Curry's 31 points weren't enough to save the Hawks from defeat, who edged out the Warriors 124-111.

January 12th - The Hawks defeated the Warriors 124-111. Although Curry scored 31 points, it wasn't enough to prevent the team's loss; Johnson contributed 23 points, 11 rebounds, and 6 assists, becoming a key contributor to the Hawks' victory.

At the start of the game, the Warriors quickly went on a 14-4 run. The Hawks responded with fast ball movement and outside shooting, even briefly taking the lead. They finished the first quarter with a slight 28-27 advantage. In the second quarter, the Warriors extended their lead to 8 points. However, led by Walker and Johnson, the Hawks scored consecutively, launching a comeback and regaining control. The Hawks gradually widened the gap to a 59-53 lead before halftime .

After switching sides, the Warriors narrowed the gap to just one point, but Kennard hit consecutive three-pointers, leading the Hawks to quickly extend their lead to 18 points. Although Curry scored 12 points in the quarter to try and catch up, the Hawks' offense was more aggressive. After three quarters, the Hawks maintained a 94-78 lead. In the final quarter, the Warriors' lead was once extended to 25 points. Although the Warriors narrowed the gap midway through the quarter, the Hawks firmly controlled the game. Ultimately, the Hawks defeated the Warriors 124-111 .

Hawks player statistics

Walker 24 points , 2 rebounds , 2 assists; Johnson 23 points, 11 rebounds , 6 assists; Kennard 22 points , 1 rebound, 1 assist; Okongwu 18 points, 12 rebounds, 7 assists; McCollum 12 points, 4 assists; Daniels 11 points , 7 rebounds , 9 assists; Gay 5 points, 5 rebounds; Krejci 5 points, 5 rebounds; Kispert 2 points , 2 rebounds , 3 assists

Warriors player statistics

Curry 31 points, 3 rebounds , 5 assists; Butler 30 points, 7 rebounds , 6 assists; Melton 10 points , 5 rebounds, 3 assists; Post 8 points , 3 rebounds; Payton II 6 points , 5 rebounds ; Davis 6 points , 2 rebounds; Santos 5 points, 2 rebounds , 3 assists; Horford 5 points , 8 rebounds , 2 assists; Green 5 points , 9 rebounds , 4 assists