End of series for Atlanta! After 4 straight victories, the Hawks lost 139-120 in Denver. Clint Capela and his teammates were disarmed by the verve of Nikola Jokic.
On a great night, the Serbian pivot secured very early in the 3rd quarter the… 144th triple double of his career with 23 points, 17 rebounds and 15 assists. Trae Young’s 30 points were not enough for Atlanta to compete with Jokic’s efficiency.
Credited with playing time limited to 20′, Clint Capela did not have the easiest evening of his career against Jokic. The Genevan scored 4 points and grabbed 7 rebounds for a differential of -13. He undoubtedly hopes to deliver a more accomplished performance on Friday in Los Angeles against LeBron James’ Lakers.
A 6th success for Washington
This January 1st was much happier for Kyshawn George. Washington picked up its 6th victory of the season by beating Chicago 125-107.
Author of 9 points with a differential of +8, Kyshawn George made his contribution to this success, the largest of the season. He, in fact, sounded the charge in the 4th quarter with a 3-point basket followed by a dunk to allow his colors to lead 104-84.
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