Hawks forward Jalen Johnson posts triple-double average but shooting slump deepens
The gist
Hawks forward Jalen Johnson averaged 21.7 points, 10.0 rebounds and 10.0 assists through three games.
His all-around play keeps Atlanta competitive while his 5-for-23 three-point shooting raises questions.
How it unfolded
- Oct 23, 2026Johnson played for the Hawks against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina.
- Oct 24, 2026He had 26 points, 16 assists, nine rebounds and two steals in 38 minutes in a 121-114 loss to the Rockets, tying a career high in assists and posting game highs in scoring and assists.
- Oct 26, 2026He had 21 points, nine rebounds, three assists, two blocks and one steal in 36 minutes in a 120-110 loss to the Rockets.