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Key Takeaways From Day Three Of Atlanta Hawks Training Camp

Training camp rolled on for the Atlanta Hawks yesterday in Nashville, and they are going to begin day four today. There are only four days until the Hawks play their first preseason game and less than three weeks until Atlanta gets their season going.

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If The Atlanta Hawks Actually Want Jalen Duren, They Should Wait Until Next Summer

Training camp has begun across the NBA, but the biggest storyline around the league remains the standoff between Jalen Duren and the Detroit Pistons. Duren, a restricted free agent, has until tomorrow to decide on whether or not to play on the $9.6 million qualifying offer.

Luguentz Dort News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 30

Lu Dort makes ‘professional’ comparison between Thunder, Hawks

The Atlanta Hawks made several additions during the offseason, with one of them being Lu Dort from the Oklahoma City Thunder. Dort had been a key contributor for the Thunder throughout his career and was a big reason for them winning the NBA Finals two seasons ago.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / September 30

One Atlanta Hawk Most Likely To Breakout In 2026-2027

The Atlanta Hawks were one of the biggest surprises in the NBA last season, especially after the All-Star Break. Atlanta entered the All-Star Break in 10th place in the Eastern Conference, but finished the season 20-6 and surged to 6th place in the East, where they would hand the Knicks two of their three losses in the playoffs.

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Dyson Daniels News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 30

Hawks’ Dyson Daniels states obvious about ‘very bad’ problem he’s putting all his energy in to fix

The Atlanta Hawks had a solid year on defense last season, and it was once again led by Dyson Daniels and what he’s able to do on the perimeter. Outside of his defense, he made a big impact on the Hawks’ offense as well, but it didn’t come from the 3-point line.

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The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time

The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.

Jalen Johnson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 30

Hawks’ Jalen Johnson knows what he must do to bounce back from ugly Knicks series

The Atlanta Hawks are coming into this season with more experience under their belt, and it started last year in the playoffs against the New York Knicks.

Quin Snyder News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / September 30

The Most Critical Rotation Decisions Quin Snyder Can't Afford to Get Wrong For The Atlanta Hawks

The Atlanta Hawks are on their second day of training camp, and they are still in the process of figuring out how this team fits together. Parts of this team are leftovers from last year, including the starting lineup that was so successful.

Atlanta Hawks News / Hoops Wire / September 29

Hawks believe Lu Dort will make Jalen Johnson better, whether he likes it or not

The Hawks didn’t acquire Luguentz Dort just to make life miserable for opposing scorers. Apparently, Jalen Johnson gets to deal with him, too. Atlanta

Atlanta Hawks News / Peachtree Hoops / September 29

The best quotes of Hawks 2026 Media Day

The Atlanta Hawks are back and ready to start the 2026-27 season, and what better way to know they’re back than Media Day. It always feels like the first day of school, but it’s the time when players all come together and share with the media and fans what’s going through their minds ahead of the season.

NBA News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / September 28

Report: Atlanta Hawks Interested in sign-and-trade for Pistons Center Jalen Duren

Today was media day for several NBA teams, including the Atlanta Hawks and the Detroit Pistons, and training camp is going to begin tomorrow, and before you know it, the preseason will be here.

NBA News / SportsTalkATL / September 28

Report: Hawks among teams interested in trading for Jalen Duren

The relationship between Jalen Duren and the Pistons has soured considerably this offseason as the All-Star big man pushes for a max contract extension worth $287 million.

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The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

Atlanta Hawks News / Peachtree Hoops / September 28

Why the Hawks prioritized adding experience during the offseason

The Atlanta Hawks will be starting training camp tomorrow, and there is a different feel about this team coming into the season. Around this time last year, the Hawks were seen as one of the youngest teams in the league, but still had expectations of being competitive.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / September 27

Atlanta Hawks Roster Bubble Watch: Who's Safe, Who's Fighting for a Spot

The 2026-2027 NBA season is inching closer, with training camp for the rest of the league opening up this week, including the Atlanta Hawks. The Hawks are entering training camp as a team that is flying under the radar in what should be a very competitive Eastern Conference.

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Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / September 27

Projected Atlanta Hawks Starting Lineup and Rotation for 2026-27: Will there be any shakeups?

Training camp begins this week for the Atlanta Hawks and next Monday, they will play their first preseason game of the year. The Hawks chose a different path than most of the other teams in the Eastern Conference.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / September 26

ESPN's Top 100 NBA Players List Has Two Glaring Omissions From The Atlanta Hawks

Ranking the top 100 players in the NBA is, admittedly, not an easy feat. The talent level in the league has never been higher and the apron era has further punished wasted roster spaces.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / September 26

One Offseason Mistake the Atlanta Hawks May Already Be Regretting

This offseason, the Atlanta Hawks decided they weren't trying to jump into contention right away and wanted to see what they could do after last season's shocking turnaround.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / September 25

NBA Notes: Hawks, Jalen Johnson, Rockets, Amen Thompson, Cavs

The Hawks haven’t forgotten how last season ended. It’d be difficult even if they tried. Atlanta led the Knicks 2-1 in the first round before losing three straight games, including a 51-point beating at home in Game 6.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / September 25

Three Atlanta Hawks Storylines I am Buying (and two I am not) Entering Training Camp

Just like that, the NBA offseason is wrapping up and training camp is right around the corner. The Atlanta Hawks will head to Nashville to compete in training camp and then open up the preseason against the Memphis Grizzlies on Oct.

Keon Johnson News / Hoops Rumors / September 23

Hawks Announce Signing Of Keon Johnson

Former first-round pick Keon Johnson has signed with the Hawks, the team announced in an email. No contract details were released, but it’s likely to be an Exhibit 10 deal with a training camp invitation.

Atlanta Hawks News / Fadeaway World / September 23

Atlanta Hawks Biggest Strengths And Weaknesses Heading Into 2026-27

A year ago, the Atlanta Hawks were still trying to figure out if they could build another winner around Trae Young. Now Trae is gone, Jalen Johnson is an All-NBA player, CJ McCollum is running the backcourt, and half the rotation looks built to make life miserable for opposing guards.

Ryan Nembhard News / Hoops Wire / September 23

Hornets expected to waive Ryan Nembhard after Hawks trade

The Hornets are expected to waive guard Ryan Nembhard after acquiring him from the Hawks, according to Shams Charania of ESPN. Charlotte completed the trade Tuesday night, sending Dorian Finney-Smith to Atlanta for Nembhard, Buddy Hield and cash.

Dorian Finney-Smith News / Yardbarker / September 22

Dorian Finney-Smith left in limbo after second trade of summer

Last summer, Finney-Smith signed with the Houston Rockets, in part because he wanted to return to Texas. Now he's buried on the Atlanta Hawks depth chart after being traded for the second time this summer.

Hawks, Hornets swap veterans in three-player trade

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NBA News / Yardbarker / September 22

Hawks, Hornets swap veterans in three-player trade

With the two veterans in Hield and Finney-Smith swapping teams, it'll be intriguing to see which of the two makes a bigger impact for their new team.

Hawks C Henri Veesaar tears ACL in workout, to miss ‘26-27

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Henri Veesaar News / Hoops Rumors / September 21

Hawks’ Veesaar Expected To Miss 2026/27 Due To Torn ACL

Rookie center Henri Veesaar sustained a torn ACL in his right knee during a workout on September 15 and will undergo surgery next month, the Hawks announced in a press release.