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Saddiq Bey scored 25 points off the bench, Jeremiah Fears added 20, and the New Orleans Pelicans defeated the Atlanta Hawks 121-99 on Saturday night at Smoothie King Center. The post Pelicans rout Hawks as Saddiq Bey scores 25 off the bench appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Dana Brown returns to the Atlanta Braves, rejoining Alex Anthopoulos' front office to lead amateur scouting after his mixed tenure as the Astros' top executive. The Braves also sign former utility prospect Vidal Brujan on a minor‑league deal, while veteran Carlos Carrasco's 2026 season is reviewed as a possible career swan song. MLB headlines include the Rays trading a Triple‑A reliever to Houston, the Padres waiving Nick Pivetta, the Rays exercising Drew Rasmussen's option, and the Orioles declining Luis Robert Jr.'s club option.
The Atlanta Hawks suffer a humiliating 121-99 defeat to the New Orleans Pelicans at the Smoothie King Center, dropping to 3‑4 on the season. New Orleans surges to a 35‑18 first‑quarter lead and dominates the paint with 66 points, out‑rebounding Atlanta 49‑36 and shooting 57% from the field. Saddiq Bey tops the Pelicans with 25 points, while Zion Williamson and Trey Murphy III add 15 each. The Hawks shoot just 38% overall and a dismal 17% from three, with CJ McCollum leading with 14 points. Injuries strike as Jock Landale exits early, but young players like Asa Newell (13 points) show promise. Coach Quin Snyder must fix defense, rebounding and shooting before the next game against Indiana.
The Atlanta Hawks fell 121-99 to the New Orleans Pelicans on Nov. 1, 2026, and rookie guard Kingston Flemings was ejected late in the fourth quarter after throwing an elbow at Pelicans guard Bryce McGowens. Flemings finished with 12 points, six assists, two rebounds and four steals in 25 minutes. The Hawks, now 3-4 after snapping a three‑game losing streak against Cleveland, were already down 23 points when the incident occurred, so it didn’t alter the outcome. Flemings, the No. 8 pick of the 2026 draft, has been averaging 6.3 points and 4.3 assists off the bench.
Falcons star wideout Drake London, the No. 8 overall pick in 2022, tells Stephen A. Smith he expects USC to beat Ohio State and dismisses rival UCLA’s unbeaten 8‑0 run, calling the Bruins “big brother.” While London prepares for Atlanta’s Week 8 clash with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, he remains confident in the Trojans despite recent losses to Oregon and Wisconsin. His bold remarks sparked a lively reaction on the show, highlighting the ongoing USC‑UCLA rivalry ahead of the college season’s marquee matchup.
The latest NFC roundup spotlights three key storylines. Tampa Bay’s veteran WR Chris Godwin, despite not hitting 50 yards a game, is praised by QB Baker Mayfield and WR coach Bryan McClendon for his blocking and “dirty‑work” that keeps defenses honest. Atlanta’s QB Michael Penix thrives after returning from IR, posting 1,157 yards, nine TDs and only one interception in a 3‑2 stretch, with safety Jessie Bates hailing him as a potential franchise leader. Meanwhile, Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales explains new defensive coaching tweaks are aimed at boosting player confidence and cohesion. All three pieces underscore how non‑stat contributions and leadership shifts are shaping each team’s trajectory.
After three disappointing seasons despite a talent‑laden roster, the Atlanta Falcons have sparked new NFC South optimism. A strong Week 3 showing—defeating two former playoff teams and embarrassing rivals in primetime—has fans believing the team can finally break its playoff drought. With a unified, resilient squad under Kevin Stefanski, a win over Tampa Bay could solidify the Falcons as the division’s most stable contender and raise expectations for a possible South title.
The Falcons enter the 2026 NFC South slate with a razor‑thin 33‑32 edge over the Buccaneers, snapping a five‑game Bucs streak from 2020‑22. The all‑time series has flipped back and forth—Tampa won six straight from 1997‑03 and three three‑game runs, while Atlanta dominated the Matt Ryan era, taking six of seven matchups twice (2008‑12 and 2016‑19). The last six meetings were all decided by one score, and Atlanta has won five of the past seven. In their most recent clash, a 28‑14 third‑quarter surge by Tampa sealed a 31‑28 victory, keeping the Bucs ahead in the division race and leaving the Falcons out of the playoffs.
