The Atlanta Hawks have secured a playoff berth with a dominating performance in the paint against the Seattle Storm. The Hawks were able to outscore the Storm in the paint by a whopping margin of 40-14, and that was the difference in the game.
The Hawks were led by forward Paul Millsap, who had a team-high 23 points and 10 rebounds. Millsap was able to take advantage of the Storm’s lack of size in the paint, as he was able to get to the rim and finish with ease. He also was able to draw fouls and get to the free throw line, which was key in helping the Hawks secure the victory.
The Hawks also got a big contribution from guard Dennis Schroder, who had 18 points and seven assists. Schroder was able to penetrate the defense and find open shooters on the perimeter, which helped the Hawks stretch the lead. He also was able to get into the paint and create opportunities for his teammates, which was a major factor in the Hawks’ success.
The Hawks were also able to get contributions from their bench players, as forward Mike Muscala had 12 points and seven rebounds off the bench. Muscala was able to provide energy and hustle plays that helped the Hawks secure the victory.
The Hawks’ win over the Storm was a great way to secure a playoff berth, and it shows that they are a team that can compete with the best teams in the league. The Hawks have a lot of talent on their roster, and if they can continue to play at this level, they could make some noise in the playoffs.
