The Phoenix Suns travel to Atlanta to take on the Hawks in an interconference matchup on Friday, January 23, 2026. The Suns, sitting third in the Western Conference, look to build on a recent hot streak and improve their road record, while the Hawks aim to climb out of the Eastern Conference play-in mix amid inconsistent play. This is the second and final meeting of the season between the teams, with Phoenix winning the first encounter 118-110 in Phoenix on November 15, 2025.
Venue Location
State Farm Arena
Atlanta, GA
Capacity: 16,888
(Opened in 1999 and renovated in 2018, this venue is known for its vibrant atmosphere and has been home to the Hawks since its inception, hosting memorable playoff runs and concerts alike.)
Tipoff is scheduled for 7:30 PM ET (4:30 PM PT)
Broadcast: TNT (national), Bally Sports Southeast (Hawks local), Arizona’s Family 3TV / Arizona’s Family Sports (Suns local)
Radio: 98.7 FM Arizona Sports (Phoenix), 92.9 FM The Game (Atlanta)
Injury Report
Injuries could play a significant role, with both teams managing key absences that affect depth and rotations.
Phoenix Suns:
Bradley Beal (SG): Out (Right hamstring strain; out indefinitely, expected return late February)
Jusuf Nurkic (C): Questionable (Left knee soreness; limited in practice)
Grayson Allen (SG): Game-time decision (Illness)
Bol Bol (C): Out (Right foot fracture; out for season)
The Suns will rely on Devin Booker and Kevin Durant to carry the offensive load, with Ryan Dunn potentially starting if Allen sits. Nurkic’s status is crucial for rim protection.
Atlanta Hawks:
Trae Young (PG): Probable (Concussion protocol; cleared but monitored)
Bogdan Bogdanovic (SG): Out (Left ankle sprain; out 2-4 weeks)
Onyeka Okongwu (C): Questionable (Right shoulder impingement)
Kobe Bufkin (G): Game-time decision (Illness)
If Young is limited, Dyson Daniels could see more minutes. Clint Capela is healthy and expected to start at center, providing rebounding against Phoenix’s frontcourt.
Key Player Matchups
This game highlights star power and defensive challenges, with Phoenix’s scoring duo facing Atlanta’s young talent.
Devin Booker (PHX) vs. Dyson Daniels/Zaccharie Risacher (ATL): Booker (27.8 PPG, 6.5 APG) is a scoring threat from all levels, averaging 30+ PPG in his last five outings. Daniels brings length and defense, while rookie Risacher (if starting) could struggle containing Booker’s quickness.
Kevin Durant (PHX) vs. Jalen Johnson (ATL): Durant (28.2 PPG on 52.4% FG, 41.1% 3PT) remains elite, exploiting switches. Johnson (19.4 PPG, 10.2 RPG) offers athleticism and versatility to contest shots, but Durant’s mid-range game could prevail.
Jusuf Nurkic (PHX, if active) vs. Clint Capela (ATL): A battle in the paint. Nurkic (11.2 PPG, 10.4 RPG) provides playmaking, while Capela (12.1 PPG, 11.8 RPG) excels in rebounding and lobs from Young.
Josh Okogie (PHX) vs. Trae Young (ATL): Okogie might draw the assignment on Young (26.7 PPG, 11.3 APG), using his perimeter defense to disrupt Atlanta’s pick-and-roll heavy offense.
Other notes: Phoenix’s bench (39.4 PPG) edges Atlanta’s (37.2 PPG), but the Hawks’ home crowd could energize their transition game. The Suns rank No. 4 in offensive efficiency, testing Atlanta’s 20th-ranked defense.
Team Rankings
| Category | Suns Rank (League) | Hawks Rank (League) |
| Points Per Game | 118.4 (6th) | 113.2 (16th) |
| Opponent PPG | 112.6 (11th) | 116.8 (20th) |
| Rebounds Per Game | 47.8 (7th) | 46.5 (12th) |
| Assists Per Game | 27.2 (8th) | 25.9 (14th) |
| Field Goal % | 48.1% (5th) | 45.8% (19th) |
| 3-Point % | 38.2% (4th) | 34.9% (21st) |
Recent Team Forms
Phoenix is surging, while Atlanta has struggled with consistency.
