The Atlanta Hawks defeated the Wizards on New Year’s Eve by a score of 130-126. Trae Young, who was listed as probable with a right knee contusion, was available while Onyeka Okongwu was out with an illness. Starting for the Hawks were Trae Young, Dejounte Murray, Saddiq Bey, Jalen Johnson, and Clint Capela.
The Hawks got off to a very slow start, reaching a 15-4 deficit within the first four minutes of play. Kyle Kuzma had his way in the first quarter, shooting 4-for-7 from beyond the arc with 15 points. The Hawks picked up their performance, taking a 28-27 lead late in the first quarter.