Jalen Johnson Leads Hawks' Streak
Jalen Johnson's 27 points led the Atlanta Hawks to their seventh straight win, defeating the Mavericks 124-112 Atlanta Journal-Constitution, now boasting the NBA's longest active winning streak CBS Sports.
Johnson was just three assists shy of a triple-double, also grabbing 16 rebounds in the victory. His performance continues a stellar stretch, averaging 21.3 points, 9.5 rebounds, and 4.3 assists over his last ten games. The Hawks' victory was fueled by strong performances beyond Johnson, with Bogdan Bogdanovic contributing 20 points and Dejounte Murray adding 18. Atlanta shot 52.9% from the field as a team, showcasing their offensive efficiency. Luka Doncic led the Mavericks with 39 points, but Dallas couldn't contain Atlanta's balanced attack. The Mavericks struggled defensively, allowing the Hawks to consistently find open looks.
