Hawks Reach 3,000 Franchise Wins in Victory Over 76ers

Atlanta becomes just the sixth NBA team to hit the historic milestone.

Published on Mar. 8, 2026

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The Atlanta Hawks defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 125-116 on Saturday night, marking the franchise's 3,000th career win. Atlanta is just the sixth team in NBA history to reach this historic milestone, joining an elite group of teams that have achieved this feat over their lifetime.

Why it matters

Reaching 3,000 franchise wins is an incredible accomplishment that speaks to the Hawks' sustained success and longevity as an NBA franchise. Joining only five other teams to hit this mark cements Atlanta's place among the league's most storied and accomplished franchises.

The details

The Hawks overcame a slow start, trailing 38-28 after the first quarter, but took control in the second half by outscoring the 76ers 59-43. Five Hawks players scored in double figures, led by Jalen Johnson's 35 points, 10 rebounds, 7 assists and 2 steals. Nickeil Alexander-Walker added 24 points and 6 assists, while CJ McCollum (17 points, 7 assists) and Dyson Daniels (15 points, 9 rebounds) also made key contributions.

  • The Hawks' 3,000th franchise win came on Saturday, March 8, 2026.
  • The Hawks have been an active NBA franchise for 77 seasons since their inaugural campaign in 1949.

The players

Jalen Johnson

A Hawks forward who led the team with 35 points, 10 rebounds, 7 assists and 2 steals in the historic win.

Nickeil Alexander-Walker

A Hawks guard who scored 24 points and dished out 6 assists in the victory.

CJ McCollum

A Hawks guard who contributed 17 points and 7 assists in the win.

Dyson Daniels

A Hawks guard/forward who put up 15 points and 9 rebounds in the game.

Onyeka Okongwu

A Hawks center who added 10 points and 6 rebounds in the historic win.

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What’s next

The Hawks will look to build on this historic win when they host the Dallas Mavericks on March 10 at 7:30 p.m. ET.

The takeaway

Reaching 3,000 franchise wins is an incredible milestone that cements the Atlanta Hawks' status as one of the NBA's most successful and enduring franchises. This achievement is a testament to the team's sustained excellence and ability to adapt and thrive over decades in the league.