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NBA Icon and Hall of Famer Bob Pettit Dies at 93
NBA legend and Hall of Famer Bob Pettit has died at the age of 93. Pettit’s death was announced Thursday by the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame. A cause of death was not provided. One of the NBA’s first true superstars, Pettit spent his entire 11-year career with the Milwaukee and St. Louis Hawks, now […] The post NBA Icon and Hall of Famer Bob Pettit Dies at 93 appeared first on Basketball Forever .
Hawks sign Keon Johnson
The Atlanta Hawks have signed former first-round pick Keon Johnson to an Exhibit 10 contract, according to Brad Rowland. Johnson, selected No. 21 overall by the Los Angeles Clippers in the 2021 NBA Draft, has spent the past five seasons moving between the NBA and G League while looking to establish himself as a consistent […] The post Hawks sign Keon Johnson appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Watch Kevin Durant’s hilarious reaction to Amen Thompson’s Media Day session
It was encouraging to see Kevin Durant having fun at the Houston Rockets Media Day. Durant’s cheerfulness was a good omen, especially after his first season with the Rockets did not end as well as he had hoped. The veteran star was hampered by multiple injuries in the first round of the playoffs and was […] The post Watch Kevin Durant’s hilarious reaction to Amen Thompson’s Media Day session appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Hawks Announce Signing Of Keon Johnson
By Arthur Hill | at September 23, 2026 7:26 pm Former first-round pick Keon Johnson has signed with the Hawks, the team announced in an email. No contract details were released, but it’s likely to be an Exhibit 10 deal with a training camp invitation. That would make Johnson eligible to earn a bonus worth up to $91K on top of his G League salary if he gets waived and spends at least 60 days with Atlanta’s affiliate, the College Park Skyhawks. Johnson is ineligible for a two-way contract becaus...
Hawks Announce Signing Of Keon Johnson
Former first-round pick Keon Johnson has signed with the Hawks, the team announced in a press release. No contract details were released, but it’s likely to be an Exhibit 10 deal with a training camp invitation. That would make Johnson eligible to earn a bonus worth up to $91K on top of his G League salary […]
Wizards Notes: Young, Dawkins, Davis, Outlook
By Arthur Hill | at September 23, 2026 6:14 pm Management changes in Atlanta caused Trae Young to want to move on after spending more than seven years with the organization, relays Josh Robbins of The Athletic. Appearing this week on Michael Porter Jr.’s podcast (YouTube link), Young said he didn’t feel the same type of support from the front office after Onsi Saleh took over as the Hawks’ president of basketball operations. “I love the owner, Tony (Ressler), and all the ownership group and ev...
Wizards Notes: Young, Dawkins, Davis, Outlook
Management changes in Atlanta caused Trae Young to want to move on after spending more than seven years with the organization, relays Josh Robbins of The Athletic. Appearing this week on Michael Porter Jr.’s podcast (YouTube link), Young said he didn’t feel the same type of support from the front office after Onsi Saleh took […]
Hawks' defense-first approach aims to be opposite of Trae Young era
The Atlanta Hawks' trades this summer have a defensive identity in mind, which is the opposite of the Trae Young era.
Atlanta Hawks Biggest Strengths And Weaknesses Heading Into 2026-27
Here’s a look at the Hawks’ biggest strengths and weaknesses heading into 2026-27 after another offseason that changed the whole roster.
Hawks given more ammunition for deadline masterclass with newest contract
Atlanta has a laughable number of expiring and non-guaranteed contracts they could part with at the trade deadline.
Hawks given ultimate rotation boost with latest summer addition
Dorian Finney-Smith can help the Atlanta Hawks finally breakthrough this season - giving them their best ten-man rotation in years.
Hawks may face unexpected setback after dealing two young point guards
Dealing two of their young point guards could come back to bite the Atlanta Hawks as they aim for contention.
Kingston Flemings is the biggest winner of Hawks’ roster shakeup
The Hawks moving on from Devin Carter and Ryan Nembhard creates a clearer path for Kingston Flemings.
Mouhamed Gueye surviving Hawks roster crunch sends clear message
Mouhamed Gueye appeared vulnerable as the Hawks finalized their roster, but Atlanta kept him through its latest trade.
