Atlanta Hawks defeated Cleveland Cavaliers 130-123 on November 28, 2025, in an NBA Cup Group Play matchup. The Hawks pulled ahead with a strong third quarter, outscoring the Cavs 37-28. Cleveland fought back in the fourth but fell short.
| Quarter | CLE | ATL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 23 | 33 |
| 2 | 39 | 27 |
| 3 | 28 | 37 |
| 4 | 33 | 33 |
| Total | 123 | 130 |
Cleveland shot 46% from the field (44-95), 44% from three (17-39), and 90% from the line (18-20). They grabbed 48 rebounds, dished 29 assists, but committed 17 turnovers.
Top Performers:
The Hawks connected on 53% of field goals (48-91), 37% from deep (16-43), and 69% free throws (18-26). They had 38 rebounds and 36 assists with fewer turnovers at 12.
Top Performers:
Jalen Johnson's triple-double powered the Hawks to victory over the Cavaliers in this NBA Cup game.
Author's Summary: Atlanta Hawks edged Cleveland Cavaliers 130-123 in a thrilling NBA Cup clash on Nov 28, 2025, boosted by sharp shooting and key plays from Jalen Johnson, while the Cavs showed grit but faltered late. (148 characters)