Hawks hit 10‑game streak
Atlanta extended its win streak to 10 games with a 124–112 victory over the Orlando Magic — a run that's reshaping their late‑season seeding hopes and peaking at the right time for the playoff push game update.
Nickeil Alexander‑Walker erupted for a career‑high 41 points, hitting nine 3‑pointers (9‑for‑15) and adding seven rebounds, five assists and two steals. (sports.yahoo.com) Jalen Johnson posted a 24‑point, 15‑rebound, 13‑assist triple‑double — his 13th of the season and his second straight — according to the game recap. (espn.com) Atlanta improved to 38‑31 on the season and reclaimed the No. 8 spot in the Eastern Conference, moving Philadelphia down in the standings. (espn.com) The Hawks have gone 11‑1 since the All‑Star break, a tear noted by multiple outlets that has vaulted them into the play‑in conversation. (sportstar.thehindu.com) A decisive third quarter saw Atlanta score 23 points in the first 5:12 of the period and 37 total in the third, creating a 104‑83 lead entering the fourth. (nba.com) Orlando’s short run was halted despite Paolo Banchero finishing with 18 points and 10 rebounds and Desmond Bane adding 18, with the Magic also missing Anthony Black, Jonathan Isaac and Franz Wagner due to injury management. (espn.com) The schedule turns quick: Atlanta heads to Dallas next while Orlando returns home to host Oklahoma City on Tuesday, per the official game notes. (espn.com)
