Overview
- Atlanta edged Philadelphia 120-117 as Jalen Johnson posted 12 points, 10 rebounds and 12 assists.
- He became the third player to record four consecutive triple-doubles before turning 24, joining Magic Johnson and Oscar Robertson, as noted by the NBA.
- Johnson now has six triple-doubles this season, with five coming this month.
- Trae Young remains out with an injury, giving Johnson a larger on-ball role and leadership mantle for the Hawks.
- Through 23 games before Sunday, Johnson averaged 23.2 points, 10.5 rebounds and 8.0 assists on improved shooting efficiency.