Jalen Johnson scores 30 points in his return as Hawks make 4th-quarter charge to beat Nets 124-121
Atlanta Hawks secured a thrilling victory over the Brooklyn Nets with a final score of 124-121 on Saturday night at home. Jalen Johnson emerged as the star performer for Atlanta, tallying 30 points in his return to the court after missing three games due to a left ankle sprain.
Nickeil Alexander-Walker played a crucial role by securing two free throws with 1:26 left in the game, giving Atlanta its first lead. The Hawks bounced back from a significant early deficit, which saw them trailing by 17 points in the first quarter. Alexander-Walker and Aaron Wiggins each contributed with 20 points, leading the Hawks to a remarkable fourth consecutive win.
Brooklyn Nets struggled to secure back-to-back victories for the first time this season. Michael Porter Jr. scored 25 points, while Nolan Traore added 19 points, including a season-high performance. Julius Randle contributed 19 points for Brooklyn. Danny Wolf hit a crucial 3-pointer with 1.5 seconds remaining, reducing the lead to two points. Onyeka Okongwu sealed the win with two free throws.
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