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As the internationally-infused Atlanta Hawks emerge from the All-Star break clinging to the final Play-In Tournament spot in the Eastern Conference, Dyson Daniels remains laser-focused on making noise in the NBA postseason.

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Roster tidbits: Houstan promoted, Djurisic waived, Kuminga sidelined

It’s been a busy day before the return to action for the Atlanta Hawks. First, reports broke about forward Caleb Houstan being converted from his two-way deal onto a standard contract for the rest of the season: Since the Hawks already had 15 standard contract players, they needed to waive someone.

Jonathan Kuminga News / Athlon Sports / February 18

Jonathan Kuminga's Injury Timeline Gets Update From Hawks

Atlanta Hawks forward Jonathan Kuminga has yet to play for his new team this 2025-26 season due to his knee injury. Unfortunately for fans, they will have to wait a bit more to finally see him in action.

NBA News / Field Level Media / February 18

Hawks, 76ers eye turnaround after entering break on skids

The Atlanta Hawks and Philadelphia 76ers have had plenty of time to dwell on their recent disappointing performances. Following the All-Star break, both teams return to the court Thursday when the Hawks visit the Sixers.

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The 'NBA All-Star MVPs' quiz

How many of the NBA All-Star Game MVP Award -- officially named the Kobe Bryant Trophy in 2020 -- in the three-point era (1979-80) can you name in five minutes?

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Atlanta Hawks News / Athlon Sports / February 18

Hawks Release 6-Foot-8 Player After Benching Him All Season

Sometimes the biggest roster decisions don’t come with a lot of noise they happen quietly, after months of waiting for an opportunity that never quite arrives.

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The 23 best NBA players with exactly one All-Star appearance

The NBA is a league built on the backs of its stars. Every now and then, guys in the NBA will raise their play to All-Star level, and sometimes, that run only lasts for one season.

Jonathan Kuminga News / Field Level Media / February 18

Hawks to re-evaluate F Jonathan Kuminga (knee) in 1 week

Forward Jonathan Kuminga, who has yet to play since being acquired Feb. 5 by the Atlanta Hawks, is progressing in his rehabilitation for a left knee bone bruise and will be re-evaluated in about one week, the team said Wednesday.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / February 18

Where Does the Hawks Front Office Rank In The NBA?

The Atlanta Hawks have not been known to have a savy front office during their existence, but that could be changing. After firing Landry Fields last April, Atlanta promoted Onsi Saleh to lead the front office and his first offseason had one massive success along with a couple of smart swings.

Atlanta Hawks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 18

Hawks makes rest-of-season contract decision after All-Star Game

The Atlanta Hawks have had a completely different roster from what they started the season with. It looks as if they have leaned on their young core, and that will be the group to help them finish out the second half of the season.

Atlanta Hawks News / Hoops Rumors / February 18

Hawks Converting Caleb Houstan To Standard Contract

The Hawks are converting Caleb Houstan‘s two-way contract to a standard, rest-of-season deal, sources tell Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link). A 2022

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20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest

Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / February 18

The Atlanta Hawks Have A Big Decision To Make On Their Head Coach This Summer

When the Hawks fired former head coach Nate McMillan in the middle of the 2022-2023 season, they did so with the idea that they'd be able to find a coach who could make them a consistent playoff threat and build a team around Trae Young.

Atlanta Hawks News / Peachtree Hoops / February 18

A schedule lookahead as Hawks look to finish regular season strong

At various points across January and February, the Atlanta Hawks looked like a team that needed the All-Star break. Heading into the break on the back

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Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / February 17

One Thought on Each Member of Atlanta Hawks' Main Rotation Through 56 Games

At the All-Star Break, the Atlanta Hawks find themselves with 26-30 record, good enough for 10th in the Eastern Conference. Atlanta looked to be turning a corner a few games ago when they were 26-27 and in prime position to end the Hornets winning streak.

Atlanta Hawks News / Hoops Wire / February 17

Hawks pick a lane, and a rival scout likes the direction

The Hawks finally chose a path, and at least one NBA scout thinks that matters. A scout who had long been bearish on Atlanta’s ceiling with Trae Young as the centerpiece told Ken Sugiura of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution that the Hawks earned points for clarity ahead of the trade deadline.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / February 17

2026 NBA Draft: Latest Mock Sees Hawks Land The Draft's Most Underrated Superstar

The NBA All-Star Break ends on Thursday and then teams will turn to making their push for the playoffs or if you are some teams, you are trying to position yourself as best you can for the upcoming NBA Draft, which is supposed to be one of the best of all time.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / February 16

Who Are the Three Most Important Hawks Post All-Star Break?

Now that NBA All-Star Weekend is over, it is time to look ahead to the end of the NBA season and what's next for a struggling but young and promising Atlanta Hawks team.

NBA News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / February 16

Anthony Edwards Comments To Jalen Johnson At The All-Star Game sparked speculation among Hawks fans.

Last night, Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards won the NBA All-Star Game MVP in what was one of the best All-Star Games in recent memory. After the game, he appeared to make some comments to Hawks forward Jalen Johnson that certainly caught the attention of nearly every Hawks fan on social media.