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Trae Young News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / August 6

ESPN: Atlanta Hawks Are 'All-In' On Building Around Their Young Core

While the veterans on the team get a ton of attention, the Atlanta Hawks have one of the best young cores in the NBA. Jalen Johnson, Zaccharie Risacher, and Dyson Daniels have established themselves as long-term pieces to build around and if guys like Kobe Bufkin and Asa Newell show enough this season, that will only make things better.

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The 'NBA assist champions' quiz

How many of the players to win the NBA's assist title since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77 season can you name in five minutes?

Mikal Bridges News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NBA minutes leaders by season' quiz

How many of the players to spend the most time on the hardwood in each NBA season since 1995-96 can you name in five minutes?

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NBA News / Hardwood Heroics / August 6

'This is Why You Pay the Man Early' – Atlanta Hawks’ Trae Young Fires Subtle Micah Parsons Shot Amid Extension Talks

After acquiring Kristaps Porzingis, Nickeil Alexander-Walker, and Luke Kennard to retool their roster this summer, next up for the Atlanta Hawks is working on a new contract extension with Trae Young.

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The greatest NBA nicknames of all time

The NBA has had some many great nicknames that it was difficult to narrow this list down to 50, let alone the 30 greatest nicknames of all time. So with apologies to the honorable mention nicknames below, here are the greatest nicknames of all time...

Trae Young News / NBA Analysis Network / August 6

Marc Spears reveals what he’s been told about Trae Young’s contract talks with the Atlanta Hawks, ‘don’t be surprised’

Trae Young could be the next NBA star in line to sign a contract extension this offseason. Luka Doncic, De’Aaron Fox, and Mikal Bridges have all agreed to lucrative new deals in the past week or so.

Atlanta Hawks News / The SportsRush / August 6

'He’s a Star': ESPN Analyst Defends Trae Young as Hawks Delay Contract Extension Talks

It’s been a week of big contract extensions in the NBA. Mikal Bridges, De’Aaron Fox, and, of course, Luka Doncic all penned new deals with their respective franchises.

Trae Young News / SportsTalkATL / August 5

Report: Trae Young disappointed Hawks haven’t offered max contract

It’s been all positives this offseason for the Atlanta Hawks. New general manager Onsi Saleh has announced his presence to the rest of the league, acquiring several pieces in free agency that put the Hawks near the top of a wide open Eastern Conference.

Trae Young News / Larry Brown Sports / August 5

Star player is reportedly 'disappointed' with Hawks

The Atlanta Hawks star is reportedly feeling some frustration with the team over how they have handled his contract situation.

Will Hawks get contract extension done with defensive star?

The post-draft, post-free agency NBA team power rankings

The 'Most 40-point games since the NBA/ABA merger' quiz

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Who are the 25 best shooters in the NBA right now?

Here's the best shooter in the world, followed by the 24 guys who have a legitimate claim at being the second-best shooter in the world.

Atlanta Hawks News / Hoops Wire / August 5

NBA Rumors: Hawks, Trae Young, Heat, Russell Westbrook, Richaun Holmes

The Hawks have yet to offer All-Star guard Trae Young a contract extension, per NBA insider Marc Spears of ESPN. Young is currently eligible for a four-year deal worth $229 million.

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Trae Young News / Hoops Wire / August 5

Rumor: Trae Young ‘Disappointed’ Hawks Haven’t Offered Him Extension

Trae Young is “disappointed” the Atlanta Hawks haven’t offered him an extension this offseason, according to NBA insider Marc J. Spears of ESPN. Young is eligible for a four-year, $229 million extension. Trae Young will make $45.9 million next season.

Atlanta Hawks News / Yardbarker / August 6

Why Trae Young is reportedly 'disappointed' with the Hawks

Young is right in the middle of his prime and coming off a season where he averaged 24.2 PPG and a career-high 11.6 APG.

Lakers star's new contract can save him from his Dallas disappointment

Concerning update emerges about Celtics' new starting center

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The 'Active 20 point-per-game NBA seasons leaders' quiz

Dyson Daniels News / Last Word On Sports / August 5

Will Hawks Get Contract Extension Done With Defensive Star?

Dyson Daniels burst onto the scene in his first season with the Atlanta Hawks. He put up numerous historical defensive numbers, finishing on the All-Defensive First team and second in Defensive Player of the Year.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / August 5

Debuts and Digits: Hawks Newcomers Announce Their Jersey Numbers For The New Season

Now that the offseason is pretty much over, training camp is around the corner, and the Hawks' newest additions now have their numbers. Let's take a short dive into each players jersey number and overall breakdown: Kristaps Porzingis - No.

Atlanta Hawks News / NBA Draft on SI / August 4

Asa Newell Selection is Underrated Part of Splashy Offseason for Atlanta Hawks

It’s been a pivotal offseason for the Atlanta Hawks, who have been one of the biggest winners of the summer. After being an underperforming team the past

Mouhamed Gueye News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / August 4

Third Year Atlanta Hawks Forward Named As The 'Hidden Gem' Of The Team

The Atlanta Hawks were not planning on having second-year forward Mouhamed Gueye play a major role on the team this past season, but injuries forced him into action.

NBA News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / August 4

How the De'Aaron Fox Extension Could Affect Extension Talks with Trae Young

The Atlanta Hawks and San Antonio Spurs have been extremely linked over the past few seasons. Hawks fans don't need a reminder of the ill-fated deal to acquire Spurs point guard Dejounte Murray for the price of their 2025 first-round pick (turned into Arizona wing Carter Bryant), a 2026 first-round pick swap, and their 2027 first-rounder.

Atlanta Hawks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 4

1 move Atlanta Hawks should’ve made in 2025 NBA offseason

From 40 wins and a play-in exit to a legitimate Eastern Conference dark horse, that’s the transformation Atlanta Hawks fans are hoping for after one of the boldest offseasons in franchise history.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / August 3

Atlanta Hawks Nostalgia: Revisiting the Hawks' 2015 Magical Season

Coming into the 2014-2015 season, nobody saw the Atlanta Hawks accomplishing the great things that they did as a team. They didn't have a true superstar caliber player, but they played with such unselfishness and precision that led to them winning 60 games that season even though some people forget they started that season 5-5.

Atlanta Hawks News / Last Word On Sports / August 3

Projecting Asa Newell’s Rookie-Year Role With Hawks

Not many people have a chance to do what Asa Newell can with the Atlanta Hawks. The 23rd pick in the 2025 NBA draft grew up in Athens, Georgia, rooting for the Hawks in the early 2000s.

Atlanta Hawks News / Peachtree Hoops / August 2

Hawks drop news of return of popular uniforms

I hope you’re hungry for peaches. On Friday morning, the Hawks’ social media accounts dropped a campaign of familiar images and videos. Every season, the team — along with the other 29 NBA teams have alternate Nike City Edition uniforms — dons alternate jerseys, shorts, and sometimes even an alternate court in State Farm Arena.