The Hawks and the Pelicans linked up in State Farm Arena for game best known for Dejounte Murray’s return after spending two seasons with the Hawks. But the Hawks at full strength on a three-game winning streak were expected to handle the banged-up Pelicans who are on an eight-game losing streak.
Still, you never know. That’s why they play the games.
The Hawks got off to somewhat of a ragged start to the game however, lacking any sort of flow in their offense. But after a timeout — one in which a Murray montage played for the fans — the Hawks picked up the energy and surged to a 14-11 lead behind an 8-0 run.