Atlanta got just enough breaks to upset LA Clippers, 97-86. The pace of play was clearly dictated by LA Clippers, showing who was the better team. But Atlanta came up with the right plays at the right times to convert more scoring chances and come away with the win.

"We got our share of luck today," acknowledged Atlanta coach Bob. "They pretty much dictated the game but we were able to get the job done when it mattered. Moore really helped us out there; we couldn't have pulled it off without him."

Atlanta was led by Moore (12 points, 10 boards, 4 assists, 3 blocks), Wade (11 points, 10 boards, 0 assists, a steal, 2 blocks), Contreras (12 points, a steal). LA Clippers was led by Wood (12 points, 12 boards, 2 assists, 2 blocks), Wood (20 points, 6 boards, 0 assists, 2 blocks), Williams (12 points, 6 boards, 2 assists, a steal, 2 blocks).

Atlanta stand at 20-28 and 14-12 at home with this win. They hold at #4 in the Southeast and improve to #11 overall in the Eastern Conference. With the defeat, LA Clippers drop to 30-17. They remain at #1 in the Pacific and hold at #3 overall in the Western Conference.

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