Jalen Johnson Resting for Hawks' Preseason Game Versus Thunder

Atlanta Hawks forward Jalen Johnson will sit out Monday's preseason game against the Oklahoma City Thunder as part of planned rest, per Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network. Johnson is coming off a strong performance in Saturday's 119-117 win over the Pacers, where he tallied 20 points on 8-of-12 shooting, seven rebounds, and three assists in 25 minutes. His next action comes Friday against the Dallas Mavericks.