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Trae Young wants Hawks to emulate Thunder's formula

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young is using the Oklahoma City Thunder's success last season as personal motivation for this season. Young, who grew up in Oklahoma and played one season at the University of Oklahoma before turning pro, was inspired by the Thunder's run to the NBA title and would like to see his Hawks follow the same script.

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Trae Young, Hawks rally in fourth quarter to down Magic

Trae Young drained a pair of go-ahead free throws with 21 seconds left on Friday, helping the visiting Atlanta Hawks rally for a 111-107 victory over the Orlando Magic.

NBA News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / October 24

Instant Takeaways From The Hawks Comeback Win Against The Magic

After a tough opening night loss to the Toronto Raptors, the Atlanta Hawks had a bounce-back performance against a formidable rival in the Orlando Magic.

Atlanta Hawks News / Peachtree Hoops / October 24

Hawks complete fourth quarter comeback, defeat Magic 111-107

The Atlanta Hawks were in Orlando on Friday evening to face the Magic after a disappointing season opener against the Toronto Raptors. It would be a tough battle to redeem themselves, as they came into the matchup down Zaccharie Risacher with an ankle injury and Kristaps Porzingis with flu-like symptoms.

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The 'Most 6-three-pointer NBA games' quiz

How many of the NBA players to make at least six three-pointers in a game on 35 or more occasions can you name in five minutes?

The 'Kobe Bryant Trophy winners' quiz

The 'Last 50-point game by NBA team' quiz

The 'Active NBA scoring leaders' quiz

NBA News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / October 24

Atlanta Hawks vs Orlando Magic: Starting Lineups For Tonight's Game

The Atlanta Hawks and the Orlando Magic are getting ready to tip off tonight's game and both teams just announced their starting lineups: G- Trae Young

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The 25 greatest nicknames in NBA history

Hakeem The Dream, Clyde The Glide, Magic: The NBA has produced some incredible nicknames over the decades. Some, like Magic and Penny, have even come to largely replace the player's actual name.

Kristaps Porzingis News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / October 24

Atlanta Hawks Update Kristaps Porzingis Playing Status For Tonight's Game vs Orlando

After a dismal opening night performance vs the Raptors, the Atlanta Hawks will be trying to right the ship tonight on the road vs Orlando. While this is still just an early season game, this is a chance to see two teams who were projected to be among the East's best face each other for the first time this season.

Atlanta Hawks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 23

Patrick Beverley flames Trae Young’s defense in savage film breakdown

Patrick Beverley let Trae Young have it after the Atlanta Hawks’ season opener turned into a rout, ripping into Young’s defense in a blistering film breakdown that stoked an old feud and amplified an ugly night for the franchise.

Atlanta Hawks News / Last Word On Sports / October 23

Do Hawks Need To Change Leaders To Be Birds Of Prey?

The Atlanta Hawks want to be birds of prey this season. Yet, they need to be the aggressors, rather than playing on their heels. Because they were unable to do that in the 2025-26 season opener, they were carrion for the Toronto Raptors.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / October 23

Stock Up, Stock Down For The Atlanta Hawks After Their Opening Night Loss to Toronto

That was not how opening night was supposed to go. In the most anticipated season opener in years for the Atlanta Hawks, they had about as poor of a performance as you could, losing 138-118 to the Raptors.

Trae Young News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 23

Patrick Beverley reignites Trae Young feud after Hawks’ disastrous season opener

On Wednesday evening, the Atlanta Hawks began their 2025-26 NBA season with a dud by getting blown out at home by the Toronto Raptors. Almost nothing went right for the Hawks, who surrendered relentless drives into the paint by the Raptors and shot poorly from the field throughout the evening.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / October 23

Trail Blazers assistant named interim HC amid Chauncey Billups' arrest

First-year Trail Blazers assistant Tiago Splitter will assume head coaching duties in Portland on an interim basis following Chauncey Billups‘ arrest on Thursday.

NBA opening week overshadowed by arrests connected to alleged illegal gambling

Atlanta Hawks News / SportsTalkATL / October 23

Hawks fall flat in season opener versus Raptors

Following what many would consider a dream offseason for the Atlanta Hawks under first-year general manager Onsi Saleh, Wednesday night’s season opener was easily one of the most anticipated in decades.

Atlanta Hawks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 23

Trae Young gets honest on why Hawks’ season opener was ’embarrassing’

ATLANTA, GA – The Atlanta Hawks did not start the season how they wanted, losing their home opener 138-118 to the Toronto Raptors. From tip-off to the end of the game, the Hawks were dominated in the paint, in transition, and on the boards.

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The 'World Series home run leaders' quiz

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NBA News / EasySportz / October 23

Column: Atlanta Hawks Loss to Toronto Raptors a Sign for Early Panic

ATLANTA — The Hawks’ home opener was supposed to be a statement. Instead, it was a disaster piece. Atlanta fell 138–118 to the Toronto Raptors on Oct. 22, and the final score might as well read 138 emptiness vs.

Atlanta Hawks News / Larry Brown Sports / October 22

Full details emerge about Kristaps Porzingis’ mystery illness

Full details about the unusual illness that Kristaps Porzingis dealt with last season have finally emerged.

The Hawks have built a flexible future without sacrificing the present

The 25 greatest international players in NBA history

The 'NBA active block leaders' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker / October 23

10 takeaways from NBA's first full night of games: Clear winner in battle of No. 1 picks

From rookie debuts to rising stars to disappointing teams, here are 10 takeaways from the NBA's first full night of games.

VJ Edgecombe has historic debut for 76ers in comeback win over Celtics

Internet reacts to VJ Edgecombe’s record-setting NBA debut

Physical Knicks break losing streak to Cavaliers in opener

Charles Barkley takes a ruthless shot at Kawhi Leonard during his ESPN debut

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Kristaps Porzingis News / Last Word On Sports / October 22

Porzingis, Hawks Both Open to Contract Extension

The conversation around a contract extension between Kristaps Porzingis and the Hawks has intensified. Atlanta is looking to secure one of its most impactful players for the long term, according to ESPN’s Brian Windhorst.

Atlanta Hawks News / EasySportz / October 22

Column: Atlanta Hawks Poised for ECF Run in 2025-2026

ATLANTA (Oct. 22, 2025) – Buckle up, Hawks fans: the Atlanta Hawks are set for a run. Yes, your eyes are not deceiving you. After missing the Eastern Conference Finals since that magical 2020-21 campaign, this is the year we argue they can break back through — and maybe beyond.

Dyson Daniels News / Fastbreak on SI / October 21

NBA Legend Comments on 'Underpaid' Hawks Star Dyson Daniels

Many NBA fans are applauding the Atlanta Hawks for the new deal they struck with the veteran standout, Dyson Daniels. The NBA legend Dwight Howard had a different reaction.

Atlanta Hawks News / SportsTalkATL / October 21

The Hawks have built a flexible future without sacrificing the present

Sustained success in the NBA without multiple superstars has always been difficult to achieve. And with the way contracts and the salary cap are structured today, it’s harder than ever to roster multiple max-level players while still building a competent supporting cast.

Atlanta Hawks News / Last Word On Sports / October 21