The Hawks' 121-119 victory over the Jazz on February 5, 2026, was a thrilling affair. Nickeil Alexander-Walker's game-winning short jumper with 1.3 seconds left sealed the deal, contributing 23 points. Jock Landale, a newly acquired player, shone with a season-high 29 points, including a crucial 3-pointer with 45 seconds left. Landale's performance was impressive, with a career-high five 3-pointers, four blocks, and five assists. Jalen Johnson, on a triple-double streak, added 22 points, 16 rebounds, and 15 assists, bringing his season total to 10, second only to Nikola Jokic in the league. The Hawks' trade for Landale, who was part of an eight-player deal, adds depth to their roster. The Jazz, meanwhile, played eight players due to the absence of Keyonte George, who missed the game with a left ankle sprain. Ace Bailey's 3-pointer with nine seconds left tied the game, setting up Alexander-Walker's game-winning shot. The Jazz's Isaiah Collier, who had his number retired at Wheeler High School, played 48 minutes and contributed 25 points and 11 assists. Kyle Filipowski and Lauri Markkanen also had strong performances for the Jazz, who have lost 17 of 21 games. Cory Kispert, for the Hawks, scored 20 points, his highest since joining the team 12 games ago. The teams' upcoming schedules include the Jazz playing at Orlando and the Hawks hosting Charlotte on Saturday night.
