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Will Hawks Following 2000s Era Pistons Script Define Success?

On Friday, the Atlanta Hawks played without franchise point guard Trae Young for the first time this season, handily defeating the Indiana Pacers after sputtering out of the gates.

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Instant Takeaways From The Hawks 128-108 Win Against The Pacers

The Atlanta Hawks officially began NBA Cup play tonight as they took on the Indiana Pacers in the Hawks' third game of a four-game road trip. Similar to the last game, the Hawks were clicking as a team, and it showed on both ends of the court as they were able to get seven players in double-figure scoring.

NBA News / Field Level Media / October 31

Hawks' balanced effort leads to NBA Cup win over Pacers

Jalen Johnson posted 22 points, 13 rebounds and eight assists as the Atlanta Hawks beat the Indiana Pacers 128-108 in their NBA Cup East Group A opener on Friday in Indianapolis.

NBA News / Peachtree Hoops / October 31

Hawks dominate 3rd quarter, defeat Pacers

The Atlanta Hawks were in Indiana on Friday evening to face the Pacers in their first game of the NBA Cup this evening. With Trae Young ruled out, the Hawks were looking to get another win on their road trip as it’s near its end.

NBA News / Yardbarker / October 31

NBA insider names three superstars who may switch teams

The 2025-26 NBA season is just over a week old, yet things are already starting to get spicy.

Giannis Antetokounmpo focused on basketball not trade rumors

Hawks' Trae Young to undergo MRI to determine severity of knee injury

Red-hot Austin Reaves solidifies his place in Lakers lore

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NBA News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / October 31

Atlanta Hawks vs Indiana Pacers: Starting Lineups For Tonight's Game

The Atlanta Hawks continue their four-game road trip tonight when they face the Indiana Pacers. Atlanta is of course going to be without Trae Young, but the Pacers have their own injury issues to worry about.

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The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars

The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.

Atlanta Hawks News / Peachtree Hoops / October 31

Porzingis post touches, Jalen Johnson’s finishing and more Hawks topics

It’s been a frenetic start to the 2025-26 season for the Atlanta Hawks. Atlanta opened the season with a blowout loss at home against the Toronto Raptors – a performance deemed as “embarrassing” by Trae Young postgame.

Atlanta Hawks News / Last Word On Sports / October 31

How The Hawks Replace Trae Young and Who Fills In For Injured Anthony Davis, Plus Other Injury Updates and NBA News

Even though the 2025-26 NBA season is just underway, injuries have already become a major storyline. Luka Doncic, LeBron James, Anthony Edwards, and Tyrese Haliburton are among the big-name players who are currently sidelined.

Zaccharie Risacher News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / October 30

Atlanta Hawks Make No-Brainer Contract Decision On Zaccharie Risacher

The Atlanta Hawks (2-3) are still in the early portion of their season and while contract decisions are not the main focus for the team right now, Atlanta made a no-brainer decision today regarding last year's No.

Atlanta Hawks News / SportsTalkATL / October 30

Hawks 2026 unprotected first-round pick looking mighty fine

The entire NBA world was stunned on draft night when the Atlanta Hawks somehow convinced the Pelicans to send them an unprotected 2026 first-round pick just to move back about ten spots in the draft.

Nickeil Alexander-Walker News / EasySportz / October 30

Nickeil Alexander-Walker Is Giving the Hawks What They’ve Needed for Years

Smart defense. Reliable offense. Five games in, he’s already raising Atlanta’s floor. The Atlanta Hawks didn’t make the loudest move of the offseason, but they may have made one of the smartest.

Trae Young News / Larry Brown Sports / October 29

Trae Young suffers ugly-looking knee injury after collision with teammate

Atlanta Hawks fans are holding their collective breath right now with Trae Young.

Mavericks' Anthony Davis might be dealing with another injury

Three reasons why the 76ers may be legit contenders in the East

Changing of the guard: 76ers running through Tyrese Maxey, not Joel Embiid

Jonathan Kuminga proving why he was worth the drama for Warriors

Bald don't lie: Jaylen Brown addresses his hairline issues

His Airness Michael Jordan is dragging down NBC's coverage

Kristaps Porzingis News / EssentiallySports / October 29

Is Kristaps Porzingis Playing Tonight vs Nets? Latest Update on Hawks Star’s Injury

The Atlanta Hawks haven’t started the season on a high (1-3), but showed promise in a close 128-123 loss to the undefeated Chicago Bulls on Monday. Now, they head to Brooklyn for the second stop of their four-game road trip.

Atlanta Hawks News / Fadeaway World / October 28

Former NBA Champion Says The Hawks Need More 'Dark-Skinned' Players To Win

The Atlanta Hawks have had a rough start to this season, even with the addition of Kristaps Porzingis this summer. They lost three games so far and are currently 1-3 for the season after losing 123-128 to the Bulls at the end of their opening week.

Atlanta Hawks News / Last Word On Sports / October 28

The Hawks Are Surprisingly Struggling, But Here’s The Silver Lining

ATLANTA — The Hawks have stumbled out of the gate. A 1–3 start has cast a shadow over what was one of the most optimistic offseasons in recent memory. This was supposed to be the season Atlanta reclaimed its place among the Eastern Conference elite.

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Atlanta Hawks News / SportsTalkATL / October 28

Is the Atlanta Hawks 1-3 start a cause for concern?

Despite having five players score at least 17 points — including three starters eclipsing 20 — the Hawks dropped their third game out of four to start the season, falling to the Bulls in Chicago as the home team improved to 3-0.

Atlanta Hawks News / Yardbarker / October 28