In a basketball game brimming with drama and breathtaking moments, Atlanta Hawks star Trae Young delivered an unforgettable buzzer-beater to secure a 124-121 victory over the Utah Jazz on Tuesday night. With just 2.9 seconds left on the clock and the score tied at 121-121 following a clutch three-pointer by Collin Sexton, Young launched a jaw-dropping 50-foot shot from beyond halfcourt, stunning the crowd and lifting the Hawks to an electrifying win.
Despite a challenging night from beyond the arc—hitting only two of his nine three-point attempts before the buzzer-beater—Young’s incredible shot showcased his unwavering confidence. “When there’s time left, I always feel like we can score,” Young said, reflecting on his late-game heroics. “I knew I had enough time to dribble closer to halfcourt, so I used my legs, put air under the ball, and made sure it had a chance.”
Young’s stat line was as impressive as his final shot, finishing with 24 points, a career-highlight 20 assists, and only two turnovers. His playmaking enabled seven Hawks players to score in double digits, including Clint Capela with 18 points and De’Andre Hunter with 17. Young’s precision and court vision drew praise from Hawks coach Quin Snyder, who commended his ability to balance scoring and distributing.
The Hawks initially dominated the game, surging to a 14-point lead in the first quarter and extending it to 16 in the second. However, the Jazz, led by Lauri Markkanen’s stellar 35-point performance, stormed back to turn the game into a nail-biter during the second half. Markkanen’s eight three-pointers kept Utah in contention, but it wasn’t enough to overcome Young’s heroics.
Young scored 10 of his 24 points in the fourth quarter, including two critical three-pointers, demonstrating his clutch capabilities. His incredible shot not only ended the Hawks’ three-game losing streak but also energized the team, which now holds the No. 7 spot in the Eastern Conference standings with a 19-18 record.
For the Jazz, the loss highlighted their ongoing struggles as they dropped to 9-26, sitting near the bottom of the Western Conference. Meanwhile, the Hawks hope to carry their momentum into their next game against the Phoenix Suns.
Trae Young’s teammates mobbed him in celebration after his buzzer-beater, a moment that perfectly encapsulated the energy and unpredictability of an unforgettable night in Salt Lake City.