Hawks' Jalen Johnson Named Eastern Conference Player of the Week

This is the second time this season the All-Star forward has earned the weekly honor.

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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Ahead of the Hawks' matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves, Atlanta forward Jalen Johnson has been named the NBA Eastern Conference Player of the Week for games played from February 2 through February 8. This is the second time this season Johnson has received the league's weekly award.

Why it matters

Johnson's latest honor further recognizes his standout season, as he continues to establish himself as one of the NBA's elite players. The 2026 All-Star is putting up career-best numbers and has already recorded 10 triple-doubles this season, the most in Hawks franchise history.

The details

In three games this past week, Johnson averaged 27.3 points, 12.0 rebounds, 11.3 assists and 1.0 steal per game, leading the Eastern Conference in assists per game and ranking tied for second in rebounds per game and third in points per game. He had two triple-doubles during the week, including a 29-point, 11-rebound, 11-assist performance in a win over the Miami Heat and a 22-point, 16-rebound, 15-assist game against the Utah Jazz.

  • Johnson was named Eastern Conference Player of the Week for games played from February 2 through February 8, 2026.
  • This is the second time this season Johnson has received the league's weekly honor (the first was in November).

The players

Jalen Johnson

A fifth-year forward for the Atlanta Hawks who is having a career-best season, averaging 23.4 points, 10.6 rebounds and 8.2 assists per game. He was selected as a 2026 NBA All-Star and will also participate in the Kia Shooting Stars competition during NBA All-Star Saturday.

Nikola Jokic

The Denver Nuggets center is the only other player in the NBA this season averaging at least 23.0 points, 10.0 rebounds and 8.0 assists per game, joining Johnson.

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What’s next

Johnson will look to continue his strong play when the Hawks take on the Minnesota Timberwolves on February 9.

The takeaway

Johnson's latest Player of the Week honor is a testament to his breakout season, as he has established himself as one of the NBA's premier all-around players. His ability to stuff the stat sheet and lead the Hawks to wins has put him in the conversation as one of the league's elite talents.