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Hawks' first-round playoff opponent revealed after Eastern Conference stunner
56+ min ago (484+ words) The regular season is over. After a rollercoaster year that saw a depleted team rise into contention, the Atlanta Hawks have finished with a record of 46-36. They're now focused on one thing and one thing only: the postseason. Shortly after…...
Unbelievable Hawks stat shows just how connected they've become
9+ hour ago (443+ words) Many things can be looked at as a cause for the unprecedented resurgence of the Atlanta Hawks, but none truly capture the weight of their turnaround like their assist numbers. These guys move the ball better than any other team…...
Hawks" hidden advantage emerging ahead of potential first-round clash
14+ hour, 12+ min ago (295+ words) Atlanta's recent stretch has offered subtle clues about how this team stacks up against different styles. Against Cleveland, the challenge is difficult to ignore. The combination of'Jarrett Allen'and'Evan Mobley'presents a physical frontcourt that can control the paint on both ends....
Dyson Daniels has quietly become everything the Hawks need him to be
3+ day, 9+ hour ago (471+ words) The Atlanta Hawks have built a roster with an eye-opening number of shot creators capable of putting points on the board. That includes franchise player Jalen Johnson, standout guards Nickeil Alexander-Walker and CJ Mc Collum, and up-and-coming forward Jonathan Kuminga....
Jonathan Kuminga just showed Hawks how desperately they need him
3+ day, 11+ hour ago (539+ words) Atlanta Hawks forward Jonathan Kuminga has become one of the most enigmatic players in the NBA. Few dispute the appeal of his impressive combination of size, athleticism, and scoring proficiency, but his inconsistency has caused many to downplay his potential....
Onyeka Okongwu toeing thin line as Hawks risk losing elite balance
5+ day, 11+ hour ago (529+ words) The Atlanta Hawks have built a starting lineup that deserves every ounce of the weight carried by the word, "Elite." Across 761 possessions, the five-man unit of Nickeil Alexander-Walker, Dyson Daniels, Jalen Johnson, CJ Mc Collum, and Onyeka Okongwu ranks in…...
Hawks are vindicated in definitive way with Nickeil Alexander-Walker decision
1+ week, 15+ hour ago (588+ words) The Atlanta Hawks made a big swing this past summer, investing their resources in low-usage wing Nickeil Alexander-Walker and letting Caris Le Vert walk in free agency. Nine months later, the Hawks are definitively vindicated as the two players go…...
Hawks must resist tantalizing NBA Draft temptation despite obvious appeal
1+ week, 1+ day ago (512+ words) Take a gander around the NBA Draft world and it's not hard to understand what analysts expect the Atlanta Hawks to do in June. Equipped with a lottery pick from the New Orleans Pelicans, Atlanta will have a golden opportunity…...
Hawks' hidden defensive gem gave them the biggest boost they never expected
1+ week, 2+ day ago (435+ words) It's hard to pinpoint just how effective the Atlanta Hawks have been on the defensive end this season. They had a slow start, dealt with injuries, got hot, cooled down, made some trades, and got hot again. Onyeka Okongwu, their…...
Hawks' most important roster-building move came long before the season started
1+ week, 2+ day ago (275+ words) Onsi Saleh's reputation among Hawks fans has fluctuated greatly over the past calendar year. When he built this roster in the offseason and added an unprotected pick from the Pelicans, fans were ready to build the statue. When the team…...