nba Game Recap
Jazz Fall 124-97 Against Atlanta - Game Recap
The Hawks blew out Utah on Tuesday, running up the score in a 124-97 win at State Farm Arena.
Bettors who backed the Hawks were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -2.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 238.5.
Jalen Johnson had 22 points for Atlanta and De'Andre Hunter chipped in with 20 points. Dejounte Murray had 11 assists for the Hawks, while Jalen Johnson was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 13 boards.
The Jazz got a 22-point performance from Collin Sexton, who was supported by 14 points from Walker Kessler. Jordan Clarkson had 8 assists in a losing cause for Utah, while Walker Kessler grabbed 12 rebounds.
Atlanta led at halftime, 55-44.
Atlanta won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 55-43.
Atlanta heads into a battle against the Nets. Utah, meanwhile, will have their next action against Orlando.