"For the first time since Dec. 29, all hands were on deck for the Hawks. Forward Marvin Williams returned from an 11-game absence because of a back contusion. Forward Al Horford came back from missing two games for a sprained ankle, and backup forward Josh Powell was on the bench after a one-game suspension.

Williams was ready to go after being out for about 3 1/2 weeks.

Without anything to do but rehab, "I was miserable," Williams said. "I feel bad for my cousin and my brother because they had to put up with me."

Horford, back after missing his first two games of the season, likewise was ready to return."