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7+ min ago (403+ words) Zaccharie Risacher had an incredibly strong rookie performance last season, but the reason for his early success partly explains why he has stagnated this season. Risacher was an incredibly unique selection at the first overall spot. Teams broadly understood there was no sure-fire franchise player available in the class of 2024, so the Hawks took a bold move: drafting the best role player available." Risacher was their man, and the Hawks were instantly vindicated for their decision to select him during his rookie season. He immediately took over as the starter over fellow former top prospect De'Andre Hunter and was a clear upgrade despite an eight-year age gap. Most rookies are clear negatives on the floor, particularly 19-year-olds like Risacher. But Risacher provided real two-way impact and was a genuinely productive player. He deserved Rookie of the Year over Stephon Castle,…...

7+ min ago (256+ words) ATLANTA " Students at Breakthrough Atlanta distributed 130 books to Scott Elementary School students as part of the nationwide Chick-fil-A Leader Academy's 1 Million Book Giveaway. The organization Breakthrough Atlanta partnered with Hands On Atlanta for Discovery Day at Scott Elementary School on Saturday. The Scott Elementary School students also connected with 11th grade students at Breakthrough Atlanta. CEO of Breakthrough Atlanta and member of Hands On Atlanta's Advisory Council Monique Shields says the relationship between the high school students and the title 1 elementary school kids is special. "This partnership with Chick-fil-A Leader Academy and Hands On Atlanta reflects exactly what Breakthrough stands for," Shields said. "Our scholars aren't just preparing for college " they're learning to lead with empathy and purpose. By sharing books and encouragement with younger students, they're modeling educational achievement and good character for the next generation." Officials said the volunteer…...

35+ min ago (288+ words) Three weeks after having a procedure on his knee the Jets MVP is ready to go. For the past four days, those of us covering the Jets have been paying closer attention to practice as Connor Hellebuyck has been back on the ice with his teammates. It was three weeks ago today that Hellebuyck underwent a minor arthroscopic knee procedure, an injury initially projected to sideline him for four to six weeks. Without him in the lineup, the Jets have gone 3-8-1, sliding from a comfortable playoff position to four points out of a wild-card spot'albeit with two games in hand. Four days ago, TSN's Darren Dreger provided a significant update, saying, "I'd look to have him back in the net starting for the Jets potentially next week." A day later, Hellebuyck was skating with his teammates, though head coach Scott…...

2+ hour, 26+ min ago (464+ words) Talents like Bijan Robinson only come around once in a generation, so Atlanta Falcons fans should be lucky they get to watch him every Sunday. He's arguably the best running back in football, as he's currently leading the NFL in scrimmage yards after another impressive showing against the Bucs. The 29-28 comeback victory over the Buccaneers saw Bijan add another 175 scrimmage yards to his season total. The Bucs struggled to contain him all night long, so even though Kyle Pitts had the career game, Raheem Morris provided the 23-year-old with some notable praise after the big win. Morris has been vocal in his belief the third-year back is the best player in the NFL, and he doubled down on that sentiment postgame. However, he also provided an apology to fans who were hoping to see Bijan in the playoffs, which begs…...

2+ hour, 27+ min ago (264+ words) The shorthanded Atlanta Hawks fell to the Detroit Pistons on Friday night, where the East's top team dominated the Hawks by being more physical. The Hawks aren't exactly the strongest team. Their wings, with the exception of Dyson Daniels, are all on the skinnier side of NBA players, and this was readily apparent against Detroit. In a vacuum, I prefer Atlanta's approach to teambuilding. A player like Newell, with proven shooting and a high IQ (for a rookie, at least), is a far safer bet than a player like Holland, who failed to impress in any department outside of athleticism with the G League Ignite. But we don't live in a vacuum. The Hawks' overall lack of size allows teams like the Pistons to dominate them inside. The Pistons scored 72 points in the paint " over half their total points and…...

2+ hour, 27+ min ago (101+ words) I hope everybody's having a lovely evening out there. Enjoy the open thread. Here's a random clip: Offseason open thread: December 13 I hope everybody's having a lovely evening out there. Enjoy the open thread. Here's a random clip: A daily roundup of Atlanta Braves news This is the title for the native ad Read some tea leaves, or don't The Winter Meetings are winding down. Hopefully there's more action later on! The Braves will end up spending more than Soroka on a reliever that's probably gonna be worse than him, I'm guessing...

2+ hour, 30+ min ago (220+ words) The Georgia Bulldogs football team is gearing up for another National Championship run in the College Football Playoff, and their counterparts on the hardwood are also off to a fantastic start to their season. The Dawgs" men"s basketball program picked up its eighth win of the season on Saturday afternoon with a dominant 84-65 win against the Cincinnati Bearcats in State Farm Arena down in Atlanta, Georgia. The Dawgs were led in scoring by junior point guard Blue Cain, who racked up 22 points, 5 assists, and 5 rebounds while shooting 5/12 from the field and sinking 12 of his 14 free throws. As a unit, Georgia shot 50% from the field while holding the Bearcats to 35%, and also managed to out-rebound their Big 12 foes 41 to 37 on the day, with sophomore big man Somto Cyril leading the way with 7 boards. This dominant showing follows up the 107-73 beatdown…...

3+ hour, 3+ min ago (119+ words) The car veered off the road, hit a pole and burst into flames, police said. ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) " Two people died in a fiery single-car crash on I-75 on Saturday morning, according to Atlanta police. Officers were called to the accident near Cleveland Avenue SW at around 3:15 a.m. Investigators believe a Kia Sportage was traveling southbound when its driver tried to take the exit and lost control. The car veered off the road, hit a pole and burst into flames, police said. The two victims have not yet been identified. The investigation into the incident is ongoing. This is a developing story. Check back with Atlanta News First as we learn more....

3+ hour, 56+ min ago (203+ words) Owner Clay Oliver came to Atlanta News First to talk about how his business started, plus the various benefits of cold-pressed oils. ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) " Want to shop local for the holidays? Georgia Grown has you covered. Created by the Georgia Department of Agriculture to help support farmers, Georgia Grown has released a holiday shoppers" guide with 14 pages listing small businesses from across the state " including Oliver Farm Artisan Oils. Owner Clay Oliver came to Atlanta News First to talk about how his business started, plus the various benefits of cold-pressed oils. Restaurant Report Card: Longhorn Steakhouse fails with 61; The Porter earns 100 High school football coach arrested for allegedly hitting and choking players, GBI says Another business to close at Atlantic Station; residents say their community is "crumbling" Atlanta homeowner charged after 2 juveniles shot while allegedly stealing package…...

4+ hour, 3+ min ago (360+ words) Work continues on MARTA's Better Breeze system, which will change'the way transit fares are collected at stations. MARTA is in the process of making changes to Breeze cards and tickets, faregates and validators, ticket vending machines, and modernizing its'mobile app. The transit authority says upcoming work will require detours at the following station entrances: Monday, Dec. 15 " H.E. Holmes StationWest faregates closed. Customers entering through the tunnel from the north parking lot must walk to the east faregates near the bus loop. Allow approximately three extra minutes. Tuesday, Dec. 16 " Civic Center StationOne set of faregates on both the Northbound and Southbound platforms will close. Customers should use the alternate faregates on each platform and allow approximately two extra minutes. Monday, Dec. 22 " Midtown StationSouth faregates facing Peachtree Place closed. Customers should use the north faregates facing 10th Street. Allow approximately three extra minutes. Fare…...