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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s advice that fueled Nickeil Alexander-Walker’s breakout season

The Atlanta Hawks have been living life without Trae Young for the month of November, and other players have had to step up in his absence. Jalen Johnson has answered the call and was rewarded with Eastern Conference Player of the Week recently, but this week, someone else picked up the phone: Nickeil Alexander-Walker.

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Zach LaVine’s camp pushed for Trae Young trade with Hawks

Sacramento Kings guard Zach LaVine made a strong offseason push to convince the Kings to pursue a trade for Atlanta star Trae Young, according to NBA insider Marc Stein.

NBA News / Peachtree Hoops / November 23

Big win in the Big Easy, Hawks cruise to victory over Pelicans

The Atlanta Hawks were back in action on Saturday night, taking on the sputtering New Orleans Pelicans (losers of eight straight entering last night’s

NBA News / Field Level Media / November 23

Hawks eager to continue winning ways vs. reeling Hornets

During the extended absence of All-Star Trae Young, the Atlanta Hawks have seen Jalen Johnson ascend to a more important role. The Hawks, who host the Charlotte Hornets on Sunday, are 8-4 without Young since he sprained his right MCL against Brooklyn on Oct.

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The '1,000 double-figure NBA games' quiz

How many of the 30 players in NBA history to score in double-figures at least 1,000 times in their career can you name in five minutes?

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NBA News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / November 22

Instant Takeaways From The Atlanta Hawks' Blowout Win Against The New Orleans Pelicans

Tonight, the Hawks took on the NBA's worst team record-wise in the New Orleans Pelicans and did nothing short of dominating. The Hawks finished this game with a blowout victory, a total team effort that showed the team has the potential to be when fully healthy.

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Who is the most-iconic player for every NBA franchise?

Who is the best player in the history of every NBA franchise? That’s a tough question. Who is the most iconic player in the history of every NBA franchise?

NBA News / Peachtree Hoops / November 22

Porziņģis leads Hawks past Pelicans in 115–98 victory

The Atlanta Hawks and the New Orleans Pelicans met tonight in a matchup that placed two teams at different stages of their early-season rhythm on the same stage, each looking to make a statement.

Atlanta Hawks News / Field Level Media / November 22

Kristaps Porzingis, Hawks send Pelicans to ninth straight loss

Kristaps Porzingis scored a season-high 29 points and Vit Krejci added 21 points on seven 3-pointers off the bench as the visiting Atlanta Hawks handed the New Orleans Pelicans their ninth straight loss, 115-98, on Saturday.

NBA News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / November 22

Atlanta Hawks vs New Orleans Pelicans: Starting Lineups For Tonight's Game

After a disappointing loss to the Spurs on Wednesday, the Atlanta Hawks are back on the road tonight as they face the New Orlenas Pelicans. New Orleans is on the second night of a back-to-back, losing in the final minutes last night to the Dallas Mavericks and the Pelicans have lost eight games straight overall as their record stands at 2-14.

Onyeka Okongwu News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / November 22

Atlanta Hawks Announce Onyeka Okongwu's Final Playing Status For Tonight's Game vs New Orleans

Nickeil Alexander-Walker News / Last Word On Sports / November 22

Start Nickeil Alexander-Walker? Hawks’ Lineup Dilemma

The Hawks starting Nickeil Alexander-Walker is becoming less of a hot take and more of a real discussion. As his minutes rise and his role sharpens, the question grows louder.

Nickeil Alexander-Walker News / Field Level Media / November 22

Hawks' Nickeil Alexander-Walker rides hot streak into clash vs. Pelicans

The Atlanta Hawks have been searching for another consistent scorer since Trae Young landed on the injured list earlier this month with a sprained MCL.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / November 21

Hawks Biggest Lesson From The First Month Of The Season Might Not Be So Obvious

Through the first month of the NBA season, the Atlanta Hawks are 9-7 and are tough to decipher. They have been missing star point guard Trae Young for most of the season, center Kristaps Porzingis has missed multiple games, as has second-year forward Zaccharie Risacher.

Trae Young News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 21

Hawks rumors: ‘Fascinating’ Trae Young situation has NBA insiders thinking trade

The Atlanta Hawks are navigating a revealing stretch without Trae Young, and their future now sits at the center of trade rumors as the wins keep coming.

Mouhamed Gueye News / Last Word On Sports / November 20

Mouhamed Gueye’s Development Is Paying Off For The Hawks

The Atlanta Hawks have spent the past few seasons reshaping their frontcourt. Recently, one of the brightest signs in that process has been Mouhamed Gueye and his development.