Collier's 25 points weren't enough to save the Hawks from a narrow 121-119 victory over the Jazz.
2026-02-06 05:12

February 6th - The Hawks narrowly defeated the Jazz 121-119. Johnson recorded a spectacular triple-double with 22 points , 16 rebounds, and 15 assists, becoming the team's top contributor to the victory. For the Jazz, Collier contributed a near triple-double with 25 points, 7 rebounds, and 11 assists, but the Hawks still suffered a heartbreaking loss.
In the first quarter, Jazz center Filippovsky scored 10 points and hit two three-pointers, helping his team gain a slight advantage in the offensive exchange. The Hawks responded with consistent teamwork, trailing by only one point at the end of the first quarter, 30-31 . In the second quarter, the Jazz gradually built a double-digit lead through outside shooting and drives to the basket. In the crucial moments, Landale scored 11 points in the quarter, including three three-pointers. At halftime, the Hawks led 61-60 .
After switching sides, the Hawks extended their lead to 5 points. However, the Jazz took a 6- point lead thanks to consecutive scores from Bailey . The Hawks, on the other hand, relied on Johnson's assists to keep the score close. After three quarters, the Jazz maintained a slight advantage of 96-92 . In the final quarter, Johnson grabbed several key rebounds and dished out assists, while Landale and Walker capitalized on outside opportunities to score steadily. Although the Jazz fought back tenaciously in the final moments, they were unable to complete the comeback. Ultimately, the Hawks narrowly defeated the Jazz 121-119.
Jazz player statistics
Collier 25 points, 7 rebounds, 11 assists; Bailey 20 points, 6 rebounds , 1 assist; Markkanen 18 points , 5 rebounds , 1 assist; Sensab 18 points , 4 rebounds, 2 assists; Flipovski 15 points, 17 rebounds , 1 assist; Mykhailiuk 14 points , 4 rebounds; Williams 5 points , 4 rebounds , 2 assists; Sibwe 4 points, 2 rebounds , 1 assist
Hawks player statistics
Landale 26 points, 11 rebounds, 5 assists; Walker 23 points , 2 rebounds , 5 assists; Johnson 22 points , 16 rebounds, 15 assists; Keith Pert 20 points , 2 rebounds; Daniels 11 points, 6 rebounds , 6 assists; Newell 9 points , 3 rebounds; McCollum 8 points , 3 assists; Gay 2 points, 4 rebounds; Lisashe 6 rebounds
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