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This is the next question in a series of roundtable questions I’m asking the staff here at Peachtree Hoops about the Hawks this upcoming season. The previous roundtable can be found here. Today’s question: what is your prediction for record for the Hawks this season? And how far do they go in the playoffs? Wes: I think the […]
From Peachtree Hoops | about 2 months ago | 1 read
The Toronto Raptors begin their regular season against the Atlanta Hawks on Wednesday. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. EST on Sportsnet. The matchup marks the first time the Raptors open the season on the road since 2011, during which they defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 104-96 on Dec. 8 in a lockout-shortened season. While rookie […]
From Raptors HQ | about 2 months ago | 2 reads
After a promising rookie season as the No. 1 overall pick, Zaccharie Risacher came into his second year looking bigger, stronger, and (maybe) taller. He also came back with a new hairstyle. Nonetheless, Risacher showed a lot of things to be excited for last season. He wasn’t the typical No. 1 pick who had a […]
From Peachtree Hoops | about 2 months ago | 1 read
The Toronto Raptors go up against the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena on Wednesday, October 22, 2025. The game, the first of the 2025-26 season for both teams, starts at 7:30 p.m. ET on FDSSE and SportsNet. The Hawks went 40-42 a season ago and missed the playoffs. The Raptors finished 30-52 during the 2024-25 regular season and missed the playoffs. When is Hawks vs. Raptors? This matchup between the Hawks and Raptors is set to start on Wednesday, October 22, 2025. Be ready to see the ...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | about 2 months ago | 2 reads
This is the next question in a series of roundtable questions I’m asking the staff here at Peachtree Hoops about the Hawks this upcoming season. The previous roundtable can be found here. Today’s question: what is your boldest take for the Hawks in 2025-26? Wes: The Hawks finish top 10 in both offense and defense […]
From Peachtree Hoops | about 2 months ago | 1 read
Iowa basketball has a rich history of producing quality NBA players, including All Stars, league champions, and even an MVP of both the ABA and one of the NBA’s predecessor leagues. However, Iowa’s success in developing productive pros has seriously fallen off in recent decades. Only three former Hawkeyes drafted in the last 20 years […]
From Black Heart Gold Pants | about 2 months ago | 1 read
The Atlanta Hawks square off against the Toronto Raptors as 6-point favorites on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. ET in the season opener for both teams on FDSSE and SportsNet. The matchup has an over/under of 235.5 points. Hawks vs. Raptors Odds Hawks odds to win: -225 Raptors odds to win: +188 Spread: Hawks (-6) Total: 235.5 How to Bet on Hawks vs. Raptors Game Time and Information When: Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. ET Where: State Farm Arena in ...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | about 2 months ago | 2 reads
Today was the deadline for first-round picks in the 2022 NBA Draft to reach rookie extensions with their respective teams, and the big player that met the criteria for Atlanta was last year’s Defensive Player of the Year runner up and reigning Most Improved Player, Dyson Daniels. With a few hours to spare, Shams Charania […]
From Peachtree Hoops | about 2 months ago | 2 reads
This is the second of a series of roundtable questions I’m asking the staff here at Peachtree Hoops about the Hawks this upcoming season. The first roundtable can be found here. The second question: what is the best lineup the Hawks could use to close a game? Wes: I’m going to cheat and give you […]
From Peachtree Hoops | about 2 months ago | 2 reads
As the Brooklyn Nets make their final cuts to round out the roster ahead of the 2025-2026 NBA regular season, one player’s short-lived stint in Brooklyn has come to an end. Just over a month after being acquired from the Atlanta Hawks, the Nets have waived guard Kobe Bufkin. The 22-year-old was traded to Brooklyn […]
From NetsDaily | about 2 months ago | 1 read
This is the first of a series of roundtable questions I’m asking the staff here at Peachtree Hoops about the Hawks this upcoming season. The first question: who is someone that will outperform expectations or break out this season? Wes: I’m keeping my eye on Nickeil Alexander-Walker. Even though he was signed in the offseason […]
