The Brooklyn Nets (1 - 2) defeated the Atlanta Hawks (2 - 1), 91 - 83, in Game 3 on Saturday at the Barclays Center. The Nets got off to a strong start, taking a 31 - 16 lead after one quarter. The Hawks battled back in the third and briefly took a four point lead, but the Nets answered with a 90 run to end the frame. Atlanta was unable to get into a rhythm on offense and simply could n't hit enough shots to cut into the lead. The Hawks shot just under 36 percent from the floor and committed 15 turnovers as they failed to take a 30 lead in the series. Brooklyn will look to even the series in Game 4 on Monday. Atlanta looked out of sorts for much of Game 3 and could n't find a way to get a win on the road. DeMarre Carroll's strong performance with 22 points and six rebounds was offset by an off game from Kyle Korver. The sharp shooting Korver finished with just two points on 1 - of - 8 shooting, including 0 - 5 from three point range. The Hawks will need a stronger showing from Korver and Al Horford, who finished with just seven points, to secure a victory in Game 4. Brooklyn sustained its momentum from the strong start and managed to close out Atlanta to avoid an 0 - 3 start to the series. Three of Brooklyn's starters posted double - doubles, highlighted by Brook Lopez's 22 - point, 13 - rebound effort. Thaddeus Young also had a strong outing with 18 points and 11 rebounds. The Nets were also effective on the defensive end, forcing eight steals and 15 turnovers overall. Brooklyn has a chance to even the series at two games apiece Monday on its home floor.
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