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Photo Credit: www.SFGATE.com

 

The Brooklyn Nets defeated the Golden State Warriors 102-98 for their fourth-straight win.  The Nets improved to 14-21 and is currently in 8th place in the Eastern Conference standings.  The Nets are finally in the playoff race after assembling an All-Star starting lineup that has struggled with chemistry issues on the court and injuries.  Joe Johnson led the Nets with 27 points and Star player Stephen Curry led the Warriors with 34 points and 7 assists.  Golden State is now 24-14 and the Nets ended their 10-game winning streak.

 

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The Atlanta Hawks ended their three-game losing streak to defeat the Indiana Pacers 97-87.  The Hawks improve to 19-17 and the Pacers are 28-7 with the best record in the NBA.  Kyle Korver led the Hawks with 17 points and the Hawks had five players in double-figures.  Star player Paul George led the Pacers with 28 points and 12 rebounds, both game-highs.  The Hawks started the game with a 12-0 lead and led by 25 points in the 3rd Quarter.  This was a big win for the Hawks since Star player Al Horford is out the remaining of the season due to injury.