US EditionJalen Johnson Excels as Hawks Defeat Timberwolves
Jalen Johnson posted 34 points, 10 rebounds, and six assists as the Hawks snapped a seven-game losing streak with a strong second-quarter surge and bench support.
- Wednesday, Jalen Johnson scored 34 points as the Atlanta Hawks defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 126 to 102, ending a seven-game skid.
- After a dominant second quarter, the Atlanta Hawks outscored the Minnesota Timberwolves 37-23 to lead 70-49 at halftime, bolstered by Kristaps Porzingis returning with 16 points in 17 minutes.
- Statistically, Atlanta controlled the game, with Jalen Johnson adding 10 rebounds and six assists to his 34 points, and the Hawks totaling 38 assists.
- Minnesota Timberwolves faces immediate questions after the loss as the team has now lost three of its last four games and Chris Finch, Minnesota Timberwolves coach, pulled all starters late.
- With Trae Young sidelined for his second consecutive game, Jalen Johnson started after missing one game, with 48 regular season games remaining.
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Kristaps Porzingis made his return to the floor Wednesday night after a 10-game absence due to illness. The Hawks center had missed 14 of his last 15 games overall before Wednesday’s return but showed little rust in his return, posting 16 points off the bench in just 17 minutes, helping the Hawks snap a seven-game losing streak with a blowout win over the Wolves.
Wolves fall to Hawks in 2025 calendar year finale
The Minnesota Timberwolves were crushed by the Atlanta Hawks 126-102 to wrap up the 2025 portion of the schedule. Atlanta jumped on Minnesota in the first half, outscoring the Wolves 70-49. Anthony Edwards paced the Pack with 30 points. Julius Randle added 19 points and seven rebounds. Johnny Juzang chipped in 10 points off the bench. Minnesota fell to a record of 21-13 on the season. The Wolves will continue the road trip on Saturday in Miami a…
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