Hawks capture 10th straight win, end Magic's run at 7 games

Nickeil Alexander-Walker scores career-high 41 points in Atlanta's victory

Mar. 17, 2026 at 7:49am

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The Atlanta Hawks won their 10th consecutive game, defeating the visiting Orlando Magic 124-112 on Monday. Nickeil Alexander-Walker scored a career-high 41 points for the Hawks, who own the longest active winning streak in the NBA. The result ended Orlando's seven-game winning streak. Atlanta, 11-1 since the All-Star break, moved into a tie for eighth place in the Eastern Conference standings.

Why it matters

The Hawks' 10-game winning streak is their longest since the 2014-15 season and has helped them climb up the Eastern Conference standings. The victory over the Magic, who had been on a hot streak of their own, demonstrates the Hawks' current dominance and ability to take down top teams in the conference.

The details

Nickeil Alexander-Walker shot 12-for-22 from the floor, including a career-high 9 three-pointers, to lead the Hawks. Jalen Johnson earned a triple-double with 24 points, 15 rebounds and 13 assists. The Hawks took control of the game early, leading by as many as 29 points in the second half before the Magic made a late push to cut the deficit.

  • The Hawks' 10-game winning streak is their longest since the 2014-15 season.
  • The Hawks are 11-1 since the All-Star break.

The players

Nickeil Alexander-Walker

A Hawks guard who scored a career-high 41 points in the win, including 9 three-pointers.

Jalen Johnson

A Hawks forward who recorded a triple-double with 24 points, 15 rebounds and 13 assists.

Paolo Banchero

A Magic forward who had 18 points and 10 rebounds in the loss.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

The takeaway

The Hawks' 10-game winning streak has propelled them up the Eastern Conference standings, demonstrating their ability to take down top teams like the Magic. The performance of players like Nickeil Alexander-Walker and Jalen Johnson has been key to the Hawks' recent success.