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On YouTubeAtlanta Hawks News / Last Word On Sports / December 20
2 Troubling Trends For The Atlanta Hawks
The Atlanta Hawks got off to a hot start, despite Trae Young’s suffering a sprained MCL on Oct. 29. Young returned to the court to face the Charlotte Hornets on Dec.
Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / December 20
Ranking Atlanta Hawks Most Untouchable Trade Assets
When you get midway through December, it becomes trade season in the NBA. Teams are nearing the halfway point in the season and teams are going to have to decide whether to push their chips in the middle and try to go for it, become sellers and try to stockpile assets, or just stand pat and ride with the team they have.
NBA News / Peachtree Hoops / December 20
Hawks get smoked by Spurs in biggest loss of the season 
After falling just short against a scorching Charlotte Hornets side on Thursday, the Atlanta Hawks were blown out on their home floor on Friday night, looking lifeless in a 126-98 defeat to Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs.
The 'Youngest 40-point NBA games' quiz
How many of the NBA players to score at least 40 points in a game before turning 21 years old can you name in six minutes?
Atlanta Hawks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 20
Dyson Daniels reveals the Victor Wembanyama problem that led to Hawks’ loss
ATLANTA, GA – If nobody knows by now, then they’re not watching: Victor Wembanyama is a problem. The Atlanta Hawks had just come off a tough loss against the Charlotte Hornets and had to come back in less than 24 hours and face one of the most unique players in the NBA.
Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?
Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.
NBA News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / December 19
Four Big Takeaways From The Atlanta Hawks' Blowout Loss Against The San Antonio Spurs
Tonight, the Atlanta Hawks looked to bounce back after a rough comeback loss against Eastern Conference rival Charlotte Hornets in Trae Young's return.
NBA News / Peachtree Hoops / December 19
Hawks can’t find rhythm, lose 126-98 to Spurs
The Atlanta Hawks were back at home on Friday night to face the San Antonio Spurs. Coming off a game against the Charlotte Hornets, where they stormed back late but lost, the Hawks were looking to get a win on the first game of their five-game homestead.
NBA News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / December 19
Starting Lineups Announced For Hawks vs Spurs
It was a tough night for the Hawks on Thursday. In what was supposed to be the triumphant return of Trae Young to the lineup, the Hawks instead gave up 18 first half three pointers to the Hornets (who came into the game 22nd in three-point percentage) and lost.
Trae Young News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 19
Hawks’ Trae Young feels ‘fine’ after injury return, but won’t play vs. Spurs
The Atlanta Hawks fell short against the Charlotte Hornets in their latest game, but the good news is that they were able to get Trae Young back after missing time with a right MCL sprain.
Trae Young News / HITC / December 19
Trae Young return ends in defeat as worrying Hawks numbers fuel trade debate
Trae Young was back in the Atlanta Hawks line-up after a long layoff, returning from an MCL sprain that had kept him out since October 29. Expectations were high for Young’s comeback, but the night did not go as planned for Atlanta.
Trae Young News / NBA Analysis Network / December 19
Atlanta Hawks lose in Trae Young’s return as telling stat suggests it’s time to trade him
Trae Young made his highly anticipated return to the Atlanta Hawks lineup. Trae Young was out since October 29 with a sprained MCL and he returned for the Atlanta Hawks for their matchup against the Charlotte Hornets.
NBA News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / December 18
Instant Takeaways From The Atlanta Hawks Loss Against The Charlotte Hornets
Coming into this game, the Atlanta Hawks were coming off a nice win from a few days prior, where they took a 2-0 season series lead against the Philadelphia 76ers and were looking to do the same in this one tonight against the Charlotte Hornets.
Atlanta Hawks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 18
Hawks’ Jalen Johnson joins LeBron James in ultra-rare NBA club on birthday
Trae Young may have made his much-anticipated return from a knee injury on Thursday night against the Charlotte Hornets, but the Atlanta Hawks have become Jalen Johnson’s team in his absence and that continued with Young still on a minutes restriction.
Atlanta Hawks News / NBA Analysis Network / December 18
Atlanta Hawks open to trading $30.7 million star to ‘vault’ into NBA Championship contention
The Atlanta Hawks are preparing for a major change to their roster. The Atlanta Hawks are currently the seventh seed in the Eastern Conference with a 15-12 record in the 2025-26 NBA season.
NBA News / Last Word On Sports / December 18
Hawks Target Sharpshooting Nets Forward: Is The Trade Worth It?
Every trade window forces front offices to ask the same question. Where can we add the most impact without giving up too much of the future? For the Hawks, that answer often points toward the wing.
Atlanta Hawks News / Athlon Sports / December 17
Hawks Announce Trae Young News After 22 Missed Games
The last time Trae Young saw action for the Atlanta Hawks was on Oct. 29 against the Brooklyn Nets. The four-time All-Star sprained the MCL in his right knee during that game and has since been working his way back to full strength.
NBA News / Field Level Media / December 17
Hawks take scoring surge into matchup with Hornets
Struggles like those experienced by the Atlanta Hawks and Charlotte Hornets mean that progress will have to come in modest terms for now. Case in point: One of the teams will be on a two-game winning streak following their matchup Thursday at Charlotte.
Trae Young News / SportsTalkATL / December 17
Trae Young takes step closer to returning to Hawks
On Tuesday, the Atlanta Hawks announced that Trae Young has been assigned to the College Park Skyhawks, as he’s set to return to practice for the first time since injuring his knee in the fourth game of the season.
Jacob Toppin News / Hoops Rumors / December 15
Hawks Waive Jacob Toppin
The Hawks have waived forward Jacob Toppin, who was on a two-way contract, according to the official transaction log at NBA.com (hat tip to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype).
Kristaps Porzingis News / SportsTalkATL / December 15
Kristaps Porzingis’ stint with the Hawks could be short-lived
According to Shams Charania, the Hawks are going to shutdown Kristaps Porzingis for the next two weeks with an illness and then re-evaluate things in an attempt to prioritize his long-term health this season.
NBA News / Yardbarker / December 14
Jalen Johnson joins pair of legends by making history in Hawks' win
One way to become more of a household name is to make history and join legendary names. That's exactly what Jalen Johnson did during the Atlanta Hawks' 1201-117 win over the Philadelphia 76ers on Sunday night.
Jalen Johnson News / Last Word On Sports / December 12
Why Jalen Johnson Being the Face of Hawks Makes Sense Now
Every franchise eventually has to answer a simple question: who really represents us? For the Atlanta Hawks, that answer has long been Trae Young, the All-Star guard whose shooting range, flair, and offensive load have defined the team’s identity.
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