Hawks Defeat Wizards in NBA Cup Matchup

The Atlanta Hawks secured a 129-117 victory against the Washington Wizards, advancing to 2-0 in the NBA Cup, with Dyson Daniels leading with 25 points and six steals. Despite a strong performance from the Wizards' Kyle Kuzma, Jordan Poole, and rookie Alex Sarr, Washington suffered its seventh consecutive loss, bringing their record to 2-9. Trae Young returned from injury to contribute 18 points and nine assists, marking his 4,000th career assist with a notable play. The Hawks' defense was pivotal, especially in the second quarter where they outscored the Wizards 30-11. They continue to showcase strong defensive metrics, led by Daniels, who is averaging 3.6 steals per game, the highest in the league. The Wizards, despite their struggles, have shown prowess in three-point shooting and free throws, but their overall performance remains lackluster.