Thrilling NBA Overtime: Dejounte Murray's Last-Second Heroics Propel Atlanta Hawks Past Boston Celtics.

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In a thrilling overtime showdown, Dejounte Murray emerged as the hero for the Atlanta Hawks, sinking a clutch shot in the game's final second to secure a nail-biting 123-122 victory over the Boston Celtics.

His timely basket propelled the Hawks to a hard-fought win, showcasing Murray's ability to perform under pressure and deliver when it matters most on the basketball court.

Dejounte Murray, aged 27, had a remarkable performance by scoring a career-best 44 points during the game, with an incredible display of skill that included netting all 11 points for the Hawks during the overtime period at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia.

This victory adds to the Hawks' recent successes, as they previously triumphed over the Celtics on Monday, overcoming a massive 30-point deficit to secure a thrilling 120-118 win.

Despite the Celtics' status as the leaders of the Eastern Conference, the Hawks currently occupy the 10th spot, showcasing their resilience and ability to compete against the top teams in the league.

Murray expressed admiration for the Celtics, acknowledging them as the top team in the league while highlighting the Hawks' competitive spirit.

Before their recent losses to Atlanta, Boston had been on an impressive nine-game winning streak. Despite these defeats, the Celtics have secured their spot in the playoffs as the top seed in the Eastern Conference.

In other NBA action, the New Orleans Pelicans secured a 107-100 victory against the Milwaukee Bucks at the Smoothie King Center.

Zion Williamson led the Pelicans with 28 points, supported by CJ McCollum's 25 points, while Giannis Antetokounmpo stood out for the Bucks with a game-high 35 points.