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NBA News / Peachtree Hoops / April 16
PTH Roundtable: should Hawks have pushed harder to play the Cavaliers? 
This is the second of a series of roundtable questions I’m asking the staff here at Peachtree Hoops about the Hawks as we approach the postseason. Today’s question: should the Hawks have pushed harder for the 5 seed to play the Cavaliers instead of the Knicks?
Jalen Johnson News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / April 15
Jalen Johnson has Chance To Announce His Arrival As A SuperStar In First Round Series vs Knicks
The NBA Playoffs are where the light shines brightest and good players can elevate to great. This is the first time that this Hawks group has been in the postseason together, which is not something you can say about the Knicks.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 15
Why Hawks are primed to slay Knicks giant in 2026 NBA Playoffs
The Atlanta Hawks have found themselves in a first-round matchup against the New York Knicks, and it has brought back memories of the 2o21 matchup between both teams.
The 'Most 25-PPG NBA seasons' quiz
How many of the 39 players in NBA history to average at least 25 points-per-game in at least five seasons can you name in six minutes?
Atlanta Hawks News / EasySportz / April 15
This NBA Team is a Sleeper Pick to Win it All
ATLANTA — The Atlanta Hawks are not supposed to be in this conversation. That might be exactly why they are. Atlanta Hawks have emerged as a speculative sleeper pick in the NBA title picture, fueled by improved depth, offensive versatility and a roster that finally looks more balanced than in recent seasons.
The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history
In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.
NBA News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / April 15
The Hawks' Rotation Adjustment That Could Define The Series Vs New York Knicks
On paper, the Atlanta Hawks aren't going to be favored against the New York Knicks. The Knicks have gone 4-1 against the Hawks in their last five games and they've always posed a tough matchup for Atlanta.
NBA News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / April 14
Hawks vs Knicks Tactical Breakdown: 3 Ways Atlanta Can Beat New York
With the NBA Playoffs officially set, it is time to start looking into certain matchups and seeing how teams fare against each other. In particular, one of the more anticipated series heading into this postseason is the Atlanta Hawks versus the New York Knicks, a heated rivalry that has grown in recent seasons.
Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / April 13
Projecting the Hawks Starting Lineup, Rotation, and Defensive Assignments Against the Knicks In the NBA Playoffs
For the first time since 2021, the Atlanta Hawks have avoided the play-in tournament and are in the top six of the Eastern Conference. They have been in
Atlanta Hawks News / The Lead / April 13
The Atlanta Hawks Are Playing with House Money
Since the All-Star break, the Atlanta Hawks have been soaring. The Hawks are playing with house money, and they know it. While Atlanta had expectations of being a playoff team before the season, those expectations wavered throughout the season.
The '2025 NBA double-double leader by team' quiz
How many of the players to lead their NBA team in double-doubles for the 2025-26 season can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / EasySportz / April 13
Hawks vs Knicks First-Round Series Preview and Prediction
The 2026 NBA Playoffs open with a matchup that looks straightforward on paper but feels anything but in reality. The Atlanta Hawks, a No. 6 seed, take on the No.
The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career
LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.
Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / April 12
Atlanta Hawks Playoff Schedule: Dates, Times, Opponents, TV Channel
We have an NBA Playoff TV schedule. Well for game one anyway. With the results today, the Hawks will end the season as the No. 6 seed in the Eastern Conference and will face the New York Knicks on Saturday at 6:00 p.m.
NBA News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / April 12
First Thoughts On The Hawks-Knicks First Round NBA Playoffs Matchup
The NBA playoff matchups in the Eastern Conference are set. After coming into Sunday as the likely No. 5 seed, the Orlando Magic's stunning loss to the Boston Celtics paired with the Hawks losing and Raptors winning, means that the Hawks are going to be the No.
NBA News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / April 12
Instant Takeaways From the Atlanta Hawks Season Finale Loss Against the Miami Heat
Coming into this game, the Atlanta Hawks had officially clinched a playoff spot with their win against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Friday, and as a result, decided to sit their starters for rest tonight.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 12
Hawks choose first-round matchup with Knicks on season's final day
With a win on the final day of the NBA season, the Atlanta Hawks could have clinched fifth place in the East and a first-round matchup with the Cleveland Cavaliers. Instead, they sat their starters and let fate — and the Boston Celtics — decide their playoff seed.
Atlanta Hawks News / Athlon Sports / April 12
Final Injury Report for Hawks-Heat: Will Jalen Johnson, Nickeil Alexander-Walker Play?
The Atlanta Hawks are on the road on Sunday night as they host the Miami Heat in an Eastern Conference showdown. Atlanta enters Sunday's contest with a 46-35 record after defeating the Cleveland Cavaliers at home on Friday night.
Atlanta Hawks News / Hoops Wire / April 11
Hawks clinch playoff spot, but No. 5 seed not yet set
The Hawks have officially secured an Eastern Conference playoff berth following Friday’s win over the Cavaliers, the NBA officially announced. Atlanta improved to 46-35 with the victory, also locking up the Southeast Division title.
C.J. McCollum News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 11
When CJ McCollum believes Hawks picked up their playoff momentum
ATLANTA – For the first time since the 2022-2023 season, the Atlanta Hawks will be making a playoff appearance, and they were able to do so after defeating the Cleveland Cavaliers 124-102 in the second-to-last game of the season.
Atlanta Hawks News / Hoops Rumors / April 10
Hawks Clinch Playoff Spot; Top-Four East Seeds Now Locked In
The Hawks have become the fifth Eastern Conference team to clinch a playoff spot after defeating Cleveland on Friday, the NBA announced (via Twitter).
Atlanta Hawks News / Field Level Media / April 10
Hawks clinch playoff spot while walloping Cavs
CJ McCollum scored 25 of his game-high 29 points in the first half and Dyson Daniels collected 13 points, 10 rebounds and 12 assists as the Atlanta Hawks clinched a playoff spot with a 124-102 rout of the visiting Cleveland Cavaliers on Friday night.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / April 10
Hawks, Raptors tied for fifth as East playoff picture intensifies
The East race for fifth is coming down to the wire, and it’s got a little bit of everything. The Hawks and Raptors are tied at 45-35 with two games left, with Toronto holding the tiebreaker after its win over Miami.
Atlanta Hawks News / Hoops Wire / April 8
Cavs offer glimpse of playoff version in win over Hawks
Random dribbles from the Cavaliers’ 122-116 hard-fought home win over the Atlanta Hawks on Wednesday. 1. That third quarter? That is who the Cavaliers need to be in the playoffs.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 7
Knicks' Jalen Brunson takes over late to down Hawks
With their recent 18-2 surge, the Atlanta Hawks have shown they have what it takes to compete with the Eastern Conference's best teams. What they don't have is a player like Jalen Brunson.
C.J. McCollum News / Larry Brown Sports / April 6
CJ McCollum hit one of the wildest shots ever that didn’t count
CJ McCollum was mere milliseconds away Monday from highlight reel immortality. The Atlanta Hawks trailed the New York Knicks 108-105 with 1.2 seconds left on the clock at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Ga.
Nickeil Alexander-Walker News / Yardbarker / April 6
Hawks' Nickeil Alexander-Walker shows why he's Most Improved Player vs. Knicks
Atlanta Hawks guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker inched closer to adding an individual accolade to his resume with a stellar performance in a thriller versus the New York Knicks.
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