The Atlanta Hawks beat the OKC Thunder 82-77 on Monday, behind a huge Summer League comeback. After losing their Summer League opener in Salt Lake City to the Utah Jazz on Saturday, the Hawks bounced back with a nice win. ## What happened?
The game was a defensive affair, with neither team shooting the ball very well from the floor, 3-point range, or the free-throw line. The Hawks shot 37.5 percent from the field, 33.3 percent from long range, and 60.0 percent from the stripe. OKC shot 36.2 percent from the field, 33.3 percent from deep, and 68.4 percent from the line. One key for the Hawks was the impact of rookie Zuby Ejiofor on the glass, both offensively and defensively. He grabbed 15 boards, nine on defense and six on offense. He also added 19 points to earn himself a double-double, even though he wasn't super efficient and shot 5-for-13 from the field. ## Why it matters for Atlanta Hawks
Ejiofor's performance was important in the Hawks' win, and his ability to grab rebounds and score points will be important for the team's success in the Summer League. Rising sophomore Asa Newell also had a nice game for the Hawks, totaling 13 points, seven rebounds, and three assists on 5-for-8 shooting. Meanwhile, Kingston Flemings, Atlanta's top pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, made an impact with 12 points, two rebounds, and five assists on 4-for-10 shooting. ## What comes next?
The Hawks now have one game remaining in Salt Lake City this summer, a matchup against the Memphis Grizzlies on Tuesday. After that, the Hawks will head to Las Vegas where Summer League will take center stage all across the NBA. Last result: Atlanta Hawks 89-140 New York Knicks (2026-04-30), and the team is looking to turn their recent form around, with a record of 0W-0D-5L in their last 5 games. The Hawks' win over the Thunder was a good step in the right direction, and they will look to build on this momentum in their upcoming games.