Phoenix Suns (Last 10 Games: 7-3)
The Suns have won five of their last six, including a 124-112 victory over Denver (Jan. 20). Road wins against Sacramento (115-110 on Jan. 17) highlight their resilience, though losses to top teams like Boston (108-115 on Jan. 13) show vulnerabilities.
| Date | Opponent | Result | Score | Key Performer |
| Jan. 22 | vs. LAL | W | 118-105 | Booker: 32 PTS |
| Jan. 20 | vs. DEN | W | 124-112 | Durant: 35 PTS |
| Jan. 17 | @ SAC | W | 115-110 | Booker: 28 PTS, 7 AST |
| Jan. 15 | vs. UTA | L | 110-114 | Durant: 29 PTS |
| Jan. 13 | @ BOS | L | 108-115 | Nurkic: 14 PTS, 12 REB |
| Jan. 11 | vs. ORL | W | 121-107 | Booker: 30 PTS |
| Jan. 9 | @ DAL | W | 112-108 | Durant: 31 PTS |
| Jan. 7 | vs. MEM | W | 119-111 | Allen: 22 PTS |
| Jan. 5 | @ NOP | L | 105-112 | Booker: 25 PTS |
| Jan. 3 | vs. LAC | W | 120-116 | Durant: 33 PTS |
Atlanta Hawks (Last 10 Games: 4-6)
The Hawks have dropped four of their last five, including a 102-115 home loss to Milwaukee (Jan. 21). Wins against weaker teams like Charlotte (118-110 on Jan. 18) provide hope, but defensive lapses persist.
| Date | Opponent | Result | Score | Key Performer |
| Jan. 21 | vs. MIL | L | 102-115 | Young: 28 PTS, 10 AST |
| Jan. 19 | @ TOR | L | 108-112 | Johnson: 22 PTS, 11 REB |
| Jan. 18 | vs. CHA | W | 118-110 | Young: 31 PTS |
| Jan. 16 | vs. WAS | W | 114-109 | Capela: 15 PTS, 13 REB |
| Jan. 14 | @ IND | L | 105-120 | Young: 25 PTS |
| Jan. 12 | vs. MIA | L | 110-118 | Johnson: 24 PTS, 10 REB |
| Jan. 10 | @ ORL | L | 98-105 | Young: 27 PTS |
| Jan. 8 | vs. BKN | W | 112-107 | Bogdanovic: 20 PTS (pre-injury) |
| Jan. 6 | @ NYK | L | 101-115 | Johnson: 18 PTS |
| Jan. 4 | vs. PHI | W | 109-104 | Young: 29 PTS, 12 AST |
Series History
Phoenix leads the all-time series 78-70 in 148 regular-season games. The Suns have won 6 of the last 8 meetings, including this season’s earlier victory. Key trends: The over has hit in 5 of the last 7 games, averaging 228.4 total points.
| Date | Location | Result | Score | Spread Covered? |
| Nov. 15, 2025 | Phoenix | PHX Win | 118-110 | PHX -6.5 |
| Mar. 21, 2025 | Atlanta | PHX Win | 128-115 | PHX +2.5 |
| Feb. 2, 2025 | Phoenix | PHX Win | 129-120 | PHX -4.0 |
| Mar. 3, 2024 | Atlanta | ATL Win | 114-109 | ATL +1.5 |
| Feb. 2, 2024 | Phoenix | PHX Win | 129-120 | PHX -3.0 |
Betting Trends
Against the Spread (ATS): Suns 24-19-1 (55.8% cover rate); Hawks 18-27-1 (40.0% cover rate). Phoenix is 7-3 ATS in last 10, Atlanta 3-7 ATS. Over/Under (O/U): Suns games hit over 23-21-0 (52.3%); Hawks 25-21-0 (54.3%). Last 10 Hawks games average 223.6 total points. Moneyline (ML): Suns 25-19 as favorites (56.8% win rate); Hawks 8-10 as underdogs. Atlanta is 12-11 straight-up at home. Recent Trends: Suns 5-0 straight-up last 5 road games vs. East; Hawks 2-8 ATS last 10 home games. The over is 6-4 in Phoenix’s last 10.
Phoenix’s superior record (27-17 vs. 21-25) and 7-3 last 10 give them a 68% win probability. Atlanta’s injuries and defensive issues tilt this road favorite. The Suns cover 56% of spreads and have won by 8+ in four of last five vs. sub-.500 teams. Hawks are 3-7 ATS recently; expect Phoenix to pull away late. Total Pick: Over 231.5 (-110) Both offenses rank top-15 in pace; last five meetings averaged 235 points. With Young’s probable return, pace pushes over despite defenses.
Game Odds
Phoenix Suns – 2.5
Atlanta Hawks 233.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, January 22, 2026
