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Atlanta Hawks Make Significant Leap in Latest National Power Rankings

The Hawks hit a bit of a speedbump last night in their loss to the Detroit Pistons, but they have otherwise had a nice run in the 5-10 games. After being below .500 for much of the first part of the year, Atlanta surged, winning 5 straight, including going 4-0 on a West Coast road trip.

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Next Three Games Represent Huge Opportunity For Hawks To Get Back On Track

The Atlanta Hawks had been winners of five straight heading into last night's game against the Detroit Pistons, but only one team was able to extend their winning streak and it was not Atlanta.

Vit Krejci News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 19

Hawks’ Vit Krejci hits craziest 3-pointer of the year — too bad it didn’t mean anything

The Atlanta Hawks watched their night slip away in the final seconds, even after Vit Krejci drilled one of the wildest shots of the season. The moment was loud.

NBA News / Peachtree Hoops / November 19

Hawks comeback bid falls just short versus Pistons

The Atlanta Hawks were defeated by the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday night by a final score of 120-112. The loss brought an end to Atlanta’s five-game winning streak, while Detroit picked up their 11th (!) win in a row.

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Atlanta Hawks News / Hardwood Heroics / November 19

'We’re Not Going to be on a Perfect Streak Forever' – Atlanta Hawks Star is Not Concerned by the End of Their 5-Game Winning Run

Jalen Johnson offered an optimistic take on the Atlanta Hawks’ 120-112 home loss against the red-hot Detroit Pistons last night. During a postgame interview, the 23-year-old swingman lauded the team’s fighting spirit despite being shorthanded.

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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?

Jalen Johnson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 19

Why Hawks’ Jalen Johnson is unbothered by end of 5-game win streak

ATLANTA, GA – The Atlanta Hawks were back at home after a West Coast road trip where they went 4-0, and grew a five-game winning streak in the process.

NBA News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / November 18

Instant Takeaways From The Atlanta Hawks Tough Loss Against The Detroit Pistons

The Atlanta Hawks returned home after a four-game West Coast trip in which they went undefeated, but today they faced another tall test: the number one seed in the Eastern Conference, the Detroit Pistons.

NBA News / Peachtree Hoops / November 18

Red-hot Pistons cool off Hawks in 120–112 showdown

ATLANTA — The Atlanta Hawks and Detroit Pistons entered Tuesday night’s matchup as two of the NBA’s hottest teams, each riding significant momentum into the contest.

Jalen Johnson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 18

Jalen Johnson’s humble reaction to winning Player of the Week award

The Atlanta Hawks have been without Trae Young for the month of November as he recovers from a sprained MCL, but it’s been no problem for the team. Since Young has been sidelined, the Hawks are 7-2 and are playing good basketball on both sides of the ball.

NBA News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / November 18

Atlanta Hawks vs Detroit Pistons: Starting Lineups For Tonight's Game

The two hottest teams in the Eastern Conference are going to go head-to-head tonight in Atlanta. The Hawks, winners of five in a row, will face the Detroit

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / November 18

Hawks Announce The Final Playing Status For Kristaps Porzingis, Onyeka Okongwu, and Zaccharie Risacher

The two hottest teams in the Eastern Conference are going to go head-to-head tonight in Atlanta. The Hawks, winners of five in a row, will face the Detroit

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / November 18

2026 NBA Draft: Hawks Take Five-Star North Carolina Forward in Latest Mock

While the 2026 NBA Draft is months away, it is shaping up to be a loaded group at the top, especially in the top three. The trio of Darryn Peterson, Cameron Boozer, and AJ Dybantsa is looked at as an elite grouping of prospects at the top, but there are several others that are going to round out the top ten.

NBA News / The Predictors / November 17

Hawks rally from 22 down in 4th quarter to stun Suns 124-122

Onyeka Okongwu scored 27 points as the Atlanta Hawks erased a 22-point fourth-quarter deficit to edge the Phoenix Suns 124-122 on Sunday night. The comeback gave Atlanta its fifth straight win and snapped Phoenix’s five-game winning streak, while completing a perfect 4-0 road trip for the Hawks.

NBA News / Last Word On Sports / November 17

Hawks Complete Comeback Against Suns for 5th Straight Win

The Atlanta Hawks defeated the Phoenix Suns 124-122 on Sunday, Nov. 16. They finalized a 22-point fourth-quarter comeback to sweep their West Coast road trip for a fifth consecutive victory.

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Hawks complete huge comeback to win fifth straight

For Hawks fans who have understandably checked out over the last several years, it’s time to check back in. On Sunday night, Atlanta found itself down 22 points in the fourth quarter without two of its best players, Trae Young and Kristaps Porzingis.

Atlanta Hawks News / Total Apex Sports / November 17

Atlanta Hawks Pull Off Crazy 4th Quarter Comeback to Beat Suns

In the heart of the desert, where hope can evaporate as quickly as a drop of water on hot asphalt, the Atlanta Hawks found themselves in a 22-point hole.

NBA News / Field Level Media / November 16

Surging Hawks storm back to beat Suns

Nickeil Alexander-Walker scored 16 of his 26 points in the fourth quarter, Jalen Johnson had 25 points and 10 rebounds, and the Atlanta Hawks overcame

Zaccharie Risacher News / Athlon Sports / November 16

Hawks Announce Unfortunate Zaccharie Risacher News After Leaving Suns Game

The Atlanta Hawks entered Sunday's game against the Phoenix Suns with an 8-5 record. Atlanta had won four in a row and five of the last six games to gain some momentum.

Atlanta Hawks News / Yardbarker / November 14

Jalen Johnson's career-best play is exactly what the Hawks need

Atlanta Hawks small forward Jalen Johnson appears to be hitting his stride now in his fifth NBA season.

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Atlanta Hawks News / EasySportz / November 14

Hawks’ Defense Leaps Forward—And the Blueprint Was Never Hidden

Atlanta’s turnaround on the defensive side is by design, not by chance. Through 13 games, the Atlanta Hawks rank ninth in the NBA in defensive efficiency (fifth before their shootout road win at Utah on Thursday)—a dramatic shift from their middle-of-the-pack status last season.