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Jalen Johnson scores 30 as Hawks overcome Nets at home

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 8, 2026, 7:33 AM

Last updated Nov 8, 2026

Jalen Johnson scores 30 as Hawks overcome Nets at home

Summary

Jalen Johnson scored a game-high 30 points as the Atlanta Hawks recovered from an early 17-point deficit to defeat the Brooklyn Nets 124-121 at home on November 8, 2026. After struggling defensively, allowing 70 points in the first half, the Hawks improved in the second half, limiting the Nets to 51 points. Johnson, who returned from injury, and Aaron Wiggins, who added 20 points, played crucial roles in the Hawks' late-game push. Hawks head coach Quin Snyder emphasized the importance of both offensive and defensive execution to build the team's identity moving forward.

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•Hawks trailed by 17 points early in the game.
•Wiggins contributed 12 of his 20 points in the fourth quarter.
•Hawks limited Nets to 51 points in the second half.
•Johnson returned after missing three games due to injury.
•Snyder highlighted the need for good defensive efforts.

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7:33 AMYahoo Sports — Why Hawks’ Jalen Johnson was feeling his shot in huge win over Nets

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ATLANTA – The Atlanta Hawks just came off a game against the Washington Wizards the night before, where their defense wasn’t the best, but they still walked away with the win. In the first quarter against the Brooklyn Nets, that trend may have continued, and it led them into a 17-point deficit early. It didn’t last for long, as they were able to […] The post Why Hawks’ Jalen Johnson was feeling his shot in huge win over Nets appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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