Rockets Defeat Hawks 104-86 in Atlanta Showdown
Thursday, January 29, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · State Farm Arena
Houston Rockets 104, Atlanta Hawks 86, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Houston Rockets vs Atlanta Hawks?
Houston Rockets beat Atlanta Hawks 104-86 at State Farm Arena on January 29, 2026.
Who was favored in Houston Rockets vs Atlanta Hawks?
Houston Rockets were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -270 (about 73% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup at State Farm Arena, the Houston Rockets triumphed over the Atlanta Hawks with a final score of 104-86. This victory marks Houston's second consecutive win against Atlanta in their recent meetings, as they lead the series 2-0 for the season. The Rockets came into the game with a solid away record of 29-17, while the Hawks stood at 24-26, showcasing the contrasting fortunes of the two teams this season.
The Hawks entered this game on a four-game winning streak, having won six of their last ten games, averaging 115.0 points scored while allowing 114.7. Their recent form included impressive victories against teams like the Boston Celtics and Indiana Pacers. However, they faced challenges at home, holding a home record of 2-2 in their last four games. The Rockets, on the other hand, had a mixed form with a 6-4 record in their last ten games, but they were coming off a loss against the San Antonio Spurs, indicating a need to bounce back.
In terms of injuries, both teams had players listed as day-to-day. The Hawks were without Mouhamed Gueye, Keshon Gilbert, and RayJ Dennis, while the Rockets had Kevin Durant, Fred VanVleet, and Steven Adams also dealing with injuries. The absence of key players could have influenced the game dynamics, but both teams managed to put forth competitive lineups.
The betting lines from DraftKings indicated that the Rockets were favored by 6.5 points, with a total set at 224.5. The odds reflected the market's confidence in Houston's ability to secure a win on the road, despite their recent loss.
As the game unfolded, the Rockets established control early on, leveraging their scoring depth and defensive prowess. The fourth quarter saw a series of scoring plays that solidified their lead, including a running dunk by Jabari Smith Jr. and a three-point jumper from Kevin Durant, who contributed significantly despite his injury status.
The Hawks struggled to keep pace, with their scoring averaging dropping to 86 points in this game, which was below their recent averages. Despite a valiant effort, they could not find the rhythm that had propelled them through their recent winning streak. The final scoring plays included a late surge from the Hawks, but it was too little too late as they fell short.
In conclusion, the Rockets' victory over the Hawks highlights their resilience and ability to perform under pressure, while Atlanta will need to regroup and address their scoring issues moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | HOU -6.5 | 224.5 o -115 / u -105 | Houston Rockets -270 · Atlanta Hawks +220 |
Injury report
- Mouhamed GueyeDay-To-DayFootAtlanta Hawks
- Keshon GilbertDay-To-DayHipAtlanta Hawks
- RayJ DennisDay-To-DayAchillesAtlanta Hawks
- Kevin DurantDay-To-DayAnkleHouston Rockets
- Fred VanVleetDay-To-DayKneeHouston Rockets
- Steven AdamsDay-To-DayAnkleHouston Rockets
Leaders
- PointsCJ McCollum23Atlanta Hawks
- AssistsDyson Daniels7Atlanta Hawks
- ReboundsChristian Koloko7Atlanta Hawks
- PointsKevin Durant31Houston Rockets
- AssistsAmen Thompson5Houston Rockets
- ReboundsAlperen Sengun13Houston Rockets
Recent form
Atlanta Hawks
Last 10: 6-4Streak W4115 scored · 114.7 allowed per game2-2 at home
- 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
- W110-87at Denver NuggetsJan 10
Houston Rockets
Last 10: 6-4Streak L1108.8 scored · 109.8 allowed per game1-2 away
- L99-111vs San Antonio SpursJan 29
- W108-99vs Memphis GrizzliesJan 27
- W111-104at Detroit PistonsJan 24
- L122-128at Philadelphia 76ersJan 23
- W111-106vs San Antonio SpursJan 21
- W119-110vs New Orleans PelicansJan 19
- W110-105vs Minnesota TimberwolvesJan 17
- L91-111vs Oklahoma City ThunderJan 16
- W119-113vs Chicago BullsJan 14
- L98-111at Sacramento KingsJan 12
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio | - | 20 | L1 | .756 | 62 |
