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On YouTubeAtlanta Hawks News / Last Word On Sports / January 24
Hawks All-Star Hopeful Cagey About 2026 Slam Dunk Contest
1990 was the last year that the Atlanta Hawks had a player who was an All-Star Game and All-Star Slam Dunk Contest participant in the same season. That
Jalen Johnson News / NBA Analysis Network / January 24
Jalen Johnson had 23 points and 18 rebounds as the Hawks continue building their post-Trae identity
The Atlanta Hawks beat the Phoenix Suns 110-103 on Friday night, and Jalen Johnson was the best player on the floor. Since trading Trae Young, Atlanta has been searching for a new identity.
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How many of the active NBA players to score 20 points in at least 200 games in their career can you name in seven minutes?
Atlanta Hawks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 24
Hawks’ Quin Snyder praises Jalen Johnson’s late-game execution: ‘I want everything’
ATLANTA, GA – You can call it a mini-slump. For a three-game stretch, Jalen Johnson hadn’t looked like the same player he did that had many people raving about him this season.
The 25 players with the most successful post-NBA careers
Most NBA players, no matter how successful, are out of the league before the end of their 30s, or even their 20s. That leaves a lot of life left to live, and a good handful of players have made the most of their professional lives after leaving the court.
NBA News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / January 23
Takeaways and Player Grades: Hawks Get Another Much-Needed Win Against the Phoenix Suns
After a much-needed win on Wednesday in Memphis, the Hawks came back home tonight to get another opportunity at another winning streak as they took on a Phoenix Suns team that had been on a three-game winning streak.
Jalen Johnson News / EasySportz / January 22
Hawks 124, Grizzlies 122 — Jalen Johnson Is the Future of the Atlanta Hawks
Wednesday night’s 124–122 win over Memphis wasn’t a breakout moment for Jalen Johnson — it was a continuation. Another chapter in what has quietly become one of the most important seasons in Atlanta Hawks history, as the franchise appears to have a future superstar firmly in place.
NBA News / Field Level Media / January 21
Jalen Johnson (32), Hawks edge Grizzlies to halt skid
Jalen Johnson had 32 points, 15 rebounds and eight assists to lead the visiting Atlanta Hawks to a 124-122 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday night.
NBA News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / January 21
The need for Grizzlies slow down Jalen Johnson against the Hawks
The Memphis Grizzlies have returned from their European tour with a 1-1 record and are looking to get the second half of the season started on a positive
Atlanta Hawks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 19
Hawks’ Jalen Johnson opens up on ‘growing pains’ with CJ McCollum
The Atlanta Hawks have looked different over the past two weeks due to the Trae Young trade, and they have two new contributors on the team. CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert came over from the Washington Wizards in the trade, and they are two players who have the tools to help the Hawks for the remainder of the season.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / January 19
NBA Notes: Bucks, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Hawks, Jalen Johnson, Cavs
This season has slid sideways fast in Milwaukee, and the backdrop is impossible to ignore, ESPN writes in its midseason report card. Giannis Antetokounmpo questions are back, whether the organization likes it or not.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / January 13
LeBron James Compares Hawks’ Jalen Johnson To Scottie Pippen
Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is in his 23rd season and is still going strong against the newer generation of players. It is remarkable to watch players who grew up watching James go toe-to-toe as he continues to play at an All-Star level at age 41.
Atlanta Hawks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 11
Hawks’ Jalen Johnson soars through air for thunderous dunk vs. Warriors
Jalen Johnson continues to soar for the Atlanta Hawks—literally and figuratively. The Hawks’ trading of Trae Young to the Washington Wizards signaled that Johnson is now the face of the franchise.
Atlanta Hawks News / Peachtree Hoops / January 9
New era Hawks strike gold against Nuggets, 110-87 
Atlanta was turning the page tonight a couple of days after trading Trae Young. This was now the Jalen Johnson era against the Denver Nuggets on Friday night.
Atlanta Hawks News / Stadium Rant / January 9
Is Jalen Johnson Capable Of Being The Face Of The Atlanta Hawks?
In the midst of Wednesday’s game against the New Orleans Pelicans, the Atlanta Hawks made a franchise-altering move. They traded Trae Young to the Washington Wizards, shifting the face of the franchise duties to young star Jalen Johnson for the time being.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / January 8
Trae Young gets traded to an Eastern Conference team in blockbuster move
Trae Young is officially en route to a new team.
NBA News / Field Level Media / January 3
Jalen Johnson-led Hawks set for 2-game visit to Toronto
The visiting Atlanta Hawks have a chance to break the Toronto Raptors' hold on them, and perhaps get even, starting Saturday night with the opener of a two-game set.
Atlanta Hawks News / Field Level Media / January 2
Jalen Johnson's triple-double sparks Hawks' win over Knicks
Jalen Johnson recorded a triple-double Friday night for the visiting Atlanta Hawks, who withstood a late rally by the New York Knicks to earn a 111-99 win.
Atlanta Hawks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 31
Hawks’ Jalen Johnson shares true feelings on big win before 2026
ATLANTA, GA – When a new year arrives, everyone wants to break old habits and create better ones that will set the tone moving forward. In all honesty, it’s good to break those habits before the new year arrives so you can come in with a fresh, clean slate.
Atlanta Hawks News / Field Level Media / December 31
Jalen Johnson excels as Hawks defeat Timberwolves
Jalen Johnson and Kristaps Porzingis both returned to the lineup and led the Atlanta Hawks to a 126-102 win over the visiting Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday to end their seven-game losing streak.
Atlanta Hawks News / Athlon Sports / December 28
Hawks Announce Unfortunate Jalen Johnson News on Sunday
Jalen Johnson has been the Atlanta Hawks' best player this 2025-26 season, averaging team-highs 23.7 points and 10.4 rebounds. The 24-year-old forward is also putting up 8.4 assists and 1.4 steals, both of which are the second-best marks on the team.
NBA News / Yardbarker / December 14
Jalen Johnson joins pair of legends by making history in Hawks' win
One way to become more of a household name is to make history and join legendary names. That's exactly what Jalen Johnson did during the Atlanta Hawks' 1201-117 win over the Philadelphia 76ers on Sunday night.
Atlanta Hawks News / Last Word On Sports / December 12
Why Jalen Johnson Being the Face of Hawks Makes Sense Now
Every franchise eventually has to answer a simple question: who really represents us? For the Atlanta Hawks, that answer has long been Trae Young, the All-Star guard whose shooting range, flair, and offensive load have defined the team’s identity.
Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / December 5
Jalen Johnson Makes Hawks History in The First Half vs Denver
There are not many stories better in the NBA right now than Hawks forward Jalen Johnson. Johnson has continued his ascent in the NBA and has emerged as a fringe MVP candidate in the first half of the season.
Atlanta Hawks News / SportsTalkATL / December 2
The future of the Atlanta Hawks runs through Jalen Johnson
Jalen Johnson is the type of player organizations dream about — the kind that didn’t really exist until about 20 years ago. A do-it-all, unicorn point-forward who shoots, handles, and passes like a guard while standing 6-foot-8.
Atlanta Hawks News / Yardbarker / November 14
Jalen Johnson's career-best play is exactly what the Hawks need
Atlanta Hawks small forward Jalen Johnson appears to be hitting his stride now in his fifth NBA season.
Atlanta Hawks News / Yardbarker / November 14
Hawks continue to thrive without Trae Young
The Atlanta Hawks made moves this summer to surround Young with more players who can defend and make threes. It turns out they don't need Young for the formula to work.
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