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The biggest worry Washington Wizards before the game number three were injured John Walla. Injury referenced in the first meeting of this series, proved to be up to five mikrozłamaniami in his left wrist playmaker. It is not known whether Wall at all will return to play this season, but the club from the capital of the United States does not rule out also that can rip even in this confrontation.

Marcin Gortat was present on the court for 34 minutes. He threw seven times and hit six of his attempts from the game, took advantage of two free throws too. In total, he scored 14 points. Polish representative also had eight rebounds and three assists, was a leading advocate in this meeting – once intercepted the ball three times to block rivals. Filed on his account four fouls, but did not commit a single loss.

The item number “one” Ramon Sessions played, and his first serve does not bode anything good. It was after the loss (target application) Atlanta Hawks won their first points. In addition, in the second minute after attempting to defensive action on the dance floor lay Paul Pierce, a grimace on his face showed another medical problem in Wizards team.

Fortunately for Washington after a short absence “The Truth” returned to the game. Later, it was already much better, both with the game Sessions, health and disposition Pierce as Wizards as a whole. This quarter finished 28:18 in the lead for the first time during this confrontation Wizards had a double-digit lead over hawks.

In the second installment of the team of head coach Randy Wittman not only stabilized its leading position in the game, but also They enlarged point difference. Capital team was at times up to 18 “mesh” forward – at the halfway point reported to a preferred result 56:43.

The cool part was played Nene, the most disappointing basketball first two meetings. The Brazilian hit as inspired from beneath the basket and półdystansu. Example of it also took Marcin Gortat, who was at this stage of the competition flawless (four out of four deliveries customs throws). Polak also performed great work on the defensive and put valuable for colleagues curtains.

Hawks played correctly, but not response to the arguments were on the offensive Wizards. Projections for three performed Beal, comprehensive game Nene, as well as dynamic input Otto Porter Jr. meant that before the last installment was 85:66 for the Wizards.

Last 12 minutes for the Hawks started disastrously, because instead of decreasing the distance began to lose further points. Highest in the match advantage was 21 points (91:70). The best team in the Eastern Conference regular season but did not say the last word. After a series of point 17: 0 odrobili Hawks almost all the loss and lacked only three points to tie (91:94).

To play the remaining three minutes and disastrous period Wizards paused Bradley Beal, hitting the półdystansu. In the next possession being played by all the permitted 24 seconds to share the ball went to Gortat and a “Polish Hammer” won the crucial points of the hook to 98:93.

resident of Lodz made a big mistake a minute later. Dennis Schroder attacked the basket and the most correct decision in this case was not foul. Pole could not stand, however, tension and grabbed offense, Schroder hit not just throw of the game, but also awarded one free throw (99:96).

In less than half a minute before the final buzzer difference being only one point (99:98). The ball was on the side of the Wizards, and fouled Will Bynum hit both personal. It was, however, too little action in the chaotic Atlanta to kick for three reserve Mike Muscala came and took the opportunity to offset 101: 101.

The last word belonged to the locals. Wizards decided to give the ball into the hands of a specialist in difficult situations and decisive throws – Paul Pierce. Despite the close proximity of the three contenders Pierce attempted to flash and went straight to the final buzzer 103: 101.

The best race were the scorers Jeff Teague and Dennis Schroder with 18 points (both Atlanta Hawks).

Another battle between Washington Wizards and Atlanta Hawks will take place on the night of Monday to Tuesday (11-12 May).

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