Hawks Routed 138-118 by Raptors in Opener

The Atlanta Hawks opened the 2025-26 season with a 138-118 home loss to the Toronto Raptors, getting dominated in the paint (86-56) and outscored 34-11 on fast breaks. Trae Young called the loss “embarrassing” and cited continuity and defensive lapses; the team also suffered foul trouble for key defender Dyson Daniels. Jalen Johnson and Kristaps Porzingis provided some positive signs despite the defeat. The loss highlighted the Hawks’ need to improve cohesion and defensive consistency early in the season.