Hawks Secure Dominant Win Over Pacers at Home
Monday, January 26, 2026, 1:30 PM ET · State Farm Arena
Atlanta Hawks 132, Indiana Pacers 116, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Indiana Pacers vs Atlanta Hawks?
Atlanta Hawks beat Indiana Pacers 132-116 at State Farm Arena on January 26, 2026.
Who was favored in Indiana Pacers vs Atlanta Hawks?
Atlanta Hawks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -225 (about 69% implied). The favorite won.
The Atlanta Hawks showcased their strength at home with a decisive 132-116 victory over the Indiana Pacers at State Farm Arena. This win marks the Hawks' third consecutive triumph over the Pacers this season, extending their lead in the series to 3-0. The Hawks have demonstrated a consistent ability to outperform the Pacers, having won their last three meetings, including two earlier this season with scores of 128-108 and 120-118.
In terms of recent form, the Hawks have shown resilience, maintaining a 5-5 record over their last ten games. They enter this matchup with a two-game winning streak, having secured victories against the Phoenix Suns and Memphis Grizzlies, with scoring averages of 111.8 points per game while allowing 114.3. At home, their record stands at 23-25, with a balanced home performance of 2-2 in their last four games. In contrast, the Pacers have struggled significantly this season, holding a dismal 11-36 record. They have also shown signs of improvement recently, with a 5-5 record over their last ten games, including a win against the Oklahoma City Thunder, but their scoring average of 108.2 points per game, coupled with an average of 112.8 points allowed, indicates ongoing defensive issues.
The injury situation for both teams added an element of uncertainty to the matchup. The Hawks had three players listed as day-to-day: Mouhamed Gueye (foot), Keshon Gilbert (hip), and RayJ Dennis (Achilles). The Pacers were also dealing with injury concerns, most notably Tyrese Haliburton (day-to-day, Achilles) and Johnny Furphy (out, knee). These injuries could have impacted the strategies employed by both teams during the game.
From a betting perspective, DraftKings had the Hawks favored by 5.5 points, with a total set at 234.5. The odds indicated a strong belief in the Hawks' ability to cover the spread, reflecting their home advantage and recent form.
The game conditions were favorable for a high-scoring affair, with both teams looking to capitalize on offensive opportunities. The Hawks took control early and maintained their lead throughout the game, with notable scoring plays in the fourth quarter, including a three-point jumper by Onyeka Okongwu and a dunk by Mouhamed Gueye, which helped seal the victory.
As the game progressed, the Hawks demonstrated their offensive depth and ability to execute under pressure, while the Pacers struggled to keep pace, ultimately falling short despite a valiant effort. The final score of 132-116 underscored the Hawks' dominance at home and their continued success against the Pacers this season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | ATL -5.5 | 234.5 o -105 / u -115 | Indiana Pacers +185 · Atlanta Hawks -225 |
Injury report
- Mouhamed GueyeDay-To-DayFootAtlanta Hawks
- Keshon GilbertDay-To-DayHipAtlanta Hawks
- RayJ DennisDay-To-DayAchillesAtlanta Hawks
- Tyrese HaliburtonDay-To-DayAchillesIndiana Pacers
- Johnny FurphyOutKneeIndiana Pacers
Leaders
- PointsCJ McCollum23Atlanta Hawks
- AssistsDyson Daniels9Atlanta Hawks
- ReboundsOnyeka Okongwu10Atlanta Hawks
- PointsPascal Siakam26Indiana Pacers
- AssistsAndrew Nembhard13Indiana Pacers
- ReboundsPascal Siakam9Indiana Pacers
Recent form
Atlanta Hawks
Last 10: 5-5Streak W2111.8 scored · 114.3 allowed per game2-2 at home
- 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
- W117-100vs New Orleans PelicansJan 8
- L100-118at Toronto RaptorsJan 6
Indiana Pacers
Last 10: 5-5Streak W1108.2 scored · 112.8 allowed per game2-3 away
- 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
- W114-112at Charlotte HornetsJan 9
- L116-120vs Cleveland CavaliersJan 7
