Hawks' Bogdan Bogdanovic shines with 38 points despite loss.

In Saturday's 122-113 loss to the Bucks, Bogdanovic notched 38 points (12-23 FG, 5-9 3Pt, 9-10 FT), 10 rebounds, four assists, and one steal over 37 minutes. Despite sinking only five shots from long range, Bogdanovic displayed scoring prowess with his mid-range shots and was efficient at the free-throw line, converting nine of 10 attempts. He also secured 10 rebounds, marking his first double-double of the season. Notably, he contributed 17 points in the fourth quarter, highlighting his impact in crucial moments of the game.

Currently positioned 10th in the Eastern Conference, the Hawks are fiercely contending for a place in the play-in tournament. A victory against the Bucks would have significantly bolstered their chances of distancing themselves from the Brooklyn Nets and securing their berth. With a record of 34-40 and a 5-5 standing in their last ten games, the team faces an uphill battle, ranked 28th in defensive rating. Nonetheless, their formidable offense, ranking in the top 10, has been instrumental throughout the season. Additionally, their prowess in offensive rebounding, securing the 2nd spot, has provided crucial advantages. However, the absence of Trae Young adds a layer of complexity to the Atlanta Hawks' playoff aspirations.

Bogdan Bogdanovic has his sights set on three Spanish teams in the EuroLeague Final Four.

Bogdan Bogdanovic has chosen Real Madrid, FC Barcelona, Baskonia Vitoria-Gasteiz, and Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul for the EuroLeague Final Four in Berlin. As a former EuroLeague champion himself in 2017, Bogdanovic quickly mentioned Real, Barca, and Fenerbahce. However, he hesitated for almost ten seconds before suggesting Baskonia as the final participant.


Real Madrid currently leads the EuroLeague comfortably with a 25-6 record, while Barcelona and Fenerbahce occupy spots in the Top 6, ensuring automatic entry into the playoffs. On the other hand, Baskonia sits in ninth place, likely heading for the play-in rounds.

Furthermore, Dallas Mavericks and former Real star Luka Doncic has already revealed his picks as Los Blancos, Olympiacos Piraeus, Fenerbahce, and Panathinaikos.

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