Atlanta Hawks

Hawks fall to Hornets despite 43 points from Jalen Johnson

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December 19, 2025

Dec 18, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Atlanta Hawks forward Jalen Johnson (1) looks to drive past Charlotte Hornets guard Brandon Miller (24) during the second half at the Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-Imagn Images

Jalen Johnson of the Atlanta Hawks is proving to be a superstar thanks to his level of play this season. He proved this even more on Thursday when he dropped 43 points, 11 rebounds, and nine assists against the Charlotte Hornets.

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43 POINTS
11 REBOUNDS
9 ASSISTS
16/27 FGM
39 MINUTES

SUPERSTAR. pic.twitter.com/LXDiqKM21F

— Hoop Central (@TheHoopCentral) December 19, 2025

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Despite Johnson’s great effort, the Hawks failed to secure the victory. Atlanta fell 133-126 to Charlotte, ruining Johnson’s stellar game.

As for the Hornets, they were led by LaMelo Ball, who nailed eight three-pointers, including seven in the first half, and Kon Knueppel. Each player scored 28 points.

About the Author Published Dec 19, 2025

TITAN FREY

Titan Frey is a dedicated father to three wonderful children, whom he takes immense pride in. His passions include reading, writing, basketball, both playing and watching, and playing chess. Titan spent five years working as a journalist for the basketball website fadeawayworld.net, where he served as editor-in-chief for four and a half years. One of his most notable achievements was interviewing Chuck Cooper III, the son of Chuck Cooper, the first African American ever drafted by an NBA team, and writing a biography that has been praised as the most definitive article about Cooper’s legacy. Titan is the author of more than ten novels and the screenwriter of three produced short films. His newest young adult novel, Echoes of the Hardwood: Braxton Foxworthy’s Time‑Travelling Book Report, blends basketball history with heartfelt storytelling and is now available. Order here: https://a.co/d/bo7BYz1