The Atlanta Hawks defeated the host Brooklyn Nets, 117 - 97, at Barclay's Center on Tuesday. These two teams came into this matchup on the opposite ends of six - game runs, as the Hawks added to their win streak, while the Nets continued their losing streak. Atlanta took care of business in the first half, carrying an 18 - point lead into the locker room. This was actually a wire - to - wire win for the Hawks, as they held a double - digit lead for the final 30 - plus minutes. Defense was key, as they held Brooklyn to 40 percent shooting, while forcing them to commit 17 turnovers. In addition, Atlanta recorded 11 steals and 12 blocks. The Hawks won the shooting, rebounding, assisting and turnover differentials in a dominant performance. Atlanta (22 - 16) has now won seven - straight games, as they continue to revive their season. Dennis Schroder was the catalyst, leading the team with 19 points and 10 assists. Dwight Howard recorded a double - double, totaling 14 points and 16 rebounds. Paul Millsap accumulated 14 points, eight rebounds, four assists and three blocks. Kris Humphries led the bench in scoring and rebounding, amassing 13 points and eight boards. The Hawks are off until Friday when they host the Boston Celtics for their next game. This gives Brooklyn (8 - 29) a seventh - straight loss, adding to their league - worst record. Brook Lopez led the team in scoring, dropping 20 points on 8 - of - 14 from the field. Bojan Bogdanovic was the team's best player, accruing 16 points, six rebounds and four assists. Rondae Hollis-Jefferson got his first start in over a month and contributed 10 points and seven rebounds. Sean Kilpatrick and Caris LeVert each scored in double figures off the bench. Brooklyn will host the New Orleans Pelicans on Thursday for their next game.
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