Tonight’s sports roundup highlights two key matchups. The Atlanta Hawks (3-3) head to New Orleans to face the Pelicans (1-4) at 7 p.m. EDT at the Smoothie King Center, with coverage on Peachtree TV, Atlanta News First, Sports Radio 92.9 the Game, and streams via Amazon Prime, NBA League Pass and YouTube TV. Meanwhile, the Atlanta Dream (3-3) clash with the Golden State Valkyries (first‑ever seven‑game WNBA Finals) at 8 p.m. EDT in San Francisco, televised on NBC/USA and streamed on Peacock. Starting lineups for both games are listed.
The NFL fined two 49ers players for separate incidents during the loss to the Falcons. Find out how much Jordan James and Dre Greenlaw must pay.
In a pre‑game chat dubbed “The Sage of Tampa Bay Sports,” Ira Kaufman and host Joe break down the Buccaneers’ crucial Week 8 home clash against the Falcons. They share locker‑room insights, key player matchups and strategic takeaways, all delivered with their trademark humor. The episode, produced by Bill Currie Ford, is available for streaming via the site, Apple Podcasts, or Podbean.
The Atlanta Falcons promote two players to their active roster for Week 8, including running back Khalil Herbert and linebacker Brian Asamoah. Herbert, a 28‑year‑old former sixth‑round pick who has bounced between the Bears, Bengals, Colts, Seahawks, Jets and 49ers, most recently logged 16 rushes for 52 yards with the Jets in 2025. The moves come as the Falcons look to bolster depth ahead of their October 31, 2026 matchup.
The Atlanta Braves have rehired veteran scout Dana Brown as a senior advisor in their amateur scouting department, reuniting him with President of Baseball Operations Alex Anthopoulos. Brown, who served as Atlanta’s VP of scouting from 2019‑22 before becoming the Houston Astros’ GM, previously worked with Anthopoulos in Montreal, Washington and Toronto. After the Astros dismissed Brown in August 2026 following a middling 81‑81 season and missed playoffs, he returns to a familiar front office to bring his decades of scouting expertise back to Atlanta.
The Falcoholic spotlights ten 2027 NFL Draft prospects to watch during Week 9 of college football, highlighting players who could fill key Falcons needs. Cornerback Brice Pollock (Texas Tech) shows instinctive coverage with two interceptions; running back Kam Davis (Liberty), a former four‑star recruit, posted 166 yards and two TDs last week; tight end Kari Ashley (TCU), a former linebacker, earns a Biletnikoff watch list nod with his 6‑4 frame. Georgia Southern’s cornerback Chance Gamble returns after injury, offering special‑teams upside, while Georgia offensive tackle Earnest Greene III demonstrates solid run blocking for both left and right sides. The list also includes several other standouts, each positioned to impact the Falcons’ 2027 draft strategy as the College Football Playoff rankings approach.
On the 49ers' bye week after a 29-20 loss to Atlanta, analysts say San Francisco is actively hunting a wide receiver before the Nov. 10 trade deadline. Grant Cohn cites Jeremy Fowler’s report that the team is calling trade options to replace injured star Mike Evans, who is battling Achilles tendinitis. Potential targets include the Jets' Garrett Wilson, Saints' Chris Olave, and Texans' Nico Collins, with Cohn suggesting the Niners could strike on a less‑expected name. The article outlines the speculation and timeline as the deadline approaches.
Dana Brown, who guided the Houston Astros as GM from 2023 until their mutual parting in October 2026, lands a senior adviser role in amateur scouting with the Atlanta Braves. The Astros, who clinched the AL West with 81 wins before exiting the Wild Card round, named Randy Flores as their new GM just one day earlier. Brown returns to Atlanta after previous scouting stints with the Braves, Pirates and Nationals, aiming to bolster the Braves' push for a championship following their 2021 title run.
Bob Nightengale reports that former Astros GM Dana Brown is rejoining the Atlanta Braves as a senior advisor for amateur scouting. Brown, 59, previously served in the Braves front office from 2019 to early 2023 before leading Houston from January 2023 until a mutual departure in August 2026. This will be his third collaboration with Braves president Alex Anthopoulos, following a stint with the Toronto Blue Jays. The move signals a return to familiar territory for the veteran executive.
