Young Scores 30, Okongwu Adds Career-High 28 as Hawks Open With 120–116 Win Over Nets

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (11) passes the ball during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Brooklyn Nets and Atlanta Hawks, Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2024, in Atlanta. AP Photo/Jason Allen

ATLANTA—Trae Young had 30 points, Onyeka Okongwu added a career-high 28 and the Atlanta Hawks opened the season with a 120-116 victory over the Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday night.

Young, who also had 12 assists, sealed it with a pair of free throws with two seconds remaining.