NBA · Final

Pacers Edge Hawks in Thrilling Finish at Home

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Saturday, January 31, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Gainbridge Fieldhouse

Indiana Pacers 129, Atlanta Hawks 124, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won Atlanta Hawks vs Indiana Pacers?

Indiana Pacers beat Atlanta Hawks 129-124 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on January 31, 2026.

Who was favored in Atlanta Hawks vs Indiana Pacers?

Atlanta Hawks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -122 (about 55% implied). The underdog won.

In a tightly contested match at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, the Indiana Pacers triumphed over the Atlanta Hawks with a final score of 129-124. This victory marks a significant moment for the Pacers, who have struggled this season with a home record of 13-36, while the Hawks have been performing better with an away record of 24-27. The Pacers' recent form has shown some improvement, as they have gone 5-5 in their last ten games, including a win against the Chicago Bulls just days prior. They averaged 108.1 points scored and allowed 113.8 points during this stretch, indicating a slight uptick in their offensive output. The Pacers had a home record of 4-1 in their last five games, showing a noticeable improvement in their performance at home compared to their away record of 1-4.

On the other hand, the Hawks also recorded a 5-5 record over their last ten games, but they came into this matchup on a one-game losing streak after a defeat against the Houston Rockets. Their scoring average during this stretch was 112.6 points, with an average of 116.4 points allowed. The Hawks have performed decently on the road, with a recent away record of 3-2, but their loss to the Pacers in their previous meeting on January 26, 2026, highlighted their struggles against this opponent.

The two teams had met three times in the current season prior to this game, with the Hawks winning the series 2-1. Their previous encounters included a convincing 132-116 victory for the Hawks in Atlanta, but the Pacers' home win today showcased their resilience and ability to perform under pressure. The Pacers' victory was particularly sweet given their previous losses to the Hawks earlier in the season, including a 108-128 defeat at home.

In terms of injuries, both teams had key players listed as day-to-day. The Pacers were without Johnny Furphy, who is out due to a knee injury, and Tyrese Haliburton, who is dealing with an Achilles issue. For the Hawks, Mouhamed Gueye, Keshon Gilbert, and RayJ Dennis were all listed as day-to-day with foot, hip, and Achilles injuries, respectively. The absence of these players could have impacted the strategies employed by both teams during the game.

The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had the Hawks favored by 1.5 points, with a total set at 234.5. The odds reflected a close matchup, with the Hawks at -122 on the money line and the Pacers at +102. The spread and total indicated a competitive game, and the final score affirmed that expectation.

As the game progressed, viewers were treated to a series of pivotal scoring plays in the fourth quarter. Aaron Nesmith's two-point shot, assisted by Andrew Nembhard, put the Pacers ahead 123-118, showcasing their ability to execute under pressure. Pascal Siakam's running layup and subsequent step-back jump shot further extended the Pacers' lead, but the Hawks fought back with a three-pointer from Jalen Johnson, narrowing the gap to 121-125. CJ McCollum's fadeaway jump shot kept the Hawks within striking distance, but the Pacers' free throws from Bennedict Mathurin sealed the victory.

Overall, this game was a testament to the Pacers' determination to turn their season around, while the Hawks will need to regroup after this loss. The final score of 129-124 not only highlights the competitive nature of the match but also sets the stage for both teams as they look ahead to their next challenges.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	ATL -1.5	234.5 o -115 / u -105	Atlanta Hawks -122 · Indiana Pacers +102

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Injury report

Tyrese HaliburtonDay-To-DayAchillesIndiana Pacers
Johnny FurphyOutKneeIndiana Pacers
Mouhamed GueyeDay-To-DayFootAtlanta Hawks
Keshon GilbertDay-To-DayHipAtlanta Hawks
RayJ DennisDay-To-DayAchillesAtlanta Hawks

Leaders

PointsAndrew Nembhard26Indiana Pacers
AssistsAndrew Nembhard10Indiana Pacers
ReboundsJarace Walker10Indiana Pacers
PointsJalen Johnson33Atlanta Hawks
AssistsJalen Johnson10Atlanta Hawks
ReboundsJalen Johnson11Atlanta Hawks

Recent form

Indiana Pacers

Last 10: 5-5Streak W1108.1 scored · 113.8 allowed per game4-1 at home

W113-110vs Chicago BullsJan 29
L116-132at Atlanta HawksJan 26
W117-114at Oklahoma City ThunderJan 24
L104-119at Boston CelticsJan 22
L104-113at Philadelphia 76ersJan 20
L78-121at Detroit PistonsJan 18
W127-119vs New Orleans PelicansJan 17
L101-115vs Toronto RaptorsJan 15
W98-96vs Boston CelticsJan 13
W123-99vs Miami HeatJan 11