The Atlanta Braves sign utilityman Vidal Bruján to a minor‑league contract, adding depth to the middle infield and outfield. The 28‑year‑old, who appeared in 271 MLB games since his 2021 debut and spent part of 2025 with Atlanta, offers defensive versatility at second base, shortstop, third base and all three outfield spots. While his offense is modest—a career wRC+ of 53 and a sub‑50% stolen‑base success rate—Bruján fills a roster need after the Braves entered the offseason with limited middle‑infield options beyond Ozzie Albies and Jim Jarvis.
Happy Halloween! The Atlanta Hawks are back to take on the New Orleans Pelicans - a strangely familiar foe.
Five games into the 2026‑27 NBA season, the Hoops Wire breaks down the early surprise contenders. Memphis leads the pack at 5‑0 thanks to Cameron Boozer and Ty Jerome, sparking talks of a genuine Grizzlies surge. Boston’s new duo of Jayson Tatum and Paul George fuels a 4‑1 start, hinting at another deep playoff run under rookie coach Joe Mazzulla. Washington’s high‑flying Wizards, with Trae Young, Anthony Davis and No. 1 pick AJ Dybantsa, aim to break a 50‑win drought since 1979. The piece also notes the Hawks’ potential Pacers‑style breakout and the Warriors’ projected .500 finish.
Eight former Iowa State Cyclones saw action in Week 7 of the NFL, combining for 368 snaps across offense, defense and special teams. Notable performances include Xavier Hutchinson (Texans) with a TD catch, 17 receiving yards and three kickoff returns in the Giants’ 27‑21 OT loss, and Brock Purdy (49ers) throwing 27‑40 for 288 yards, one TD and two picks in a 29‑20 defeat to Atlanta. Darien Porter (Raiders) logged seven tackles on defense, while Domonique Orange (Vikings) started on the line in a 16‑10 win over Indianapolis. Injuries sidelined Breece Hall, Jake Hummel, David Montgomery, Jaylin Noel and Kene Nwangwu.
The Tennessee Titans are reportedly more inclined to trade veteran wide receiver Calvin Ridley than running back Tony Pollard before the upcoming deadline, according to Tom Pelissero. The 31‑year‑old, a former 2018 first‑round pick, is in the fourth year of a four‑year, $10.9 million contract after a $11 million pay cut in March. In 2026 he logged just five catches for 81 yards in five games. Sources suggest the Titans may move Ridley, who previously signed a four‑year, $92 million deal with them in 2024.
Veteran right‑hander Carlos “Cookie” Carrasco, who debuted in 2009, returns to the Atlanta Braves for a final stint in 2026. Signed to a minor‑league deal in July 2025 and again in February 2026, the 39‑year‑old was meant to serve as depth amid a wave of injuries. He appeared in eight games, throwing 16 2/3 innings with a 14.2 ERA, 13.3 FIP and –0.2 fWAR, essentially eating innings but delivering erratic results. Highlights include a brief shutdown against Seattle, but he also endured a disastrous outing versus New York, surrendering five runs in the ninth of a 10‑9 loss. After July, Carrasco departed for the KBO’s LG Twins. The piece reviews his career highs—2017 AL win leader, 2019 Roberto Clemente and Comeback Player awards—while assessing his limited impact in Atlanta.
The Browns face a crucial two‑week window before the NFL trade deadline on Nov. 10, with the Colts already sellers and the Titans having moved DT Jeffrey Simmons. Cleveland’s remaining slate includes likely buyers like the Steelers (5‑2) and Giants (4‑2), potential sellers such as the Texans (2‑5) and Raiders (3‑4), and uncertain teams like the Saints and Falcons. The Week 17 matchup against the 2‑5 Colts could yield a low‑level target like Mo Allie‑Cox. The article breaks down which opponents are poised to buy, sell, or sit tight, helping fans gauge the Browns’ trade strategy.
June Jones, former Atlanta Falcons quarterback and head coach, dies on October 29 at 73. The University of Hawaii and Run‑and‑Shoot Certification confirm his passing; he entered hospice care two weeks earlier in Oregon, though the cause remains unreleased. Jones, famed for popularizing the run‑and‑shoot offense, transformed Hawaii from a winless 1998 team to a 9‑4 Oahu Bowl champion in 1999 and led a 12‑0 regular season in 2007 before a Sugar Bowl loss. In the NFL, he coached the Falcons (1994‑96), guiding Jeff George to a playoff berth in 1995, and briefly served as San Diego Chargers interim head coach. His offensive innovations continue to shape modern football.