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Apr 28, 2026; New York, New York, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard CJ McCollum (3) reacts during the first quarter of game five of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Hawks Double Down on CJ McCollum’s Brilliance with 1-Year Extension

The New York Knicks had a historic championship run this past season. Atlanta’s CJ McCollum stood as one of the biggest threats to...

Camilo RodriguezJune 27, 2026

Jun 23, 2026; New York, NY, USA; The eighth pick in the 2026 NBA draft, Houston guard Kingston Flemings after he was selected by the Atlanta Hawks at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

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The Hawks Sharpened Their Talons in the NBA Draft

The Atlanta Hawks were a team of mystery on the first night of the NBA draft, but clues were lying around. The Hawks’...

Isaiah GerardJune 24, 2026

Apr 28, 2026; New York, New York, USA; Atlanta Hawks head coach Quin Snyder coaches against the New York Knicks during the second quarter of game five of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

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Hawks’ Quin Snyder Proved He’s Worth Betting On

For much of this decade, the Atlanta Hawks found themselves all over the place. The franchise swung between rebuilding, developing, and competing at...

Camilo RodriguezJune 18, 2026

Jun 28, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Hawks first overall draft pick Zaccharie Risacher poses for a photo with general manager Landry Fields at the Emory Sports Medicine Complex. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

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Landry Fields Set The Atlanta Hawks Back

After six years as the Atlanta Hawks’ top executive, Travis Schlenk chose to move into an advisory role with Atlanta in Dec. 2022....

Andrew GrahamJune 12, 2026

Apr 18, 2026; New York, New York, USA; Atlanta Hawks forward Jalen Johnson (1) reacts after a basket during the second half of the 2026 NBA Playoffs against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

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Atlanta Must Prioritize Its Future Around Rising Star Jalen Johnson

For years, the Atlanta Hawks have searched for a franchise cornerstone. The Dejounte Murray Era failed. For years, the team cycled through rosters...

Camilo RodriguezJune 5, 2026

Mar 23, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; The Atlanta Hawks bench reacts after defeating the Memphis Grizzlies at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

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Atlanta Hawks 2026 NBA Draft Preview

The Atlanta Hawks made a lot of changes to their roster over the course of the season. The biggest change was the trade...

Andrew GrahamJune 2, 2026

Apr 30, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard CJ McCollum (3) is defended by New York Knicks guard Landry Shamet (44) in the fourth quarter during game six of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit:

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Hawks Need to Address Lack of Size, Veteran Presence This Offseason

The conclusion of every season offers a period of reflection. Some will see the Atlanta Hawks’ 51-point loss to the New York Knicks...

Andrew GrahamMay 11, 2026

Apr 18, 2026; New York, New York, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard CJ McCollum (3) is guarded by New York Knicks guard Miles McBride (2) during the second half of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

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CJ McCollum Has Put the Atlanta Hawks On His Back

Entering the series, CJ McCollum had by far the most playoff experience on the Atlanta Hawks roster. He is using that experience to...

Andrew GrahamApril 22, 2026

Jan 20, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Atlanta Hawks forward Jalen Johnson (1) is guarded by New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby (8) during the second half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

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Jalen Johnson Is Under More Pressure Than You Think

This season, the Atlanta Hawks front office decided to make Jalen Johnson its franchise star. With that power comes responsibility, and perhaps no...

Andrew GrahamApril 17, 2026

Mar 18, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker (7) celebrates with Atlanta Hawks guard CJ McCollum (3) and Atlanta Hawks guard Dyson Daniels (5) during the first half against the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit:

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The Atlanta Hawks Are Playing with House Money

Since the All-Star break, the Atlanta Hawks have been soaring. The Hawks are playing with house money, and they know it. While Atlanta...

Andrew GrahamApril 13, 2026

Mar 30, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard CJ McCollum (3) reacts against the Boston Celtics in the second half at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mady Mertens-Imagn Images

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CJ McCollum’s Veteran Leadership Has Guided the Atlanta Hawks

It was a rocky start for the veteran CJ McCollum in an Atlanta Hawks uniform. During his first six games with the Hawks,...

Andrew GrahamApril 4, 2026

Mar 23, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker (7) reacts after making a three point basket against the Memphis Grizzlies during the first half at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

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Iron Man Nickeil Alexander-Walker Deserves the NBA MIP Award

The prize acquisition for the Atlanta Hawks last offseason was the free agent signing of Nickeil Alexander-Walker. During his previous two seasons with...

Andrew GrahamMarch 26, 2026