Hawks Extend Winning Streak to 10, Alexander-Walker Scores Career-High 41

Atlanta Hawks defeat Orlando Magic 124-112 as Nickeil Alexander-Walker has a standout performance.

Mar. 17, 2026 at 4:15am

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The Atlanta Hawks extended their winning streak to 10 games with a 124-112 victory over the Orlando Magic on Monday. Nickeil Alexander-Walker led the Hawks with a career-high 41 points, including 9 three-pointers. Jalen Johnson recorded a triple-double with 24 points, 13 rebounds, and 13 assists. The Hawks jumped out to an early lead and maintained control throughout the game, despite a strong effort from the Magic's Paolo Banchero and Desmond Bane.

Why it matters

The Hawks' 10-game winning streak has helped them solidify their position in the Eastern Conference playoff race, moving them up to the 8th seed and a spot in the play-in tournament. Alexander-Walker's breakout performance is also significant, as the young guard continues to emerge as a key contributor for Atlanta.

The details

The Hawks soared to a 34-21 first-quarter lead and extended it to 67-50 at halftime. They outscored the Magic in the third quarter to take a 104-83 advantage into the fourth. Despite a late push from Orlando, the Hawks maintained a double-digit lead throughout the final period to secure the victory.

  • The Hawks' 10-game winning streak is their longest since the 2014-15 season.

The players

Nickeil Alexander-Walker

A 24-year-old guard for the Atlanta Hawks who scored a career-high 41 points in the win over the Magic.

Jalen Johnson

A 22-year-old forward for the Atlanta Hawks who recorded a triple-double with 24 points, 13 rebounds, and 13 assists.

Paolo Banchero

A 20-year-old forward for the Orlando Magic who finished with 18 points and 10 rebounds in the loss.

Desmond Bane

A 24-year-old guard for the Orlando Magic who also scored 18 points in the game.

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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

The takeaway

The Hawks' 10-game winning streak has them firmly in the Eastern Conference playoff picture, and Nickeil Alexander-Walker's career night was a key factor in the victory. The team continues to find ways to win and build momentum heading into the final stretch of the regular season.