Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 12:30 AM
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Pelicans and Hawks Clash: Williamson and Johnson Headline Matchup
The struggling New Orleans Pelicans visit the Atlanta Hawks in an interconference matchup. Zion Williamson is on a scoring tear for the Pelicans, while Jalen Johnson leads the Hawks in Trae Young's absence.
Best for: Fans of Zion Williamson and Jalen Johnson.
Score Breakdown
Stakes18/30
Star Power9/15
Performances/20
Clutch Factor/35
Standout Players
Zion Williamson(New Orleans Pelicans)-
Jalen Johnson(Atlanta Hawks)-
Brandon Ingram(New Orleans Pelicans)-
Dejounte Murray(Atlanta Hawks)-
Key Factors
- •Zion Williamson is on a scoring tear, with 30+ points in 3 of his last 5 games.
- •Jalen Johnson has been putting up stellar performances for the Hawks, recording multiple 30+ point games and triple-doubles.
- •The Hawks are without Trae Young, putting more pressure on Jalen Johnson to lead the offense.
