Not only did Atlanta Hawks rookie John Collins show some grit defensively against Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Derrick Rose on Sunday, he also got buckets.

One notable basket was a dunk in the fourth quarter.

Collins played 24 minutes against the reigning Eastern Conference champs and recorded a double-double with 12 points and 13 rebounds.

Collins also dunked in the third quarter.

The Hawks (2-8) return to Philips Arena tonight to host the Boston Celtics at 7:30 p.m.

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