All-Star break timely for feisty Hornets, revamped Hawks

The Atlanta Hawks and Charlotte Hornets might be in need of some time off, and they'll get just that after they meet Wednesday night in Charlotte.

It will be the final game for both teams prior to the eight-day All-Star break, but there's plenty to digest before tip-off.

The Hornets had a nine-game winning streak end in Monday's fight-marred loss to the visiting Detroit Pistons. Two players from each team were ejected, including Moussa Diabate and Miles Bridges from the Hornets.

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