Key Takeaways:
- Vit Krejci recorded a career-high 28 points and hit eight of ten 3-point attempts last night as Atlanta defeated the Clippers 105-102 in Los Angeles
- The Hawks overcame a 17-point second-quarter deficit and secured consecutive wins for only the second time this season
- James Harden tallied 35 points, 11 assists, and 10 rebounds but could not prevent the Clippers from suffering their fifth consecutive loss
Game Overview
The Atlanta Hawks began their four-game road stretch on Monday night by edging out the Los Angeles Clippers 105-102 at Crypto.com Arena. Vit Krejci led the way off the bench, delivering a personal best of 28 points and converting a remarkable eight 3-pointers from ten attempts.
Kristaps Porzingis, making his return from illness, contributed 20 points, whilst Jalen Johnson added 16 points along with 10 rebounds. Both Porzingis and Johnson had missed Atlanta’s previous 20-point win at home over the Lakers on Sunday. However, Trae Young (knee) and Nickeil Alexander-Walker (back) remained sidelined.
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Key Moments and Momentum Shifts
Despite quickly falling behind 36-19 early in the second period, Atlanta turned the tide with a 20-3 run, seizing a 42-41 advantage with 4:09 left before half-time. Krejci was essential during this stretch, burying four threes – including three in succession.
By half-time, the teams were level at 52 apiece, with Krejci accounting for six of the Hawks’ seven made threes in the opening two quarters. Atlanta moved ahead 79-76 by the end of the third quarter.
James Harden provided an outstanding individual effort for the Clippers, finishing with 35 points, 11 assists, and 10 rebounds for a triple-double. He netted 19 points in the fourth quarter alone, shooting 6-of-10 from the field and 4-of-7 from 3-point range. Harden brought Los Angeles back within reach, tying the game at 92-92 with consecutive threes and later reducing the deficit to one possession with a four-point play at 25 seconds left. However, his late attempt to even the score from beyond the arc with 12 seconds to play was off target.
The Clippers, who were again without Kawhi Leonard (ankle) for a fourth straight fixture and missed Bradley Beal (hip), saw Ivica Zubac contribute 13 points with 12 rebounds, while Derrick Jones Jr. and Kris Dunn had 11 points each.
Krejci’s eighth triple, coming with 36 seconds on the clock, gave the Hawks a crucial 105-98 margin that they would not relinquish.
Team and Player Statistics
| Player | Team | Points | Rebounds | Assists | 3PM-A |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vit Krejci | Hawks | 28 | 3 | 2 | 8-10 |
| Kristaps Porzingis | Hawks | 20 | 3 | 4 | 1-5 |
| Jalen Johnson | Hawks | 16 | 10 | 8 | 0-3 |
| James Harden | Clippers | 35 | 10 | 11 | 6-14 |
| Ivica Zubac | Clippers | 13 | 12 | 1 | 0-0 |
| Derrick Jones Jr. | Clippers | 11 | 2 | 2 | 0-2 |
| Kris Dunn | Clippers | 11 | 2 | 0 | 1-4 |
Looking Ahead
- Atlanta will continue their road swing at the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday
- The Clippers will attempt to snap their five-game losing streak as they host the Denver Nuggets on Wednesday
