Daniels Sets Hawks Steals Record; Hawks Beat Bucks

James Harden achieved a career-high seven steals in a recent game, marking his 12th performance this season with at least three steals. Meanwhile, Dyson Daniels of the Atlanta Hawks set a new franchise record with 213 steals this season, surpassing Mookie Blaylock's previous record. Daniels currently leads the NBA with an average of 3.1 steals per game, and his defensive prowess has made him a notable candidate for the Defensive Player of the Year award. Despite his impressive performance, the Hawks rank 18th in defensive rating, which may impact his chances for the award. The Hawks recently defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 145-124, with Daniels contributing 22 points and five steals to the victory. Atlanta's win snapped a two-game losing streak, while the Bucks have now lost four consecutive games.