Written by

- Contributor @HawksLead

Andrew is a Senior Journalism Student at Georgia State University. From the Atlanta area, he provides comprehensive, opinionated coverage of the Hawks and Braves.

37 Articles
Apr 23, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Hawks forward Jalen Johnson (1) drives to the basket against the New York Knicks in the third quarter during game three of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
HawksNBANBA 2026-27 Preseason PreviewsNBA East

Atlanta Hawks 2026-27 NBA Preseason Preview

The Atlanta Hawks were one of the NBA’s biggest surprises in the 2025-26 season. They went 19-5 over their last 24 games, which...

Oct 1, 2026; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. (13) celebrates with infielder Matt Olson (28) after defeating the Philadelphia Phillies in game three of the Wildcard round for the 2026 MLB Playoffs at Truist Field. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images
MLBTrending

What Are Braves’ Biggest Keys in the NLDS to Defeat Dodgers?

After a hard-fought and emotional Wild Card series win versus the Philadelphia Phillies, the Atlanta Braves will turn their attention to the NLDS....

Sep 29, 2026; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; A general view of a Wild Card logo before game one of the Wildcard round for the 2026 MLB Playoffs between Philadelphia Phillies and Atlanta Braves at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images
MLBTrending

The Atlanta Braves Must Answer Two Questions in the Postseason

Through all the trials and tribulations, the Atlanta Braves won over 90 games this season and are locked into the third seed in...

Mar 16, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets forward Dorian Finney-Smith (2) reacts after a turover during the fourth quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
HawksNBANBA EastTrending

The Atlanta Hawks Are Banking on Dorian Finney-Smith to Bounce Back

As the Atlanta Hawks navigate a roster crunch, they made a trade with the Charlotte Hornets to acquire Dorian Finney-Smith. In return, Atlanta...

Sep 6, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Atlanta Braves right fielder Ronald Acuna Jr. (13) reacts as he runs the bases after hitting a three RBI home run against the Philadelphia Phillies during the eighth inning at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images
MLB

Ronald Acuña Jr. Will Be in Cooperstown

Since his debut in 2018, Ronald Acuña Jr. has been one of baseball’s most exciting players. His power-speed combo has made him one...

Apr 22, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Atlanta Braves pitcher Didier Fuentes (72) pitches against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Sabau-Imagn Images
MLB

What Is the Atlanta Braves’ Long-Term Plan for Didier Fuentes?

In 2025, Didier Fuentes made his MLB debut amid a lost season for the Atlanta Braves. In four starts, Fuentes went 0-3 with...

Apr 3, 2026; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Dyson Daniels (5) drives the ball against Brooklyn Nets guard Nolan Traore (88) during the second half at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images
HawksNBANBA East

The Atlanta Hawks Must Still Address Their Lack of Halfcourt Offense

On paper, the Atlanta Hawks made improvements from last season. Although they didn’t have the most exciting offseason, they made enough progress to...

Aug 12, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Braves third baseman Austin Riley (27) celebrates after a single against the New York Mets in the second inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
MLB

Injuries Ruined Austin Riley’s Rise to Superstardom

Baseball is a game of ups and downs. Things were trending up for Atlanta Braves third baseman Austin Riley, who signed the largest...

Aug 4, 2026; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Braves Lane Thomas (20) bats against the Miami Marlins during the seventh inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images
MLB

The Atlanta Braves Failed to Capitalize at the Trade Deadline

It appeared to be a typical trade deadline for Alex Anthopoulos and the Atlanta Braves. The deadline provides teams with the opportunity to...

Aug 12, 2023; Springfield, MA, USA; Pau Gasol gives his speech as he is inducted into the 2023 Basketball Hall of Fame at Symphony Hall. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-USA TODAYSports
FeaturedHawksNBANBA East

Five Draft Decisions That Changed the Course of Hawks History

Despite being one of the oldest franchises in the NBA, the Atlanta Hawks don’t have the rich history you would expect. They are...

May 29, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Atlanta Braves manager Walt Weiss (22) walks off the field during a pitching change in the fifth inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
FeaturedMLB

Atlanta Braves Manager Walt Weiss Is Learning a Valuable Lesson

On July 27, Atlanta Braves pitcher Connor Thomas recorded one of the worst outings of the season. In 2.2 innings, Thomas allowed 10...

Jul 23, 2026; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Braves third baseman Austin Riley (27) in the dugout before the game against the San Diego Padres at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Godfree-Imagn Images
MLBTrending

The Atlanta Braves Need to Be Aggressive at the Trade Deadline

As the second half of the MLB season gets underway, teams across the league are preparing for the Aug. 3 trade deadline. As...

Jun 5, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars player Kingston Flemings before the game between the San Antonio Spurs and the New York Knicks in game two of the 2026 NBA Finals at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
HawksNBANBA East

Who Has Impressed For the Atlanta Hawks In Summer League?

The Atlanta Hawks have been dominant in Summer League. Going into the festivities, Atlanta had one of the strongest rosters on paper. So...

Apr 30, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Hawks forward Jonathan Kuminga (0) is defended by New York Knicks forward Og Anunoby (8) in the second quarter during game six of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
FeaturedHawksNBA

Who Should Atlanta Hawks Cut to Trim Roster Down from 16 to 15 Players?

So far, the Atlanta Hawks have had quite a busy offseason. At the draft, Atlanta added three new, young players. It used the...