Latest news and updates about the Hawks
The Heat need to monitor their point guard depth, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel opines in his latest mailbag. While Davion Mitchell is deserving of the starting job, there are legitimate questions regarding projected backup Dru Smith and two-way player Tre Donaldson on a team that expects to be a contender. Miami […]
The Atlanta Hawks could gain an unexpected edge over the Detroit Pistons next season if Jalen Duren leaves.
Lakers Collin Sexton has bounced around the NBA lately. He’s hoping the Lakers become something more permanent. Sexton signed a two-year, $19 million contract with Los Angeles this summer after finishing last season with the Bulls. He told ESPN LA that the opportunity to finally play for a winner was a major attraction. “I would […] The post NBA Notes: Lakers, Collin Sexton, Hawks, Heat, Bobby Portis Jr. appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Here’s Atlanta Hawks president of basketball operations Onsi Saleh discussing the roster for 2026-27. (via Atlanta Hawks All Access): “We got a lot of young guys. We’re one of the younger teams in the league still, but adding Aaron [Wiggins] and Lu [Dort], we just feel like we’re gonna be a really competitive group including […] The post Onsi Saleh: “We feel like this group is growing at a good pace” appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
These are the results to the Hawks Reacts survey posted earlier this week. The Hawks wheeled and dealt this offseason, offloading former number one pick Zaccharie Risacher, picking up a pair of players of the 2024-25 Oklahoma City Thunder championship team, and adding a group of exciting rookies. But were all the moves the right moves? That […]
Jonathan Kuminga is officially a member of the Timberwolves, as Minnesota finalized its two-year, $12.4 million contract with the former Warriors and Hawks forward, according to the NBA transaction log. The deal, originally agreed to in late August, includes a player option for the second season. The Wolves couldn’t immediately complete the signing because they […] The post Timberwolves’ two-year deal with Jonathan Kuminga now official appeared first on Hoops Wire .
The Minnesota Timberwolves have made the Jonathan Kuminga signing official, closing the door on a short-lived era of Hawks basketball.
The Minnesota Timberwolves have suddenly become a team reminiscent of the Showtime Lakers after the signing of former Hawks and Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga and a trade for former Hornets guard LaMelo Ball. The additions of Ball and Kuminga give coach Chris Finch’s team enough youth, speed and athleticism to run their opponents out of […] The post Jonathan Kuminga headlines 3 Timberwolves NBA 2K27 player ratings that will need major updates this season appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Hawks and their G League affiliate, the College Park Skyhawks, have made a handful of staffing changes, according to a press release. Front office executive Ryan Silverstein has been named College Park’s new general manager after serving as the team’s basketball operations coordinator and a coaching assistant during the Skyhawks’ inaugural season in 2019/20. […]
Here is a look at the Hawks’ projected lineup, full rotation, biggest strengths, and main concerns entering a loaded 2026-27 Eastern Conference.
Jalen Johnson - the Atlanta Hawks' franchise player - has learned more valuable lessons from LeBron James this offseason.
The Atlanta Hawks were already one of the league's quickest teams, and after their most recent additions, it's clear they're doubling down.
Success on the court begins off of it, and the Atlanta Hawks have yet another quality leader on their hands with Jalen Johnson.
The Clippers’ severe salary-cap penalties show why CBA expertise - something Onsi Saleh excels in - has become essential in the modern NBA.
NBA star Draymond Green called out Aaron Turner, agent of his former teammate Jonathan Kuminga, on Wednesday. Green had something to say to Turner on the latest episode of his podcast, “The Draymond Green Show.” The agent claimed that Kuminga was the best player for the Atlanta Hawks when the Golden State Warriors traded him. [...]
The Golden State Warriors are already showing interest in the brother of Atlanta Hawks guard Dyson Daniels ahead of the 2027 NBA Draft.
The Atlanta Hawks have one invaluable factor that could instantly propel them to the top of the Eastern Conference.
After losing to the New York Knicks, 4-2, in the opening round of the playoffs last season, the Atlanta Hawks got a glimpse of what’s to come in Nickeil Alexander-Walker and Lu Dort sharing the floor in 2026-27. In a 97-92 win against Argentina, Alexander-Walker and Dort led Canada in the FIBA World Cup qualifiers. […] The post Why Hawks’ Lu Dort trade is X-factor to taking next playoff step after threatening Knicks appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Lu Dort likely won't get away with as much physicality in Atlanta as he did in Oklahoma City, similar to what Kristaps Porzingis experienced.
Jonathan Kuminga’s agent praised his impact in Atlanta, but his comments also highlighted why a reunion no longer made sense.
Chicago Bulls executive vice president of basketball operations, Bryson Graham's familiarity with the Atlanta Hawks could be a good bet for a trade opportunity.
Hawks Luguentz Dort has changed teams, but at least one of his new Hawks teammates is very familiar. Dort said he’s particularly excited about joining fellow Canadian Nickeil Alexander-Walker in Atlanta. The two go way back, having played together in high school and against each other plenty before reaching the NBA. “It’s amazing. Obviously, Nickeil […] The post NBA Notes: Hawks, Lu Dort, Pistons, Jalen Duren, Wizards appeared first on Hoops Wire .
If Lu Dort and Nickeil Alexander-Walker can play like they did in FIBA during the regular season, the Hawks could be a lock for a playoff spot.
Former Atlanta Hawks forward Jonathan Kuminga's agent continues digging his hole deeper after defending turning down more lucrative contracts.
NAW's leadership and lack of fear helped guide Canada to victory, and Hawks fans shouldn't be too surprised.