Atlanta Hawks vs. Minnesota Timberwolves: Trae Young Leads, Despite Loss on the Road
Atlanta lost 109-106 to Minnesota on the road after giving up a lead in the fourth quarter, with the Hawks unable to overcome Anthony Edwards and Rudy Gobert.
By the Numbers- The Hawks shot 41% from the field in the first half.
- Minnesota outscored Atlanta 31-20 in the second quarter.
The Hawks had a chance to win the game despite resting their starters in the fourth quarter.
State of Play- Atlanta is locked into the No. 10 seed in the Eastern Conference.
- Minnesota is vying for the top seed in the Western Conference.
- Hawks have one game left against the Pacers before the play-in tournament.
Atlanta faces the Bulls in the play-in tournament, with decisions on rest strategy for the final regular-season game against the Pacers.
Bottom LineDespite the loss to Minnesota, Atlanta's focus shifts to strategic player management for the upcoming play-in tournament against the Bulls.
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