Statistics
Hawks: Risa Xie scored 17 points with 4 three-pointers. Jalen went 3-for-12 for 7 points, 7 rebounds, 7 assists, and 5 turnovers. Porzingis contributed 22 points and 8 rebounds. Daniels added 11 points, 9 rebounds, and 7 assists. Okongwu hit 3 three-pointers for 20 points.
Wizards: McCollum 10 three-pointers, 46 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists; Middleton 10 points, 7 rebounds, 12 assists (tied career-high in assists); Sarr 27 points, 11 rebounds, 2 steals, 2 blocks; Kispert 4 three-pointers, 19 points; Carrington 10 points, 6 assists.
Star of the Game
McCollum exploded for 46 points and 10 three-pointers, tying the Wizards' franchise record for most three-pointers in a game previously held by Ariza, while setting personal season highs in both scoring and three-pointers made.
Game Recap
The Hawks entered this game on a two-game winning streak after defeating the Pelicans and Hornets. The Wizards, meanwhile, were mired in a 14-game losing streak, solidifying their position at the bottom of the league standings. Washington was without Johnson, Bagley, and George, while Atlanta was missing Trae Young. The Wizards opened the first quarter with consecutive three-pointers, jumping out to an 18-2 lead before extending their advantage to 31-8. The Wizards maintained their shooting efficiency, stretching their lead to 45-16, a 29-point advantage. Atlanta responded with a 7-0 run to close the gap, but the first quarter ended with Washington holding a 45-23 lead, a 22-point margin. The Hawks were held to 9-of-28 shooting, including a dismal 3-of-14 from three-point range, with Jalen Hill going scoreless on 0-of-4 attempts. In contrast, the Wizards shot 15-of-25 (60%) from the field, hitting an impressive 8-of-11 from beyond the arc. CJ McCollum led the way with 12 points on four threes, while Deni Avdija added 16 points on four three-pointers.
In the second quarter, the Wizards maintained a 59-37 lead for the first 4:41. The Hawks responded with a 9-0 run to cut the deficit to 13 points. Washington then went on a 10-2 run, scoring inside and out, to re-establish a 20+ point lead. Led by McCollum's 15 points and three three-pointers in the quarter, the Wizards continued to hold a 20+ point advantage. Both teams scored 32 points in the quarter, ending the first half with the Wizards leading 77-55. Through two quarters, Washington held a 13-7 edge in three-pointers. Atlanta had two players in double figures: Porzingis with 10 points and Okongwu with 15. Jalen and Rissett combined for 6 points on 2-for-9 shooting. Three Wizards players scored 15+ points: McCollum went 10-of-13 (7-of-8 from three) for 27 points, Kispert added 17, and Sarr contributed 15 points and 8 rebounds.
After halftime, the Wizards scored over 30 points in three consecutive quarters while holding the Hawks under 25 points for the second time in a quarter. The Wizards saw their lead trimmed to 86-68, but then scored from multiple points, especially with McCollum hitting two more threes in the quarter. Sar and Kispert also scored consecutively, allowing the Wizards to extend their lead back to over 30 points. The Wizards outscored the Hawks 34-23 in the quarter, ending the third with a 111-78 lead. Through three quarters, the Wizards led in three-pointers made 17-12. McCollum scored 33 points on 9 threes, while Sarr added 23 points and 10 rebounds, leading four Wizards in double figures. Okongwu scored 20 points for the Hawks, one of three Hawks in double figures, while Jalen Hill managed just 3 points, 7 rebounds, and 5 assists on 1-for-10 shooting.
Entering the fourth quarter with a commanding 33-point advantage, the Trail Blazers kept McCollum on the court. He poured in 40+ points, including his 10th three-pointer, helping Portland extend their lead to 120-87. The game's outcome was decided long before the final buzzer. The Hawks mounted a slight comeback but couldn't alter the outcome, sending the contest into garbage time early. Ultimately, the Wizards cruised to an easy victory over the Hawks, snapping the league's longest losing streak this season at 14 games.
Starting Lineups
Hawks: Rui Hachimura, Jalen, Kristaps Porzingis, Daniel, Walker
Wizards: Kispert, Diallo, Middleton, McCollum, Sarr
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