Daily NBA Fix 12-27-13: Teague, Batum Save Hawks, Blazers

Game Capsules

Atlanta Hawks 127, CLEVELAND CAVALIERS 125 (2OT)

Dec 26, 2013; Cleveland, OH, USA; Atlanta Hawks point guard

(0) saves the ball from heading out of bounds during the third quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Quicken Loans Arena. The Hawks beat the Cavaliers 127-125. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

Teague Saves Hawks – Not only did Jeff Teague send the game into overtime, he hit the game winner, lifting the Hawks to a solid road victory. Teague scored 34 points on 14-of-24 shooting with 14 assists and three steals, with Al Horford adding 25 points before leaving with a shoulder injury. The Cavs got 40 points, nine rebounds and four assists from Kyrie Irving.

HOUSTON ROCKETS 100, Memphis Grizzlies 92

Living At The Line – James Harden is so good at getting to the basket and he put on a show Thursday night. Despite making just two field goals, Harden scored 27 points, because of his remarkable 22-of-25 from the free-throw line. Chandler Parsons added 15 points, 11 rebounds and five assists. The Grizzlies got 23 points, 17 rebounds and five assists from Zach Randolph.