For the fourth straight game, the Hawks handled business on Wednesday to defeat yet another team that has proved to be a thorn in their side. The Hawks have struggled against the Hornets in the past but they showed that they’re a team in the midst of turning a corner.

The success comes as a result of the Rockets' drafting and development over the last few years since the James Harden era. Since 2020, the organization has consistently held lottery picks that they've used to build a successful rotation in 2025,