Heat snap four-game losing streak with 129-117 win over Hawks
Giannis Antetokounmpo recorded a double-double as Miami posted its first victory since the offseason trade from Milwaukee.
By Alina Carter ·
The Miami Heat defeated the Atlanta Hawks 129-117 on Wednesday night.
Giannis Antetokounmpo posted 24 points and 18 rebounds in his first game with Miami. The team lost its previous four outings following the offseason acquisition from Milwaukee.
Bam Adebayo contributed 24 points and nine rebounds. Andrew Wiggins scored 18 points, while Pelle Larsson added 17 points, eight assists, and six rebounds.
The Heat shot 53% from the field and scored 70 points in the paint. They established an early advantage, making 15 of their first 23 shots for a 34-25 lead in the first quarter.
The team maintained control through the second half. Tim Hardaway Jr. hit a three-pointer to extend the lead to 95-77 late in the third quarter. Hardaway finished with 14 points off the bench.
The Hawks dropped their third consecutive game after starting the season with two wins. Kingston Flemings and Nickeil Alexander-Walker each scored 23 points. Jalen Johnson finished with 12 points, 11 assists, and nine rebounds on 4-for-12 shooting.
Atlanta played the first game of a home back-to-back. Their Thursday matchup against Cleveland was delayed by one hour to allow the WNBA Finals Game 6 between Atlanta and Golden State to be played in the afternoon at State Farm Arena.
