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Warriors Dominate Hawks with a Defensive Showcase to top west

In what has been an impressive season so far, the six-time NBA Champion Golden State Warriors are finding a new rhythm despite losing one of their star players in the summer. Sportz Point brings you the key highlights from this victory.

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The Warriors' victory over the Atlanta Hawks improved their season record to 11-3, securing their spot as the top seed in the Western Conference. Meanwhile, the Hawks continue to struggle at Golden State's home court, with their last win there dating back to March 26, 2021, when they triumphed 124-108.

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Match Highlights

Golden State Warriors delivered an impressive 120-97 victory over the Atlanta Hawks, The Chase Center was buzzing as Andre Wiggins put up an impressive show for the crowd. The standout player of the game, he led the Golden State Warriors with 27 points, 7 rebounds, and 2 blocks.

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Stephen Curry contributed 23 points and 8 assists shooting 67% from the arc. The Warriors built a 25-point lead by halftime, effectively neutralizing the Hawks’ offensive threats, including Trae Young, who was limited to 12 points despite providing 11 assists.

Golden State capitalized on two significant scoring runs—17-0 in the first quarter and 20-5 in the third—showcasing their ability to maintain control throughout the game. Strong bench contributions enabled them to rotate efficiently and this produced enough points.

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While their defensive efforts held Atlanta to 97 points well below their season average all thanks to the stellar efforts of Draymond Green and Jackson Davis. The Hawks' issues were compounded by inefficient shooting and turnovers, which the Warriors exploited effectively to sustain their dominance.

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Final Score

Golden State Warriors- 120

Atlanta Hawks- 97

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