The Brooklyn Nets defeated the host Atlanta Hawks, 107 - 92, at Philips Arena on Sunday. Atlanta were expected to win this game easily, but when you're struggling, nothing is given. Brooklyn's defense really ratcheted up the intensity, holding the Hawks to 35 percent shooting from the field and 19 percent shooting from three - point range. In addition, Brooklyn recorded 13 steals and seven blocks, while forcing 20 turnovers from the Hawks. It was a dominating performance, with the Nets leading for the final three quarters, while holding a double - digit lead for over half of the game. Bench production was a huge factor as well, with Brooklyn winning that battle, 46 - 5. The Nets (16 - 57) have now won three of their last four games, as that marks one of their best stretches of the season. Brook Lopez led the way, as he tallied 23 points and seven rebounds. Jeremy Lin was n't far behind, accruing 19 points, four rebounds, eight assists and two steals. Rondae Hollis-Jefferson recorded a double - double, totaling 11 points and 13 rebounds. Spencer Dinwiddie was a nice spark off the bench, providing 10 points, two rebounds, four assists and two steals. Brooklyn will look to keep rolling on Tuesday against the Philadelphia 76ers. The Hawks (37 - 36) have now lost seven - straight games, as this is one of the worst defeats of the year, Dennis Schroder did all he could for Atlanta, as he led the team with 24 points, three rebounds, eight assists and two steals. Dwight Howard amassed 19 points and 16 rebounds. Taurean Prince started for Paul Millsap (knee) and accumulated 17 points, six rebounds and three steals. Ersan Ilyasova went just 3 - of - 14 from the field, but still contributed nine points and 18 rebounds. Tim Hardaway Jr. finished with 16 points, four rebounds, three assists and two steals. The Hawks will look to get out of this slide on Tuesday in a home matchup versus the struggling Phoenix Suns.
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