Key Takeaways:
- Jalen Johnson recorded a career-best triple-double with 31 points, 18 rebounds, 14 assists, and seven steals
- Atlanta Hawks set a franchise record with 15 three-pointers in the first half and finished with 24, the most by any NBA team this season
- Utah’s Lauri Markkanen led all scorers with 40 points while the Jazz fell to 4-8, still searching for consecutive wins
Hawks Secure Fourth Consecutive Win Despite Key Absences
On Thursday evening in Salt Lake City, the Atlanta Hawks overcame the Utah Jazz 132-122, led by a commanding all-round display from Jalen Johnson. The forward achieved new career highs with 31 points and 14 assists, adding 18 rebounds and seven steals to secure his third career triple-double.
The Hawks, now standing at 8-5, extended their winning streak to four despite the ongoing absence of Trae Young, who has been sidelined for two weeks due to an MCL sprain. The squad also played without Kristaps Porzingis, who was rested for this game.
The ONLY player in NBA HISTORY with this stat line.
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Record-Breaking Shooting Highlights Atlanta’s Depth
Atlanta’s offensive firepower was on full display, with the team knocking down 24 three-pointers – the highest total for any NBA team this season. The Hawks also set a new franchise milestone by sinking 15 triples in the first half on 25 attempts. Vit Krejci was a perfect 5-of-5 from long range in the opening half, later adding another in the second for a total of 20 points.
Onyeka Okongwu delivered a career-high performance, scoring 32 points and converting 8 of 14 attempts from beyond the arc after never having made more than four three-pointers in a single game previously.
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Three-pointers made | Steals |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jalen Johnson (Hawks) | 31 | 18 | 14 | 3 | 7 |
| Onyeka Okongwu (Hawks) | 32 | 7 | 2 | 8 | 1 |
| Vit Krejci (Hawks) | 20 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 2 |
| Lauri Markkanen (Jazz) | 40 | 9 | 3 | 7 | 0 |
| Ace Bailey (Jazz) | 21 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Keyonte George (Jazz) | 19 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 2 |
Jazz Fall Short Despite Markkanen’s 40-point Effort
Lauri Markkanen led the charge for Utah, finishing with 40 points on 15-for-25 shooting. Rookie Ace Bailey contributed 21 points for a personal best, while Keyonte George added 19. However, the Jazz, who now sit at 4-8, were unable to build on their recent form as they have yet to secure consecutive victories this season.
Although Atlanta led by as much as 18 points, the Jazz mounted a spirited comeback, briefly seizing a 106-103 advantage early in the fourth quarter following a three-pointer from Markkanen. Nevertheless, the Hawks responded with a decisive 8-0 run, featuring key steals by Jalen Johnson and Nickeil Alexander-Walker. Johnson sealed the series of plays with two free throws, pushing the score to 127-118 with 3:03 remaining.
Game Notes and Upcoming Fixtures
The Hawks compiled 36 assists on the night, continuing to find success by circulating the ball in the absence of a traditional, ball-dominant point guard. The encounter was momentarily halted for over 10 minutes due to repairs to one of the baskets by arena personnel.
Atlanta will conclude their four-game road trip at Phoenix on Sunday, while Utah will host Chicago on the same day.
