San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle and Atlanta Hawks forward Jalen Johnson have been recognized as the NBA Players of the Week for Week 16. Castle earned the Western Conference honor after leading the Spurs to a 3-0 record, while Johnson was named Eastern Conference Player of the Week following a strong 2-1 stretch for Atlanta.
During the week, Johnson averaged 27.3 points, 12.0 rebounds, and 11.3 assists per game, shooting efficiently and excelling in second-half performances. Castle posted 24.0 points, 7.3 rebounds, 7.3 assists, and 3.0 steals per game, highlighted by a career-best 40-point triple-double against Dallas.
**Why this matters**
These weekly awards highlight the impact both players have had on their teams during a critical part of the NBA season. Castle’s breakout performances signal his growing role as a key contributor for the Spurs, while Johnson’s consistent all-around play continues to elevate the Hawks’ competitiveness in the Eastern Conference.
Source: NewsData