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Jalen Johnson Returns to Atlanta Hawks Starting Lineup For Matchup vs Blazers

The Hawks have had two days to rest and get ready for the big stretch of games that is coming in the month of March. Atlanta ended February on a three-game winning streak and moved their overall record to 30-31.

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Atlanta Hawks Announce Final Playing Status For Jalen Johnson and Nickeil Alexander-Walker For Tonight's Game

The Hawks have had two days to rest and get ready for the big stretch of games that is coming in the month of March. Atlanta ended February on a three game winning streak and moved their overall record to 30-31.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / March 1

Final Score Picks and Predictions For Hawks vs Blazers Matchup

Atlanta Hawks News / Field Level Media / March 1

Hawks try again, this time against Blazers, to reach elusive .500 mark

The Atlanta Hawks will try to get to the .500 mark for the first time since December when they complete a five-game homestand by hosting the Portland Trail Blazers on Sunday.

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The 'NBA 30-point game leaders' quiz

How many of the players with at least 200-career 30-point games in NBA history can you name in six minutes?

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Rayj Dennis News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 28

Exclusive: Hawks’ RayJ Dennis navigating whirlwind of a season

The start of the 2025-26 season was anything but stable for Atlanta Hawks guard RayJ Dennis. After beginning the year with the Indiana Pacers, he was cut at the end of the November when the team signed Ethan Thompson.

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The 23 best NBA players with exactly one All-Star appearance

The NBA is a league built on the backs of its stars. Every now and then, guys in the NBA will raise their play to All-Star level, and sometimes, that run only lasts for one season.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / February 28

Three Atlanta Hawks Storylines to Watch In March

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 28

Hawks selling Magic City inspired hoodies after viral announcement

The Atlanta Hawks have officially begun selling their Magic City-inspired merchandise following a viral announcement that drew national attention earlier this week.

NBA News / HITC / February 28

Draymond Green defends Steve Kerr amid Jonathan Kuminga’s stunning form with Hawks

Draymond Green has stepped in to defend Steve Kerr following Jonathan Kuminga’s fast start with the Atlanta Hawks. Kuminga has impressed in his first appearances since being traded, prompting renewed debate about how he was utilised previously.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / February 27

Do the Hawks Have One Of The NBA's Most Underrated Starting Lineups?

The Atlanta Hawks have made quite a few changes to their starting five this season. They began the year with Trae Young and Kristaps Porzingis, but then Young was hurt and later traded.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 27

Hawks see massive spike in ticket prices after Magic City Night announcement

The Atlanta Hawks experienced a sharp surge in ticket prices after announcing their upcoming “Magic City Night” promotion in collaboration with Magic City.

Zaccharie Risacher News / The Lead / February 27

What’s Going Wrong for Zaccharie Risacher?

During his rookie season last year, Zaccharie Risacher came off the bench for his first two games. After those two games, the former number one overall pick was inserted into the starting lineup for the rest of the season.

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20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest

Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / February 27

Will Jonathan Kuminga Remain In Atlanta's Starting Lineup When Jalen Johnson Returns?

The Atlanta Hawks have won three in a row and four of their last five games since the All-Star Break and they remain in striking distance of a potential playoff bid.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 27

What Lou Williams said about Hawks’ surprising Magic City partnership

The Atlanta Hawks’ unexpected collaboration with Magic City drew national attention this week, and former NBA guard Lou Williams fully supported the partnership.

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Atlanta Hawks News / Peachtree Hoops / February 27

McCollum, Kispert lead way as short-handed Hawks throttle Wizards

For the second time this week, the Atlanta Hawks squared off against the hapless Washington Wizards in front of their home fans at State Farm Arena. After

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / February 27

Hawks Make Former Wizards Pay in 126-96 Blowout

There’s something poetic about a revenge game, even if neither player would call it that. CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert walked back into the Atlanta Hawks locker room, looked across the court at their former Washington Wizards teammates, and promptly put on a clinic.

Atlanta Hawks News / Field Level Media / February 26

Corey Kispert, CJ McCollum carry Hawks past their ex-team, Wizards

Corey Kispert and CJ McCollum took it to their old team on Thursday, combining for 58 points to help the Atlanta Hawks roll to a 126-96 win over the visiting Washington Wizards.

Jalen Johnson News / Total Apex Sports / February 25

Atlanta Hawks Enter a New Era With Jalen Johnson

The Atlanta Hawks have been entering a new era with their new star, Jalen Johnson. Hawks Vice President of Basketball Operations, Dominique Wilkins, has positively commented on Johnson, 24, in an exclusive interview with Casino.org.

Atlanta Hawks News / SportsTalkATL / February 25

Jonathan Kuminga shines in Atlanta Hawks debut

For the first time since he was acquired ahead of the trade deadline, Jonathan Kuminga suited up for the Hawks on Tuesday night against the Wizards and did not disappoint, dropping a season-high 27 points in just 24 minutes.

Jonathan Kuminga News / Yardbarker / February 25

Jonathan Kuminga dazzles in Hawks debut after Warriors trade

Jonathan Kuminga dazzles in Hawks debut after getting dumped by Warriors

Jonathan Kuminga couldn't get on the floor with the Golden State Warriors. In his first game with the Atlanta Hawks, he showed his old team — and the NBA world — what they were missing.

Draymond Green pulls an unusual move on DeAndre Jordan during game

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Spurs don't let Pistons push them around in ninth straight win

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Nikola Djurisic News / Hoops Rumors / February 24

Djurisic Returning To Serbia After Getting Waived By Hawks

Nikola Djurisic, who was waived by the Hawks last week, is on the verge of signing with Serbia’s Crvena Zvezda, Eurohoops.net relays via a Meridian Sport report.

Jalen Johnson News / Athlon Sports / February 24

Hawks Announce Jalen Johnson Injury Update After Leaving Wizards Game

Atlanta Hawks star Jalen Johnson is in the midst of his best year as a pro. Heading into Tuesday’s matchup against the Washington Wizards, the fifth-year small forward has produced averages of 23.4 points on 49.4% shooting, 10.8 rebounds, 8.1 assists and 1.3 steals in 35.8 minutes per contest.

Atlanta Hawks News / SportsTalkATL / February 23

An updated look at the Atlanta Hawks lottery odds

The NBA is entering the final quarter of the season, and it’s fair to say the Atlanta Hawks’ season has been disappointing on the floor. This is a club that came in with legitimate aspirations to compete in the Eastern Conference following the offseason acquisitions of Kristaps Porzingis, Nickeil Alexander-Walker, and Luke Kennard.