Atlanta Hawks

Last 10: 5-5Streak L1112.6 scored · 116.4 allowed per game3-2 away

L86-104vs Houston RocketsJan 30
W117-106at Boston CelticsJan 29
W132-116vs Indiana PacersJan 26
W110-103vs Phoenix SunsJan 24
W124-122at Memphis GrizzliesJan 22
L110-112vs Milwaukee BucksJan 19
L106-132vs Boston CelticsJan 18
L101-117at Portland Trail BlazersJan 16
L116-141at Los Angeles LakersJan 14
W124-111at Golden State WarriorsJan 12

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
Atlanta	-	36	L1	.561	46
Orlando	1	37	L1	.549	45
Charlotte	2	38	W1	.537	44
Miami	3	39	W2	.524	43
Washington	29	65	L10	.207	17
Detroit	-	22	W3	.732	60
Cleveland	8	30	W1	.634	52
Milwaukee	28	50	L1	.390	32
Chicago	29	51	L2	.378	31
Indiana	41	63	L2	.232	19

Box score

Stat	Atlanta Hawks	Indiana Pacers
Field goals	46-97	48-89
Field goal %	47	54
Three-pointers	11-28	15-32
Three-point %	39	47
Free throws	21-28	18-21
Free throw %	75	86
Rebounds	39	51
Offensive rebounds	10	11
Defensive rebounds	29	40
Assists	25	29
Steals	11	6
Blocks	2	4
Turnovers	10	23
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	18	23
Fast-break points	20	12
Points in the paint	64	56
Fouls	18	21
Largest lead	9	9
Lead changes	13	13
Time in front	34	64

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter89-92CJ McCollum makes 14-foot fade away jump shot
3rd Quarter92-92Nickeil Alexander-Walker makes 22-foot running jump shot (Jalen Johnson assists)
3rd Quarter92-95Jarace Walker makes 24-foot three point jumper (T.J. McConnell assists)
3rd Quarter92-97Jarace Walker makes 12-foot fade away jump shot
3rd Quarter92-99Bennedict Mathurin makes 17-foot pullup jump shot (T.J. McConnell assists)
3rd Quarter94-99Jalen Johnson makes 11-foot pullup jump shot
3rd Quarter94-101Jarace Walker makes 7-foot driving floating jump shot
3rd Quarter96-101CJ McCollum makes 8-foot two point shot
3rd Quarter97-101CJ McCollum makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter100-101CJ McCollum makes 26-foot three pointer
3rd Quarter100-102Bennedict Mathurin makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter100-103Bennedict Mathurin makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter100-105T.J. McConnell makes 6-foot two point shot
4th Quarter102-105CJ McCollum makes 13-foot step back jumpshot (Dyson Daniels assists)
4th Quarter102-107Pascal Siakam makes running layup (Ben Sheppard assists)
4th Quarter102-109Pascal Siakam makes driving layup (Ben Sheppard assists)
4th Quarter103-109Luke Kennard makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter104-109Luke Kennard makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter104-112Andrew Nembhard makes 29-foot three point step back jumpshot
4th Quarter105-112Nickeil Alexander-Walker makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter106-112Nickeil Alexander-Walker makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter109-112Nickeil Alexander-Walker makes 25-foot three point jumper (Corey Kispert assists)
4th Quarter111-112Corey Kispert makes 7-foot driving floating jump shot
4th Quarter111-115Ben Sheppard makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jarace Walker assists)
4th Quarter112-115Jalen Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter114-115Dyson Daniels makes 11-foot driving floating jump shot (Nickeil Alexander-Walker assists)
4th Quarter114-118Aaron Nesmith makes 25-foot three point jumper (Bennedict Mathurin assists)
4th Quarter116-118Jalen Johnson makes 11-foot turnaround jump shot
4th Quarter117-118Jalen Johnson makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter117-120Jay Huff makes two point shot (Andrew Nembhard assists)
4th Quarter117-121Jay Huff makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter118-121Nickeil Alexander-Walker makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter118-123Aaron Nesmith makes 5-foot two point shot (Andrew Nembhard assists)
4th Quarter118-125Pascal Siakam makes running layup
4th Quarter121-125Jalen Johnson makes 25-foot three pointer
4th Quarter123-125CJ McCollum makes 9-foot fade away jump shot (Dyson Daniels assists)
4th Quarter123-127Pascal Siakam makes 11-foot step back jumpshot
4th Quarter124-127Nickeil Alexander-Walker makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter124-128Bennedict Mathurin makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter124-129Bennedict Mathurin makes free throw 2 of 2