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PTH Roundtable: final record predictions
In the final Peachtree Hoops roundtable, staff weigh in on the Atlanta Hawks' 2026‑27 outlook. Wes predicts a defensively‑leaning 43‑39 record, landing the 7th seed and a play‑in berth. Garrett is more optimistic, forecasting 48‑34 and a top‑six finish without the play‑in. Graham and Malik both settle on about 47 wins, seeing the Hawks finish 6th in a deeper Eastern Conference. The consensus acknowledges improved competition and the need for Jalen Johnson’s offensive leap, but most expect Atlanta to secure a second straight playoff appearance.
Quin Snyder fully buying into Hawks' biggest strength should terrify the NBA
The Atlanta Hawks' elite perimeter defense is already being put on display, with coach Quin Snyder leaning into their greatest strength.
Zaccharie Risacher's early struggles proving controversial Hawks trade right
Risacher still hasn't lived up to the hype as a three-point shooting threat in the NBA, including his time as a Dallas Maverick.
Hawks' secret weapon giving team invaluable boost during impressive start
Aaron Wiggins has been a phenomenal bench addition three games into the new Atlanta Hawks season.
Jalen Johnson knows exactly what Hawks must not do after first loss of season
Even after a tough loss, Johnson knows the worst thing this Atlanta Hawks team could do is to overreact.
Hawks struggle shooting against the Rockets
In their first home game of the 2026-27 season, the Atlanta Hawks fell to the Houston Rockets despite a strong backcourt effort. The Hawks shot a dismal 13‑for‑49 (26.5%) from three‑point range, while Jalen Johnson led with 26 points. Houston capitalized on the mismatch, hitting 40% from deep and relying on Kevin Durant’s 22 points and Alperen Şengün’s 17 and 10 rebounds. Both teams entered 2‑0, and the Hawks will meet the Rockets again on Oct. 26.
Seven Rockets score in double figures to beat Hawks
The Houston Rockets improved to 3-0 for the first time since the 2017-18 season with a 121-114 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Saturday, October 24, at State Farm Arena. Kevin Durant scored 22 points, while Reed Sheppard and Tari Eason added 19 apiece as Houston held off a late Atlanta rally. Amen Thompson and […] The post Seven Rockets score in double figures to beat Hawks appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Hornets hand Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Heat third straight loss
The Charlotte Hornets defeated the Miami Heat 115-110 on Saturday, October 24, at Spectrum Center, dropping Miami to 0-3 despite a late comeback attempt. Brandon Miller scored 34 points, while Grayson Allen added 20 as Charlotte improved to 2-1 after suffering a 47-point loss to the Atlanta Hawks on Friday. Dennis Schroder contributed 25 points […] The post Hornets hand Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Heat third straight loss appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Rockets zoom past Hawks 121-114
The Houston Rockets edge the Atlanta Hawks 121‑114 on Oct. 24 at State Farm Arena, snapping a tough back‑to‑back stretch after a grueling road win in Austin. Reed Sheppard leads the offense, posting a key three‑pointer, while Alperen Şengün dominates the paint and Kevin Durant logs 36 minutes. Despite missing Steven Adams, Fred VanVleet and Marcus Smart, the Rockets hold a 7‑0 deficit early, rally with a 20‑point surge, and withstand a late Hawks comeback—Atlanta shoots 49 threes (13 made) versus Houston’s 14 of 28. The win marks the Rockets’ 18‑4 record in Sheppard starts and signals a potentially strongest roster in a decade.
Rockets Improve To 3-0 After Win Against Hawks Despite Being Shorthanded; 5 Takeaways
The Houston Rockets improved their early regular season record to 3-0 after a 121-114 victory over the Atlanta Hawks, so are they finally realizing their potential?
Hawks can’t keep up with Rockets in home opener, lose 121-114
In their home opener, the Atlanta Hawks fall 121-114 to the Houston Rockets despite a strong fourth‑quarter push. Jalen Johnson leads with 26 points, nine rebounds and 16 assists, while Nickeil Alexander‑Walker adds 18 points and three early threes. Dyson Daniels contributes a late 3‑pointer and 18 points with eight boards. The Rockets, unbeaten at 2-0 and missing Fred VanVleet, maintain a double‑digit edge throughout, extending the lead to 20 points in the third before sealing the win. The Hawks return to face Houston again on Monday.
