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The Knicks Can Easily Stop the Surging Hawks
Do not undermine the Atlanta Hawks. Despite almost falling into the Play-In, Atlanta was able to instead clinch an automatic ticket to the playoffs by winning 19 of their last 24 games.
NBA News / Peachtree Hoops / April 17
Unpacking the Hawks-Knicks postseason series, part 1 
Upon the release of the injury report for the Atlanta Hawks’ final regular season game against the Miami Heat, two conclusions could’ve be drawn: the Hawks
NBA News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / April 17
Hawks vs Knicks NBA Playoffs: 3 Reasons Atlanta Can Upset New York
While the Atlanta Hawks are heavily underdogs going into this series, there are still multiple ways they can win. Recently, ESPN media have picked against the Hawks to win this series, but they are still favored by most to take it to a sixth or seventh game.
The 'Most NBA-debut points by NBA team' quiz
How many of the players to score the most points in their NBA debut for every franchise can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / SportsTalkATL / April 17
Can Hawks shock the world with an upset over the Knicks?
If you ask the experts over at ESPN, the Hawks shouldn’t even bother showing up to Madison Square Garden on Saturday night for the opening game of their first-round matchup against the Knicks.
The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history
In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 17
3 Hawks bold predictions vs. Knicks in 2026 NBA Playoffs
The Atlanta Hawks will enter the playoffs with nothing to lose and everything to gain. The phrase may be hackneyed, but the Hawks were not even supposed to be here, with a realistic chance of making a deep run and returning to the conference finals.
NBA News / Peachtree Hoops / April 17
PTH Roundtable: hardest Knicks matchup for the Hawks?
This is the third of a series of roundtable questions I’m asking the staff here at Peachtree Hoops about the Hawks as we approach the postseason. Today’s question: what’s the most difficult matchup that the Knicks pose for the Hawks?
Nickeil Alexander-Walker News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 16
Why Nickeil Alexander-Walker is confident in Hawks’ chances as underdogs vs Knicks
The Atlanta Hawks are seen as underdogs going into their series against the New York Knicks, and most of the national media have them losing. The Hawks see it, but they are only focused on what’s in front of them and believe in their ability to compete at the highest level.
NBA News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / April 16
Does the Latest Hawks Injury News Tilt the Series More in the Knicks Favor?
The first round series before the Atlanta Hawks and the New York Knicks begins in two days and Atlanta received some unfortunate injury news today. Backup center Jock Landale, who was injured by Magic center Goga Bitadze in a game two weeks ago, was set to get an update on his status today, but the update was not in the Hawks favor.
Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / April 16
Ranking the Five Most Important Players On The Hawks In Their First Round Series vs Knicks
It is hard to find another team in the NBA that has undergone as many transformations as the Hawks have this season. They began the year as a trendy pick to be a top team in the Eastern Conference.
The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career
LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.
Jalen Johnson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 16
Hawks’ Jalen Johnson fires all of the warnings at Knicks ahead of playoff showdown
The Atlanta Hawks will be in a playoff showdown against the New York Knicks in the first round, and it has the makings of being an entertaining matchup.
Jock Landale News / Hoops Rumors / April 16
Hawks’ Jock Landale Out At Least Two More Weeks
Hawks center Jock Landale is “progressing in his rehabilitation” from a high right ankle sprain, the team announced today in a press release. However, Landale’s return isn’t imminent.
Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / April 16
Best and Worst Case Scenarios For the Atlanta Hawks In the NBA Playoffs
After a brief two year absence, the Atlanta Hawks are back in the postseason. Not only that, but the Hawks have avoided the play-in tournament for the first time in five years and just like five years ago, they are going to play the New York Knicks in the first round of the NBA Playoffs.
Atlanta Hawks News / EasySportz / April 15
This NBA Team is a Sleeper Pick to Win it All
ATLANTA — The Atlanta Hawks are not supposed to be in this conversation. That might be exactly why they are. Atlanta Hawks have emerged as a speculative sleeper pick in the NBA title picture, fueled by improved depth, offensive versatility and a roster that finally looks more balanced than in recent seasons.
NBA News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / April 15
The Hawks' Rotation Adjustment That Could Define The Series Vs New York Knicks
On paper, the Atlanta Hawks aren't going to be favored against the New York Knicks. The Knicks have gone 4-1 against the Hawks in their last five games and they've always posed a tough matchup for Atlanta.
The '2025 NBA double-double leader by team' quiz
How many of the players to lead their NBA team in double-doubles for the 2025-26 season can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / EasySportz / April 13
Hawks vs Knicks First-Round Series Preview and Prediction
The 2026 NBA Playoffs open with a matchup that looks straightforward on paper but feels anything but in reality. The Atlanta Hawks, a No. 6 seed, take on the No.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 12
Hawks choose first-round matchup with Knicks on season's final day
With a win on the final day of the NBA season, the Atlanta Hawks could have clinched fifth place in the East and a first-round matchup with the Cleveland Cavaliers. Instead, they sat their starters and let fate — and the Boston Celtics — decide their playoff seed.
Atlanta Hawks News / Hoops Wire / April 11
Hawks clinch playoff spot, but No. 5 seed not yet set
The Hawks have officially secured an Eastern Conference playoff berth following Friday’s win over the Cavaliers, the NBA officially announced. Atlanta improved to 46-35 with the victory, also locking up the Southeast Division title.
Atlanta Hawks News / Hoops Rumors / April 10
Hawks Clinch Playoff Spot; Top-Four East Seeds Now Locked In
The Hawks have become the fifth Eastern Conference team to clinch a playoff spot after defeating Cleveland on Friday, the NBA announced (via Twitter).
Atlanta Hawks News / Field Level Media / April 10
Hawks clinch playoff spot while walloping Cavs
CJ McCollum scored 25 of his game-high 29 points in the first half and Dyson Daniels collected 13 points, 10 rebounds and 12 assists as the Atlanta Hawks clinched a playoff spot with a 124-102 rout of the visiting Cleveland Cavaliers on Friday night.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / April 10
Hawks, Raptors tied for fifth as East playoff picture intensifies
The East race for fifth is coming down to the wire, and it’s got a little bit of everything. The Hawks and Raptors are tied at 45-35 with two games left, with Toronto holding the tiebreaker after its win over Miami.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 7
Knicks' Jalen Brunson takes over late to down Hawks
With their recent 18-2 surge, the Atlanta Hawks have shown they have what it takes to compete with the Eastern Conference's best teams. What they don't have is a player like Jalen Brunson.
C.J. McCollum News / Larry Brown Sports / April 6
CJ McCollum hit one of the wildest shots ever that didn’t count
CJ McCollum was mere milliseconds away Monday from highlight reel immortality. The Atlanta Hawks trailed the New York Knicks 108-105 with 1.2 seconds left on the clock at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Ga.
Nickeil Alexander-Walker News / Yardbarker / April 6
Hawks' Nickeil Alexander-Walker shows why he's Most Improved Player vs. Knicks
Atlanta Hawks guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker inched closer to adding an individual accolade to his resume with a stellar performance in a thriller versus the New York Knicks.
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