Jalen Johnson led the Atlanta Hawks (27-34) to a convincing 116-100 victory over the New York Knicks (36-26) on Tuesday night.
Johnson’s display was complemented by De’Andre Hunter’s 22 points off the bench and Dejounte Murray’s 21-point contribution.
Donte DiVincenzo paced the Knicks with 21 points, while Bojan Bogdanovic added 19 in a losing effort.
The Hawks capitalized on an early lead, dominating the Knicks from the outset and never relinquishing control throughout the game.
Despite a spirited comeback attempt by the Knicks, the Hawks maintained their composure, responding with crucial baskets to thwart any hopes of a New York resurgence.
Saddiq Bey (17 points, 9 rebounds) and Clint Capela (13 points, 9 rebounds) provided valuable contributions for the Hawks, ensuring a well-rounded team effort in securing the victory.
