The Atlanta Hawks nudged by the Cleveland Cavaliers in a close encounter at State Farm Aren on Tuesday night as the push for the play-in continues, 120-118.
Dejounte Murray led the way with 29 points, while Onyeka Okongwu tied his career-high with 21 points to go with nine rebounds and three blocks. For the Cavaliers, there was an awakening in the second half from Donovan Mitchell, scoring 32 of his 44 points in the second half as he reunited with former coach Quin Snyder. Darius Garland added 27 points.
It looked as though this could be an early uphill battle for the Hawks, who fell behind by double-digits early in this game before not only rallying but also taking a 15 point lead themselves in the second quarter.