Trae Young’s Stunning Buzzer-Beater Secures Hawks Victory

Trae Young hits a buzzer-beater to win the game.

Trae Young delivered one of the season’s most electrifying moments as the Atlanta Hawks edged the Utah Jazz 124-121 in a thrilling NBA contest at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City. With just four seconds left on the clock, Collin Sexton’s three-pointer tied the game at 121-121, seemingly pushing it into overtime.

However, Young stunned the home crowd with a spectacular half-court buzzer-beater to seal the win for Atlanta. Young ended the game with 24 points, including 10 in the fourth quarter, and a career-high 20 assists. Lauri Markkanen was outstanding for the Jazz, matching his season-high with 35 points in a valiant but unsuccessful effort.

The Boston Celtics continued their strong run in Denver with a convincing 118-106 win over the reigning champions, the Denver Nuggets. Jayson Tatum was the standout performer, leading the Celtics with 29 points, while Kristaps Porziņģis added 25 points in a dominant display. Boston’s well-rounded performance solidified the team’s position as second in the Eastern Conference. Russell Westbrook led the charge with 26 points and nine rebounds for Denver, but the team struggled to counter Boston’s relentless pace and precision.

The Dallas Mavericks cracked their five-game losing streak with an emphatic 118-97 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers. Quentin Grimes stepped up for Dallas, coming off the bench to contribute 23 points and nine rebounds without Luka Dončić and Kyrie Irving, both injured. Anthony Davis and LeBron James combined for 39 points for the Lakers, but the defeat saw Los Angeles slip to sixth place in the Western Conference, trailing the resurgent Mavericks.

Zion Williamson‘s return from injury was a bittersweet affair as the New Orleans Pelicans fell 104-97 to the Minnesota Timberwolves. Playing his first game after missing 27 due to a hamstring injury, Williamson scored 22 points, showcasing his talent despite the layoff. However, Anthony Edwards stole the show for Minnesota with a game-high 32 points, steering his team to a hard-fought victory and adding to the Pelicans’ recent struggles.

The Charlotte Hornets finally ended their 10-game losing streak with a 115-104 triumph over the Phoenix Suns, giving the team a much-needed morale boost. Meanwhile, Nikola Jović led the Miami Heat to a 114-98 win over the Golden State Warriors in San Francisco, contributing 20 points. The Houston Rockets rounded off the night with a commanding 135-112 win over the Washington Wizards, delivering a high-powered offensive performance that left the Wizards reeling.

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This unforgettable night of basketball showcased the league’s talent and intensity, with Trae Young’s stunning buzzer-beater standing out as a defining moment. From dramatic finishes to standout individual performances, fans were treated to the best of the NBA.