The Atlanta Hawks began the first of two consecutive meetings with Southeast Division rivals Miami Heat on Sunday night but despite the absence of Jimmy Butler for the hosts (missing with right knee soreness), the Heat prevailed over the Hawks 109-99.
John Collins scored 19 points in the third quarter en route to 34 points and 10 rebounds while Clint Capela added 20 points and 14 rebounds.
For the Heat — now winners of six in a row — Kendrick Nunn led the way with 24 points while Bam Adebayo added 16 points and 13 rebounds.