Jae Crowder’s four-point play with 23.4 seconds remaining in the game helped the Phoenix Suns repel visiting Atlanta’s second-half comeback bid and secure a 117-110 win over the Hawks on Tuesday.
Crowder scored 19 points and made five 3-pointers to prevent the Suns from blowing a 16-point advantage. The game was tied 105-105 with 3:09 remaining when the Suns outscored the Hawks 12-5 the rest of the way, with Crowder’s 3-pointer and field goal the clinching points.
The Suns have won three straight and six of their last seven games. The Hawks have lost two straight and four of their last five.
Jae Crowder's 4-point play seals it for the @Suns! pic.twitter.com/ezTe7nisoF
— NBA (@NBA) March 31, 2021
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