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Alexander-Walker Shines Despite Hawks' Loss to Thunder

12/31/2025

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Nickeil Alexander-Walker scored 30 points and hit a remarkable half-court shot that impressed Kevin Durant, but the Atlanta Hawks lost 140-129 to the Oklahoma City Thunder.
The performance underscores his breakout season, as he averages 20.6 points per game this season.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 39 points, while Alexander-Walker has started 25 games this season and is expected to contend for the Sixth Man of the Year award.

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Story summary

Nickeil Alexander-Walker scored 30 points and hit a remarkable half-court shot that impressed Kevin Durant, but the Atlanta Hawks lost 140-129 to the Oklahoma City Thunder.
The performance underscores his breakout season, as he averages 20.6 points per game this season.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 39 points, while Alexander-Walker has started 25 games this season and is expected to contend for the Sixth Man of the Year award.