Hawks vs Hornets Final Score: Atlanta Crushes Charlotte 128-81

Hawks vs Hornets Final Score: Atlanta Crushes Charlotte 128-81

The Atlanta Hawks turned Friday night into a highlight reel, destroying the Charlotte Hornets 128-81 at the Spectrum Center - a 47-point rout that ranks among the biggest blowouts of this young NBA season.

Atlanta took control early and never looked back, leading 68-43 by halftime. Jalen Johnson stuffed the stat sheet with 19 points, 7 rebounds, 8 assists and 3 steals in just 29 minutes, while Aaron Wiggins added 19 points with three 3-pointers off the bench. The Hawks shot 50.5% from the field and buried 18 threes, moving to a perfect 2-0.

Charlotte had no answers. The Hornets shot a miserable 34.5% from the field and 11-of-51 from deep, committing 25 turnovers. Naz Reid led Charlotte with 17 points and 6 rebounds, but it was never close - Atlanta's defense smothered every run before it started. The loss drops Charlotte to 1-1, while Atlanta's statement win has the league talking.

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