, will need to regroup and find a way to start winning games again if they want to make a run at the playoffs.
The Suns’ victory is a reminder that they are a team to be reckoned with. They have a lot of talent and are capable of beating anyone in the league. The Hawks, on the other hand, are still a young team and are learning how to win. They have a lot of potential, but they need to find a way to be more consistent.
