The Atlanta Hawks took on the Washington Wizards on Friday evening as the visitors attempted to pick up their second win in as many nights. The Hawks were able to get the victory in this one, holding off the Wizards by a score of 117-114 while never trailing in the contest.
The Hawks got off to a hot start offensively in this one, leading 33-25 after the first quarter. De’Andre Hunter was active early with 11 first-quarter points.
Atlanta shot 54.5% from the floor in the opening period. Hunter led Atlanta with 17 points in the first half, helping power the Hawks to a 68-59 lead through two quarters.