Blazers stay hot, take care of Hawks

Published: Friday, January 16, 2026 at 5:52 am

Blazers Dominate Hawks in Thursday Night Matchup

The Portland Trail Blazers secured a decisive 117-101 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Thursday night, fueled by a strong performance from Shaedon Sharpe. Sharpe led the Blazers with 24 points, nine rebounds, and five assists, contributing significantly to the team's sixth win in their last eight games.

Jerami Grant made a notable return from a 14-game absence due to an Achilles injury, scoring 16 points off the bench. Rayan Rupert added 13 points, while Jrue Holiday and Caleb Love each contributed 12 points. Donovan Clingan secured 12 rebounds for the Blazers.

The Hawks, despite a strong showing from Onyeka Okongwu, who scored 26 points and grabbed nine rebounds, struggled to keep pace. Okongwu made five 3-pointers, but his efforts were not enough to overcome the Blazers' offensive prowess. CJ McCollum added 20 points off the bench for Atlanta, and Jalen Johnson recorded a double-double with 12 points and 11 rebounds.

The game saw several key moments, including a 12-0 run by the Blazers in the fourth quarter, initiated by Grant's free throws. The Hawks attempted to rally, but the Blazers responded with a nine-point streak to seal the victory.

Atlanta's shooting accuracy was 43.2%, with 14 of 44 from beyond the arc. The Blazers shot 45.3% overall, with 13 of 46 from 3-point range. The Hawks were without Kristaps Porzingis and Zaccharie Risacher, who missed their fourth consecutive game due to injuries. Deni Avdija of the Blazers missed his second straight game.

BNN's Perspective:

The Blazers' recent success is encouraging, but the team's reliance on individual performances highlights the need for consistent team play. While the return of key players like Grant is positive, maintaining this momentum will require sustained effort and strategic adjustments.

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