Not everything’s gonna be linear all the time,” Johnson says of his path to Hawks centerpiece. First, he had to learn to set aside his ego.

After a few games where he didn't play his best, Jalen Johnson has answered the call down the stretch of the Hawks' last two wins.

On Jan. 23, the Atlanta Hawks pulled out an impressive 110-103 win over the Phoenix Suns. Jalen Johnson finished with his third consecutive double-double scoring 23 points and adding 18 rebounds. He tied a career-high in rebounds, achieving the feat for the third time this season.

After getting a clutch win against the Grizzlies, the Hawks have a tough challenge against one of the best teams in the Western Conference.

Atlanta Hawks forward Jalen Johnson scored on another highlight against the Golden State Warriors on Sunday.