Hawks Comeback Falls Short, Lose to Pistons 122-121
Atlanta Hawks' Comeback Attempt Falls Short
Despite Trae Young's heroics, the Atlanta Hawks were unable to complete their comeback against the Detroit Pistons, losing 122-121.
Trae Young led the Hawks with 35 points and 11 assists, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Pistons' balanced scoring attack.
The Pistons were led by Jerami Grant's 32 points, and Saddiq Bey's 27 points.
The Hawks trailed by 17 points in the fourth quarter, but they rallied to cut the lead to just two points with less than a minute remaining.
However, the Pistons were able to hold on for the win, thanks to some clutch free throws from Grant.
The loss drops the Hawks to 17-18 on the season, while the Pistons improve to 12-23.
Pistons' Balanced Scoring Attack Too Much for Hawks
The Pistons' balanced scoring attack was too much for the Hawks to handle on Monday night.
Seven Pistons players scored in double figures, led by Grant's 32 points.
The Hawks were led by Young's 35 points, but no other Hawks player scored more than 20 points.
The Pistons' balanced scoring attack was a major factor in their victory.
Hawks' Comeback Attempt Falls Short
The Hawks' comeback attempt fell short on Monday night, as they were unable to overcome a 17-point deficit in the fourth quarter.
The Hawks trailed by 17 points with less than six minutes remaining in the game.
However, they rallied to cut the lead to just two points with less than a minute remaining.
But the Pistons were able to hold on for the win, thanks to some clutch free throws from Grant.
The loss drops the Hawks to 17-18 on the season, while the Pistons improve to 12-23.
What's Next for the Hawks?
The Hawks will look to bounce back from their loss to the Pistons when they host the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday night.
The Timberwolves are one of the hottest teams in the NBA, having won their last five games.
The Hawks will need to be at their best to beat the Timberwolves.
