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Hawks lifted by bench, Fernando career-night in victory over Hornets

The Atlanta Hawks returned to State Farm Arena after a five-game Western Conference road trip that ended 1-4. With the return home came a return to winning ways as the Hawks flattened the Charlotte Hornets 132-91 on Saturday night at State Farm Arena.

Dejounte Murray led the Hawks with 28 points and 12 assists, while Bruno Fernando added a career-best 25 points off the bench. For the Hornets, Miles Bridges led with 27 points. Brandon Miller added 13 points.

Both sides came into this fixture rampant with injuries. For the Hornets, they were without LaMelo Ball, Seth Curry, Cody Martin and Mark Williams.