Rockets’ Alperen Sengun rattles the rim with insane slam dunk vs. Hawks
The Houston Rockets are flying high after their dramatic win over the San Antonio Spurs, which saw them improve to 2-0. They had sights set on win No. 3 Saturday against the Atlanta Hawks, and Alperen Sengun was more than doing his part. Early in the third quarter, the Turkish big man decided to take […] The post Rockets’ Alperen Sengun rattles the rim with insane slam dunk vs. Hawks appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Rockets at Hawks: start time, TV, streaming, radio, game thread
The Hawks aim to kickstart their home schedule with a win over the Houston Rockets. Hawks starting lineup: G CJ McCollum G Nickeil Alexander-Walker F Dyson Daniels F Jalen Johnson C Onyeka Okongwu Please join in the comments below as you follow along. Where, When, and How to Watch and Listen Location: State Farm Arena, […]
Rockets Fly To Atlanta To Face Soaring Hawks
Houston Rockets vs. Atlanta Hawks October 24th, 2026 Location: State Farm Arena, Atlanta GA Time: 7:30 PM CST TV: Space City Home Network Radio:KBME Sports Talk 790 / KLTN 102.9 (en español) Probable Starters Rockets: Reed Sheppard? Tari Eason? Bruce Thornton? Bog Bog?, Amen Thompson, Jabari Smith Jr., Kevin Durant, Alperen Sengun Hwaks: CJ “Gollum” […]
How to watch Rockets vs Hawks: Live stream NBA, TV channel
The Houston Rockets travel to Atlanta to face the Hawks on Saturday night in an intriguing interconference matchup as both teams continue the opening week of the 2026-27 NBA season. How to Watch Rockets vs Hawks Houston enters the new…
Rockets-Hawks injury report features multiple questionable players
The Houston Rockets and Atlanta Hawks will each carry several injury designations into Saturday night’s matchup as both teams complete the second half of a back-to-back. Houston listed Reed Sheppard as questionable with a left knee contusion and bone bruise ahead of the 8:30 p.m. ET contest in Atlanta. Steven Adams and Fred VanVleet will […] The post Rockets-Hawks injury report features multiple questionable players appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Dyson Daniels making strong case for award he should've already won
The Great Barrier Thief - Atlanta's Dyson Daniels - is on a mission to win the 2027 Defensive Player Of The Year award.
Dyson Daniels' most underrated skill gave Hawks early advantage before domination
Daniels excelled in a key department during Atlanta's dominant victory over the Charlotte Hornets.
Hawks showcase defensive potential in franchise-record win at Hornets
The Atlanta Hawks continued their unbeaten start to the 2026-27 season as they notched a record-margin victory against the Charlotte Hornets with a 128-81 battering on Friday night at Spectrum Center; a winning margin of 48 points. The Hawks’ scoring was led by Jalen Johnson’s and Aaron Wiggins’ 19 points apiece as seven players scored […]
Houston Rockets vs. Atlanta Hawks game preview
With this being the second night of a back-to-back, you know the drill. This preview is being written before tip-off between the Houston Rockets and San Antonio Spurs. It’s also being written before the Atlanta Hawks take on the Charlotte Bobcats in North Carolina. So if anything weird happens in those games and I’m not […]
Charlotte Hornets vs Atlanta Hawks: Game 2 recap and analysis
The Charlotte Hornets had an absolute nightmare of a home opener in front of a restless home crowd. The post Charlotte Hornets vs Atlanta Hawks: Game 2 recap and analysis first appeared on At The Hive .
Magic’s Paolo Banchero sufferers ankle injury vs. Timberwolves, per Sean Sweeney
Despite falling to the Atlanta Hawks in their season opener, the Orlando Magic could take comfort in knowing that Paolo Banchero filled up the stat sheet with a historic game. They lost again on Friday night, and this defeat is accompanied by far more concern. The franchise pillar suffered an ankle injury versus the Minnesota […] The post Magic’s Paolo Banchero sufferers ankle injury vs. Timberwolves, per Sean Sweeney appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Hawks’ Dyson Daniels puts on a steal master class against the Hornets
It’s clear to Atlanta Hawks guard Dyson Daniels that his shooting needs major improvement, which is why he spent much of the offseason trying to fix it. However, his big strength remains his defense, and he put that on full display in the Hawks’ 128-81 demolition of the Charlotte Hornets. “The Great Barrier Thief” absolutely […] The post Hawks’ Dyson Daniels puts on a steal master class against the Hornets appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Hawks’ defense shines, defeat Hornets 128-81
The Atlanta Hawks were in Charlotte on Friday evening to face the Hornets. Both teams are coming off wins in their season opener, with the Hawks defeating the Orlando Magic and the Hornets defeating the Brooklyn Nets. The Hawks and Hornets had a few battles last season, but the latter has made several changes to […]
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