From Peachtree Hoops | about 2 months ago | 1 read
Atlanta has not made the playoffs in two seasons. In fact, since they made the Conference Finals in 2021, their success has slowly tailed off. They have lost in the first round twice, had a winning record once, and have had three head coaches. It has been a whirlwind for the Hawks, and not the […]
From Mavs Moneyball | about 2 months ago | 3 reads
Atlanta made some moves towards finalizing their opening day roster. The Hawks announced earlier today that they had waived center Charles Bassey and guard Lamont Butler. That pair will likely clear waivers and end up on the College Park Skyhawks, earning a cool $85,300 if they last a few months with the team. Now, this […]
From Peachtree Hoops | about 2 months ago | 1 read
The Houston Rockets look ready for next week’s season opener. They finished the preseason with a 4-0 record thanks to Thursday night’s 133-115 over the Atlanta Hawks. And while the majority of Houston’s starters sat, one potential starter still got the opportunity to show his stuff, and he sure responded. Reed Sheppard finished the night […]
From The Dream Shake | about 2 months ago | 2 reads
The Atlanta Hawks were at home to face the Houston Rockets in their final preseason game before they get things started next week against the Toronto Raptors. After a thrilling win against the Miami Heat on Monday with none of the regular rotation playing, the Hawks had them back in the finale, with the exception […]
From Peachtree Hoops | about 2 months ago | 1 read
The Hawks conclude their brief preseason slate with their second game against the Rockets. Please join in the comments below as you follow along. Where, When, and How to Watch and Listen Location: State Farm Arena, Atlanta, GA Start Time: 7:30 EST PM TV: ESPN 2 Radio: Sports Radio 92.9 the Game (WZGC-FM) Streaming: Watch ESPN (out of market), Fubo […]
From Peachtree Hoops | about 2 months ago | 2 reads
Houston Rockets vs Atlanta Hawks October 16, 2025 @ 6:30pm CST Location: State Farm Arena – Atlanta, Georgia TV: Space City Home Network/ESPN 2 Online: Rockets App Gametime: 630PM CST The Rockets play their last game of the preseason!
From The Dream Shake | about 2 months ago | 2 reads
At his best, Kristaps Porziņġis is one of the top stretch big men in the league, with the potential to completely change a team on both ends of the court as he enters his 10th season in the NBA. The Atlanta Hawks made a major move this summer by acquiring Kristaps Porziņġis from the Boston […]
From Peachtree Hoops | about 2 months ago | 1 read
The Atlanta Hawks’ preseason adventure continued on Monday night as the Hawks took to State Farm Arena for the first time in the preseason. However, the Hawks’ faithful will have to wait to see home debuts for Kristaps Porzingis and Nickeil Alexander-Walker, the return of Jalen Johnson, and the assembly of the Hawks main roster […]
From Peachtree Hoops | about 2 months ago | 2 reads
After a strong ending to last season for Mouhamed Gueye, many are wondering if they’ll see him take another step in his game this year. Due to Jalen Johnson’s season-ending shoulder injury and several trades, Gueye played in 27 of the Hawks’ last 30 games and started in all but one of them. In 16 […]
From Peachtree Hoops | about 2 months ago | 1 read
The Hawks met the Heat in State Farm Arena for the biggest sports game happening in downtown Atlanta tonight. Miami largely started their expected opening day lineup with both Bam Adebayo and Kel’el Ware in the front court and new addition Norman Powell in the backcourt. Atlanta, however, gave essentially all of their heavy hitters […]
From Peachtree Hoops | about 2 months ago | 2 reads
The Hawks host their first home game of the (preseason) 2025-26 season. Please join in the comments below as you follow along. Where, When, and How to Watch and Listen Location: State Farm Arena, Atlanta, GA Start Time: 6:00 EST PM TV: FanDuel Sports Network Southeast (FDSNSE), NBA TV Radio: Sports Radio 92.9 the Game (WZGC-FM) Streaming: FanDuel Sports Network […]
From Peachtree Hoops | about 2 months ago | 1 read
Trae Young might be the most interesting player in the NBA as we approach the start of the 2025-26 season. Entering his eight year – and (in case you haven’t heard) the final guaranteed year of his contract – Young finally has a roster worthy of his immense playmaking talent, and there will be a […]
From Peachtree Hoops | about 2 months ago | 1 read