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Why Hawks’ Jalen Johnson was feeling his shot in huge win over Nets

ATLANTA – The Atlanta Hawks just came off a game against the Washington Wizards the night before, where their defense wasn’t the best, but they still walked away with the win. In the first quarter against the Brooklyn Nets, that…

Published: Sunday, 8 November 2026 at 6:33 AM
Why Hawks’ Jalen Johnson was feeling his shot in huge win over Nets
Key Things to Know
  • Jalen Johnson scored a game-high 30 points by attacking the rim and trusting his mid-range shot.
  • The Atlanta Hawks overcame a 17-point deficit to defeat the Brooklyn Nets 124-121.
  • Aaron Wiggins scored 20 points off the bench, delivering 12 points in the fourth quarter.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Jalen Johnson returned from a three-game injury absence to score a game-high 30 points, leading the Atlanta Hawks to a 124-121 comeback win over the Brooklyn Nets. Despite shooting 0-for-5 from three-point range, Johnson credited trusting his mid-range shot, attacking the rim, and relying on his teammates to generate scoring opportunities.

Atlanta overcame an early 17-point deficit after conceding 70 first-half points, tightening up defensively to limit Brooklyn to 51 in the second half. Aaron Wiggins provided 20 points off the bench, including 12 in the fourth quarter, while head coach Quin Snyder praised Johnson's off-ball movement and aggressive decision-making.

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