Whew that was a close one. The Hawks came into the night on a four-game losing streak, but they were able to take down the Memphis Grizzlies. Despite starting
The Hawks came into the night on a four-game losing streak, but they were able to take down the Memphis Grizzlies. Despite starting center Onyeka Okongwu fouling out of the game and Grizzlies PG Ja Morant nearly hitting a buzzer beater, the Hawks managed to survive.
Jan 21, 2026; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Atlanta Hawks head coach Quin Snyder reacts during the first quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images | Petre Thomas-Imagn Images The Hawks could not have short worse to start the game on Monday against the Bucks, going 0-21 at the beginning of the game. Tonight, the Hawks were not only much better to start, but they were able to maintain it throughout the game. The Hawks were 20-45 from three point range tonight and got big nights from Onyeka Okongwu and Luke Kennard, who hit four triples each. While they might not always hit them, you can bet that the Hawks are always going to get up their fair share of attempts. They had a good night from three and that was one of the main catalysts in the win.After an incredible second half against the Bucks, it did not carry over for Nickeil Alexander-Walker, who finished the night 3-11 from the field and 2-9 from three.Daniels is not known as an offensive savant, but he struggled mightily tonight. He finished the night 1-9 from the field, missing several shots at the rim, including having a breakaway transition bucket blocked from behind by Ja Morant. It should be encouraging that the Hawks' two starting guards can struggle like this and they still win, but they will need more out of them if they are going to save their season.After signing a two-way deal with the Hawks recently, Christian Koloko was able to make his Hawks debut tonight. He only saw 11:23 of game action , but he was solid around the rim and on defense. If Kristaps Porzingis continues to miss time, Koloko could see more action for the Hawks at the backup center spot.Jan 21, 2026; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker reacts during a timeout during the second quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images | Petre Thomas-Imagn ImagesA second straight game for Johnson where he dominated. Johnson had initially struggled after the Trae Young trade, but he was awesome tonight and this is the version of him that the Hawks need.Kennard was great off the bench tonight from the Hawks, despite being quiet in the second half. He had 16 points in the first half on 4-4 shooting from three. The Hawks needed a bounce back from behind the arc and Kennard led the way.McCollum had some rough possessions against Milwaukee on Monday, but was much better tonight. He made some clutch plays, including a three-point shot to put the Hawks ahead 122-118. He also had a big steal from Cedric Coward in the final minutes. He is still figuring out his role with the team, but this was a decent night for him.Okongwu was up and down tonight. He was huge from behind the three-point line, but foul trouble and seven turnovers keep this from being a higher grade.Jackson Caudell has been covering Georgia Tech Athletics For On SI since March 2022 and the Atlanta Hawks for On SI since October 2023. Jackson is also the co-host of the Bleav in Georgia Tech podcast and he loves to bring thoughtful analysis and comprehensive coverage to everything that he does. Find him on X @jacksoncaudellAtlanta Hawks vs Memphis Grizzlies: Game Preview, Injury Report, Projected Starting Lineups for Today's MatchupIs Ja Morant Playing Tonight? Heat vs. Hawks Prediction, Odds and Best NBA Prop Bets for Friday, Dec. 26
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