Atlanta Defeats Charlotte 102-96 - Recap

Atlanta Defeats Charlotte 102-96 - Recap

The Hawks got a 23-point performance from Josh Smith, who added 13 rebounds as Atlanta ran past Charlotte 102-96 on Friday at Time Warner Cable Arena.

Atlanta was a favorite by 1.5 points and came through with an ATS victory for bettors. The game went OVER the consensus closing total of 184.5.

Marvin Williams had 15 points for Atlanta and Al Horford chipped in with 15 points. Jeff Teague had 9 assists for the Hawks, while Josh Smith was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 13 boards.

The Bobcats got a 21-point performance from D.J. Augustin, who was supported by 19 points from Kemba Walker. D.J. Augustin had 12 assists in a losing cause for Charlotte, while Boris Diaw grabbed 9 rebounds.

Atlanta led at halftime, 43-38.

Atlanta won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 46-43.

Atlanta looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Bulls. The Bobcats will aim to get back on the winning track at Indiana.