Millsap's hot start lifts Atlanta Hawks over Orlando Magic, 95-88 - Gainesville Times

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Millsap's hot start lifts Atlanta Hawks over Orlando Magic, 95-88

Atlanta picks up third consecutive victory

Orlando Magic guard Victor Oladipo (5) tries for a shot between Atlanta Hawks forwards Paul Millsap (4) and Pero Antic (6) during the first half of a game on Friday in Atlanta. - photo by Todd Kirkland

0228 Hawks — Orlando Magic guard Victor Oladipo (5) tries for a shot between Atlanta Hawks forwards Paul Millsap (4) and Pero Antic (6) during the first half of a game on Friday in Atlanta. - photo by Todd Kirkland

ATLANTA — The Hawks led 19-3 about 3 minutes into the game and appeared headed toward an easy victory over the Magic. Instead, they had to do it the hard way. Paul Millsap scored 14 of his 20 points in the first quarter and Atlanta recovered after losing the early 16-point lead to beat Orlando 95-88 on Friday night.

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