The Atlanta Hawks were unable to notch a win on the road in Charlotte against fellow Southeast Division competitors, the Hornets, at Spectrum Center on Wednesday night, falling 116-106.
De’Andre Hunter led the Hawks in scoring with 21 points and Clint Capela added 17 points and 15 rebounds. For the Hornets, LaMelo Ball scored 22 points and dished out 11 assists, while Montrezl Harrell added 20 points off the bench.
Fast-forward to the fourth quarter: John Collins is already absent for this game, Danilo Gallinari was ruled out during the game with a right bicep contusion and Trae Young had been absent for a period of time with a left knee contusion before returning to the game.