Top Ten Atlanta Hawks Games of the 2016-17 Season: Honorable Mentions
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Atlanta Hawks @ Cleveland Cavaliers – April 7, 2017
Hawks win, 114-100
This was the by far the most surprising victory of the season.
The Hawks sat five starters for this game as they prioritized health in this early-April game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. In a game the Hawks had no business winning, the Hawks outworked and outgunned the Cavs. This win also clinched a tenth consecutive playoff berth for the Hawks.
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There’s a legit argument to made for this game going on the list. It was ultimately left off because the Hawks’ other two victories against the Cavs were much closer and more nail-biting. While this game was definitely satisfying and fun to watch, it lacked the suspense of the ten games that made the list. This game still deserves a mention.