The Atlanta Hawks faced their first loss of the season against the Oklahoma City Thunder, falling 128-104. Despite leading at halftime, a strong fourth quarter from the Thunder sealed the Hawks' fate. Now, Atlanta prepares to host the Washington Wizards, a matchup that features the top two picks from the 2024 Draft, Zacharrie Risacher and Alex Sarr.

With injuries affecting their lineup, including the absence of Bogdan Bogdanovic and De'Andre Hunter, the Hawks must navigate the back-to-back challenge. Trae Young is expected to have a favorable matchup against the Wizards' defense, while Dyson Daniels will likely guard Jordan Poole. The Hawks aim to bounce back and improve their performance, particularly in managing turnovers.