The Atlanta Hawks suffered a 119-109 defeat against the Miami Heat on Saturday night. The Hawks did not hold a lead outside the first few minutes of the game. The absence of Jimmy Butler, Tyler Herro, and Caleb Martin heightened fan expectations for a win. However, the Hawks found themselves in a challenging position after a problematic first quarter, which they couldn’t recover from.
Early in the game, the Hawks had opportunities for good shots, but they struggled to convert. The team made numerous mental mistakes, leading to turnovers and providing the Heat with fast-break chances. Facing a team without three starters, allowing easy opportunities proved detrimental.