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 | Indiana Pacers | Atlanta Hawks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 43-93 | 49-98 |
| Field goal % | 46 | 50 |
| Three-pointers | 10-35 | 18-43 |
| Three-point % | 29 | 42 |
| Free throws | 20-25 | 16-17 |
| Free throw % | 80 | 94 |
| Rebounds | 42 | 46 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 35 | 37 |
| Assists | 31 | 35 |
| Steals | 11 | 11 |
| Blocks | 7 | 9 |
| Turnovers | 16 | 14 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 16 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 21 | 15 |
| Points in the paint | 54 | 56 |
| Fouls | 12 | 20 |
| Largest lead | 15 | 16 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 68 | 27 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter91-85Pascal Siakam makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter92-85Pascal Siakam makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter92-88Mouhamed Gueye makes 26-foot three point jumper (Onyeka Okongwu assists)
- 3rd Quarter92-91Luke Kennard makes 23-foot three point jumper (Mouhamed Gueye assists)
- 3rd Quarter92-93Luke Kennard makes 1-foot layup (Onyeka Okongwu assists)
- 3rd Quarter92-95CJ McCollum makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter92-97CJ McCollum makes 12-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter92-99Onyeka Okongwu makes 9-foot two point shot (Nickeil Alexander-Walker assists)
- 4th Quarter92-102Luke Kennard makes 24-foot three point jumper (CJ McCollum assists)
- 4th Quarter93-102T.J. McConnell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter94-102T.J. McConnell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter96-102T.J. McConnell makes running layup
- 4th Quarter98-102Isaiah Jackson makes 1-foot dunk (T.J. McConnell assists)
- 4th Quarter98-103Dyson Daniels makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter98-105Christian Koloko makes 1-foot running dunk (Luke Kennard assists)
- 4th Quarter98-107Dyson Daniels makes 1-foot running dunk (Jalen Johnson assists)
- 4th Quarter98-109Christian Koloko makes 1-foot dunk (Jalen Johnson assists)
- 4th Quarter99-109Aaron Nesmith makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter100-109Aaron Nesmith makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter100-112Nickeil Alexander-Walker makes 26-foot three point jumper (Dyson Daniels assists)
- 4th Quarter102-112Isaiah Jackson makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter103-112Johnny Furphy makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter104-112Johnny Furphy makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter104-115Nickeil Alexander-Walker makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 4th Quarter104-117Jalen Johnson makes 12-foot pullup jump shot (CJ McCollum assists)
- 4th Quarter106-117Aaron Nesmith makes 14-foot pullup jump shot (Andrew Nembhard assists)
- 4th Quarter106-118Nickeil Alexander-Walker makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter106-119Nickeil Alexander-Walker makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter108-119Micah Potter makes 2-foot layup (Andrew Nembhard assists)
- 4th Quarter108-121Dyson Daniels makes 3-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter110-121Pascal Siakam makes 3-foot two point shot (Jay Huff assists)
- 4th Quarter110-123CJ McCollum makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter110-124Jalen Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter110-125Jalen Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter113-125Jay Huff makes 25-foot three point jumper (Pascal Siakam assists)
- 4th Quarter113-128Onyeka Okongwu makes 25-foot three point jumper (CJ McCollum assists)
- 4th Quarter114-128Quenton Jackson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter114-130Mouhamed Gueye makes dunk
- 4th Quarter116-130Quenton Jackson makes 1-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter116-132Mouhamed Gueye makes driving layup
Win probability
Above the line favours Atlanta Hawks, below favours Indiana Pacers.
Venue
- State Farm ArenaAtlanta, GA
- Attendance12210
- OfficialsMatt Myers, Ray Acosta, Danielle Scott
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