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Hawks Boosted: Johnson & Risacher Return vs. Pacers
1 Feb
Summary
- Jalen Johnson and Zaccharie Risacher are back in the starting lineup.
- Hawks aim for fifth straight win against the Pacers.
- Atlanta ranks fifth in NBA history for assists through 50 games.
The Atlanta Hawks are set to face the Indiana Pacers tonight, bolstered by the return of Jalen Johnson and Zaccharie Risacher to the starting lineup. This game marks the third and final encounter between the two teams this 2025-26 season, with Atlanta having won the previous two matchups, averaging an impressive 130.0 points.
Dyson Daniels has been a standout performer against Indiana this season, averaging 20.0 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 7.5 assists. His overall performance this season includes career highs in rebounds and assists, making him the only player in the NBA with over 300 assists and under 100 turnovers.
The Hawks' offensive efficiency is underscored by their team assist total, which stands as the fifth-highest in NBA history through the first 50 games of a season. Complementing the team's playmaking, CJ McCollum continues to excel as a reserve, averaging 18.8 points off the bench, second among all NBA reserves since January 11.
Nickeil Alexander-Walker is also having a strong season, recently achieving his 27th 20-point performance and maintaining a career-best 41-game streak of making at least one three-pointer. His free-throw percentage is also at a career high.
