The Hawks pulled out a thrilling 121–119 win over the Utah Jazz on Thursday night at State Farm Arena, sealing their fourth straight victory over Utah and continuing a stretch of basketball that’s starting to look very intentional. This one came down to execution, ball movement, and a whole lot of composure late.
Atlanta finished the night with 34 assists, marking the 34th game this season they’ve recorded 30 or more—tied for the most in the NBA. The ball didn’t stick. Everyone ate. And in a game that featured 22 lead changes and 13 ties, that unselfishness mattered.
At the center of it all was Jalen Johnson, who continues to stack nights that feel historic. Johnson posted 22 points, 16 rebounds, 15 assists, and two blocks in 39 minutes, notching his 10th triple-double of the season and his third straight. It’s the second time this year he’s rattled off at least three consecutive triple-doubles—something only one other player in the league has done this season.
The numbers don’t stop there. Johnson has now handed out five or more assists in 40 straight games, tied for the longest active streak in the NBA and the longest by a forward since LeBron James. According to ESPN Insights, he’s also just the seventh player since 1976–77 to record multiple career games with 20+ points, 15+ rebounds, and 15+ assists, joining names like Nikola Jokić, Luka Dončić, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Magic Johnson, Russell Westbrook, and Larry Bird. Casual company.
He wasn’t alone.
Jock Landale delivered one of the most complete performances of his career, tying a career high with 26 points on 10-of-14 shooting, including a career-best 5-of-8 from three. He added 11 rebounds, five assists, and four blocks, recording his eighth double-double of the season. Landale became just the second Hawk ever to post 20+ points, 10+ rebounds, and 5+ assists in his team debut, and his first-half burst—17 points—set the tone early.
Nickeil Alexander-Walker stayed hot with 23 points on 9-of-15 shooting, along with five assists and two steals, marking his 29th game this season with 20 or more points—a new career high. Corey Kispert gave Atlanta a lift off the bench, scoring 20 points on 7-of-9 shooting, while Dyson Daniels chipped in 11 points, six assists, and six rebounds, continuing his steady two-way presence.
Utah didn’t go quietly. Isaiah Collier logged a full 48 minutes, finishing with 25 points, 11 assists, and seven rebounds, while Ace Bailey added 20. The Jazz shot well enough to stay in it and pushed the pace, but Atlanta’s ability to score in the paint—76 points inside—and move the ball proved to be the difference.
The Hawks trailed entering the fourth quarter but closed strong, outscoring Utah 29–23 in the final frame. It wasn’t flashy. It was composed.
And lately, that’s been the theme.
Atlanta continues to show growth—not just in wins, but in how they’re winning. Trusting the pass. Trusting each other. And letting their young core lead the way.
Next up: The Hawks stay home to face the Charlotte Hornets on Saturday , February 7, with tipoff set for 7:30 p.m. at State Farm Arena.
