Trae Young and Vit Krejci (Images Credit: X/@Atlanta Hawks)
The Atlanta Hawks kicked off their preseason with a 131-130 win against the Indiana Pacers on Tuesday night at the State Farm Arena. Both teams delivered a nail-biting performance, highlighted by the participation of All-Stars Trae Young for the Hawks and Tyrese Haliburton for the Pacers.

While Young put up a solid performance on the court, it was his hilarious reaction on the sidelines that captured fans’ attention. During the game, Hawks guard Vit Krejci delivered a stunning one-handed, half-court assist to his teammate, Kobe Bufkin.

Bufkin made no mistake in finishing the play, securing the points with ease. However, what really stole the show was Young’s reaction from the bench. Cameras caught the star point guard’s over-the-top reaction to Krejci’s pass, displaying his excitement and energy even while off the court.

Trae Young And Emerging Hawks’ Talent Set The Tone In Preseason Thriller

The Hawks’ victory provided a glimpse of the team’s potential for the upcoming season, with standout performances from both seasoned players and rising stars. Trae Young played a key role in the game, logging 21 minutes on the court. He finished as the Hawks’ third-highest scorer with 17 points, adding six assists to his tally.

Jalen Johnson was the standout player of the night, delivering a stellar double-double. He contributed 19 points and 10 rebounds, helping secure the win for Atlanta. Atalanta’s first overall pick, Zaccharie Risacher, also made his mark with a solid performance. He recorded 18 points, two rebounds, and three assists.

 

On the Pacers’ side, Pascal Siakam contributed 15 points, while Quenton Jackson added 13 points, and Cole Swider chipped in with 12. Tyrese Haliburton put up eight points, two rebounds, and four assists, leading the way for Indiana despite the close loss.