| Houston | 10 | 30 | W1 | .634 | 52 |
| New Orleans | 36 | 56 | L2 | .317 | 26 |
| Dallas | 36 | 56 | W1 | .317 | 26 |
| Memphis | 37 | 57 | L8 | .305 | 25 |
| 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 |
Box score
| Stat | Houston Rockets | Atlanta Hawks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 39-92 | 34-93 |
| Field goal % | 42 | 37 |
| Three-pointers | 12-31 | 12-39 |
| Three-point % | 39 | 31 |
| Free throws | 14-20 | 6-7 |
| Free throw % | 70 | 86 |
| Rebounds | 59 | 46 |
| Offensive rebounds | 22 | 14 |
| Defensive rebounds | 37 | 32 |
| Assists | 23 | 19 |
| Steals | 8 | 7 |
| Blocks | 14 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 14 | 23 |
| Fast-break points | 17 | 19 |
| Points in the paint | 44 | 40 |
| Fouls | 11 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 22 | 7 |
| Lead changes | 9 | 9 |
| Time in front | 57 | 34 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter58-51Vit Krejci makes driving layup (Dyson Daniels assists)
- 3rd Quarter61-51Kevin Durant makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jabari Smith Jr. assists)
- 3rd Quarter61-54CJ McCollum makes 25-foot three point jumper (Dyson Daniels assists)
- 3rd Quarter62-54Kevin Durant makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter63-54Kevin Durant makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter63-57CJ McCollum makes 26-foot three pointer
- 3rd Quarter63-60Corey Kispert makes 26-foot running jump shot (Luke Kennard assists)
- 3rd Quarter64-60Alperen Sengun makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter65-60Alperen Sengun makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter65-61Corey Kispert makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter67-61Kevin Durant makes 10-foot turnaround jump shot
- 3rd Quarter70-61Josh Okogie makes 25-foot running jump shot (Reed Sheppard assists)
- 3rd Quarter72-61Kevin Durant makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
- 3rd Quarter75-61Reed Sheppard makes 25-foot three pointer
- 3rd Quarter75-63CJ McCollum makes 6-foot driving floating jump shot
- 3rd Quarter78-63Kevin Durant makes 24-foot three pointer
- 3rd Quarter78-66Asa Newell makes 25-foot three point jumper (Christian Koloko assists)
- 4th Quarter78-68Nickeil Alexander-Walker makes 12-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter80-68Clint Capela makes alley oop layup (Jabari Smith Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter82-68Amen Thompson makes 8-foot pullup jump shot (Clint Capela assists)
- 4th Quarter85-68Reed Sheppard makes 25-foot three point jumper (Clint Capela assists)
- 4th Quarter87-68Clint Capela makes tip shot
- 4th Quarter87-70Christian Koloko makes tip shot
- 4th Quarter90-70Reed Sheppard makes 22-foot three point jumper (Amen Thompson assists)
- 4th Quarter92-70Clint Capela makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (Reed Sheppard assists)
- 4th Quarter92-73Nickeil Alexander-Walker makes 23-foot three point jumper (Dyson Daniels assists)
- 4th Quarter92-75Asa Newell makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter93-75Clint Capela makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter94-75Clint Capela makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter94-77Dyson Daniels makes 10-foot floating jump shot (Corey Kispert assists)
- 4th Quarter96-77Reed Sheppard makes 7-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter96-78Nickeil Alexander-Walker makes free throw 1 of 3
- 4th Quarter96-79Nickeil Alexander-Walker makes free throw 2 of 3
- 4th Quarter96-80Nickeil Alexander-Walker makes free throw 3 of 3
- 4th Quarter98-80Jabari Smith Jr. makes running dunk
- 4th Quarter98-82Christian Koloko makes 1-foot running dunk
- 4th Quarter101-82Josh Okogie makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kevin Durant assists)
- 4th Quarter104-82Kevin Durant makes 25-foot three point jumper (Reed Sheppard assists)
- 4th Quarter104-84Corey Kispert makes 12-foot driving floating jump shot (Mouhamed Gueye assists)
- 4th Quarter104-86Vit Krejci makes 11-foot two point shot (Keaton Wallace assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Atlanta Hawks, below favours Houston Rockets.
Venue
- State Farm ArenaAtlanta, GA
- Attendance16602
- OfficialsJosh Tiven, Suyash Mehta, John Butler
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