ATLANTA — On Monday night, Trae Young showcased an impressive performance, contributing 12 points and 15 assists to secure his 15th double-double for the season, as the Atlanta Hawks triumphed over the struggling New Orleans Pelicans with a score of 124-112. This victory marked the Hawks’ fourth consecutive win.

De’Andre Hunter stood out by scoring a team-high 22 points, celebrating his 27th birthday in style. Meanwhile, CJ McCollum led the Pelicans, putting up 29 points, just one short of his season-best performance. Dejounte Murray, who received a warm welcome from the Atlanta crowd during his first game back since being traded last offseason, added seven points and 10 assists to the match.

The Pelicans, facing numerous challenges, hold a disappointing record of 4-18 and find themselves on a nine-game losing streak. Their road performance has been particularly concerning, with just one win in their last 12 away games this season. The team is currently grappling with significant injury concerns, notably missing star players Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram due to their lengthy injury lists.