Jeff Teague REACTS to Raptors giving Kawhi Leonard the BAG + Are 76ers LeBron’s BEST starting 5 ever
On the Wednesday, September 23 episode of 520 in the Morning, Jeff Teague, DJ Wells, and B Hen react to Kawhi Leonard getting PAID by the Toronto Raptors to the tune of 2 years and 115 million dollars. The guys talk about how Kawhi keeps getting new contracts, and debate whether the Raptors can contend in the eastern conference. The guys then debate whether the Philadelphia 76ers are LeBron James’ BEST starting lineup he’s ever had, and react to the Atlanta Hawks trading Buddy Hield for Dorria...
Trae Young drops bold statement on why Hawks tenure was unsuccessful
Trae Young has shared his thoughts on why his tenure with the Atlanta Hawks wasn't successful. Appearing on the Curious Mike podcast with Brooklyn Nets star Michael Porter Jr. , Young said that he didn't have enough help to seriously compete with the Hawks. "I don't know if I've ever had a teammate that can draw double teams," he stated. He and Porter then joked that Young has probably never gotten a catch-and-shoot three arguing that he has always had to create for himself with no secondary c...
Nuggets among multiple teams expected to pursue Ryan Nembhard if waived
The Nuggets are among multiple teams expected to show interest in Ryan Nembhard if the Hornets waive him, according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line. Charlotte acquired Nembhard from the Hawks on Tuesday night as part of the trade that sent Dorian Finney-Smith to Atlanta. Buddy Hield and cash also went to the Hornets. […] The post Nuggets among multiple teams expected to pursue Ryan Nembhard if waived appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Hornets expected to waive Ryan Nembhard after Hawks trade
The Hornets are expected to waive guard Ryan Nembhard after acquiring him from the Hawks, according to Shams Charania of ESPN. Charlotte completed the trade Tuesday night, sending Dorian Finney-Smith to Atlanta for Nembhard, Buddy Hield and cash. Nembhard’s inclusion helped Atlanta turn a two-for-one trade into a needed reduction of its crowded roster. For […] The post Hornets expected to waive Ryan Nembhard after Hawks trade appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Hornets are expected to waive new player with suitors emerging
In a trade that sent Dorian Finney-Smith to the Atlanta Hawks , the Charlotte Hornets acquired Buddy Hield and Ryan Nembhard . According to ESPN's Shams Charania , the Hornets are expected to waive Nembhard as part of the trade. The young guard should have multiple suitors on potential two-way deals after being waived, per Marc Stein . The main candidate is the Denver Nuggets . Nembhard had a game against the Nuggets, where he scored 28 points and 10 assists last December. He has also impresse...
Ryan Nembhard Likely To Be Waived By Hornets
By Dana Gauruder | at September 22, 2026 9:44 pm The Hornets are expected to waive Ryan Nembhard after acquiring him in a trade with the Hawks, ESPN’s Shams Charania reports. The trade was officially completed on Tuesday night with veteran forward Dorian Finney-Smith going to Atlanta in exchange for Buddy Hield, Nembhard and cash. The Hornets now have 18 players on standard contracts, including 17 with guaranteed salaries. Nembhard has a $2,150,917 contract, so waiving him won’t impact Charlot...
Ryan Nembhard Is in Search of New NBA Home
For the second time in the last two months, Gonzaga Bulldogs point guard Ryan Nembhard has been traded. This time, the Atlanta Hawks shipped him off, along with guard Buddy Hield and cash, to the Charlotte Hornets for forward Dorian Finney-Smith, per ESPN’s Shams Charania. Charlotte plans to waive Nembhard, according to ESPN’s Ohm Youngmisuk, […]
Ryan Nembhard's release makes Mavericks' decision to move on easier to understand
Ryan Nembhard's winding path after departing from the Dallas Mavericks is making it easier to understand why the Mavericks moved on from him. The Charlotte Hornets plan to waive him as part of the deal that brought him to Charlotte from the Atlanta Hawks.
Hawks acquire Finney-Smith for Hield, Nembhard
This trade has been rumored about extensively, as I detailed earlier this week. Now, the final details have come in with the Hawks adding in a player they acquired earlier this offseason for money purposes: From the Atlanta Hawks: The Atlanta Hawks have acquired forward Dorian Finney-Smith from the Charlotte Hornets, in exchange for guards […]
Wizards’ Trae Young reveals ‘Iron Man’ experience guarding Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
Trae Young has a knack for goading defenders into committing fouls and reaching the free-throw line, but even the Washington Wizards star was surprised by an encounter he had with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander early last season. During a game between the Atlanta Hawks and Oklahoma City Thunder — he was traded to Washington in January — […] The post Wizards’ Trae Young reveals ‘Iron Man’ experience guarding Shai Gilgeous-Alexander appeared first on ClutchPoints .
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