Cam Reddish went off for a career-high in Hawks’ loss to the Nets

Reddish took the place of De’Andre Hunter in the starting lineup and turned in his first game with at least 20 points on Wednesday.

Atlanta Hawks first-round pick Cam Reddish scored a career-high 25 points and six rebounds on Wednesday night during a 130-118 home loss to the Brooklyn Nets.

Reddish finished by shooting 10-of-16 from the field, including a career-high four 3-pointers, in 37 minutes of work in place of rookie teammate De’Andre Hunter, who missed the game due to a dislocated right index finger.

The performance was his first game scoring at least 20 points this season, topping his previous high of 17 points on Nov. 20 against the Milwaukee Bucks.

The 10th overall pick has had an up-and-down season for the Hawks and has gone back and forth between starting and coming off of the bench. On Wednesday, though, Reddish showed his potential with his ability to drive the floor and finish after converting a number of tough attempts near the basket.

While the Hawks lost, Reddish going off for a career night was certainly a bright spot for the team after struggling with consistency this season. Reddish will be looking to put together more complete performances and will have the chance to do so next on Sunday against the Charlotte Hornets.

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