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Atlanta Could Be One Year Away From Elevating Themselves Into Contender Status

The Atlanta Hawks were one of the best stories in the NBA this past season, turning things around after the trade deadline and All-Star Break to avoid the play-in tournament for the first time since 2021, and then they were the only team to beat the Knicks multiple times in a playoff series.

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Hawks, Lakers May Need Third Team To Complete Jonathan Kuminga Trade

While the Peyton Watson free agency saga appears to be generating the most buzz at this point in the offseason, it shouldn’t detract from Jonathan Kuminga‘s ongoing challenges in free agency.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / August 13

How the Atlanta Hawks New-Look Rotation Will Work Best

The Atlanta Hawks still have some decisions to make over how their roster is going to look before the season starts in October, but the majority of the offseason work has been done for Onsi Saleh and the rest of the Hawks' front office.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / August 12

Every Atlanta Hawk Poised to Hit Free Agency After This Season

The 2026 NBA offseason has more or less wrapped up (waiting on you Peyton Watson and Jonathan Kuminga) and with the NBA schedule coming out in full tomorrow afternoon, the 2026-2027 season is inching closer and closer.

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In the history of the NBA, a player has scored 50 or more points in a playoff game on 51 occasions. How many can you name in six minutes?

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Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / August 12

Hawks NBA Cup Schedule Puts Trae Young's Return to Atlanta in the Spotlight

While the full NBA schedule for the Atlanta Hawks is not going to be revealed until tomorrow afternoon, the NBA Cup schedule has just been revealed for the team, and the opening game for Atlanta is very interesting.

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The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time

The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / August 11

The Atlanta Hawks Can't Afford To Ignore This Flaw As They Build Their 2026-27 Roster

Last season, the Atlanta Hawks were 1st in assists per game during the regular season, 3rd in assists to turnover ratio, 4th in assist percentage and only 10th in turnovers per game.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / August 11

2027 Hawks Mock Draft: First Projection For Atlanta Lands Them One of College Basketball's Biggest Stars

it is never too early to start thinking about the 2027 NBA Draft. This upcoming draft class is going to be fascinating to watch. It is already being looked at as a very weak class, at least at the very top, due to not having a Cooper Flagg or AJ Dybantsa level of prospect there right now.

Jonathan Kuminga News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / August 11

Evaluating Every Scenario for Jonathan Kuminga and the Hawks This Offseason

I did not think that Jonathan Kuminga would still be a free agent by the time the NBA schedule release began, but here we are. Kuminga is arguably the top unrestricted free agent available, and where he decides to sign and for what amount of money could have an impact on the Atlanta Hawks, as it could involve them in a sign-and-trade.

Jonathan Kuminga News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / August 10

How the Hawks Could Turn Jonathan Kuminga Into Valuable Rotation Pieces From the Los Angeles Clippers

As the 2026-27 NBA season draws closer and closer, Jonathan Kuminga is running out of time to make a free agency decision. There has been tons of reporting linking Kuminga to a new role with the Los Angeles Lakers.

Atlanta Hawks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 10

Lu Dort’s new Hawks number signals potential Jonathan Kuminga departure

With NBA training camp just a little under two months away, one of the top unsigned players in free agency is Atlanta Hawks forward Jonathan Kuminga. The former lottery pick has been linked to a couple of teams including the Los Angeles Lakers and Cleveland Cavaliers, but he remains on the market.

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 10

Lakers' Jonathan Kuminga dream faces two competitors

The Lakers have been keeping tabs on Kuminga for a while now.

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The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / August 10

Atlanta Hawks Salary Cap Breakdown: Payroll, Tax Position and Future Flexibility

The Atlanta Hawks still have moves to make when it comes to roster flexibility, as they have 17 players currently on their roster, and that number has to come down to at least 15 before the regular season begins.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / August 9

The One Thing Each of the Atlanta Hawks Starters Needs To Improve The Most Next Season

Continuity is not always the best thing for an NBA team, as a shakeup is sometimes needed to improve the team, but since the Atlanta Hawks did not get to see their starting lineup across an entire season, it might be worth getting a glimpse at seeing what this lineup can do.

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Steph Curry News / Lindy's Sports / August 9

Hawks Could Be Dark Horse for Stephen Curry Trade

The Atlanta Hawks are a team on the rise, but in an NBA Eastern Conference that got much better this offseason, the Hawks need to keep making moves to keep up with the pack.

Luguentz Dort News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / August 8

Where the Lu Dort Trade Ranks Among The Atlanta Hawks Moves This Offseason

Before LeBron James opted to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers, the last major move in the NBA came from the Atlanta Hawks, who completed a three-team trade with the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Dallas Mavericks.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / August 8

Atlanta Hawks Most Likely Final Move This Offseason

The NBA has entered its most quite part of the offseason, with few matters left for teams to solve. There are still some key restricted free agents out there and Hawks free agent forward Jonathan Kuminga is also unsigned, but the NBA offseason has crawled to a halt.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / August 6

The Most Important Reserve On The Atlanta Hawks Next Season

The goal for the Atlanta Hawks this offseason was to acquire younger talent in the NBA Draft and to add depth to their team. The starting unit for the Hawks down the stretch of the season was very good, but the depth was a massive hindrance, especially in the playoffs against the New York Knicks.

Jonathan Kuminga News / Fadeaway World / August 6

Kings’ Interest In Jonathan Kuminga Hinges On One Condition

Free agent forward Jonathan Kuminga was expected to be one of the key players on the market entering the offseason. After the Atlanta Hawks declined the $24.3 million team option on his contract, Kuminga inevitably garnered interest from teams around the league.

Atlanta Hawks News / Peachtree Hoops / August 6

Keaton Wallace, Jacob Toppin head to Israel

The roster for the Hawks in 2026-27 continues to take shape even as the Jonathan Kuminga saga drags on. This week has brought us the news that two players from last year’s team won’t be back — the two having signed contracts with two different teams in Israel.

Devin Booker News / Fadeaway World / August 5

How The Hawks Could Pull Off A Blockbuster Trade For Devin Booker: Who Says No?

The Hawks finished 46-36, grabbed the No. 6 seed in the East, and pushed the eventual champion Knicks to six games in round one. Jalen Johnson also broke out into an All-NBA-caliber player, putting up 22.5 points, 10.3 rebounds, and 7.9 assists on 48.9% shooting.

Peyton Watson News / SportsTalkATL / July 27

Atlanta Hawks reportedly eyeing Peyton Watson

According to Shams Charania, the Atlanta Hawks are in the market for Nuggets wing Peyton Watson, who is a restricted free agent. A first-round selection four years ago, taken 30th overall, Watson has slowly worked his way into a really respectable starting-caliber player.

Atlanta Hawks News / SportsTalkATL / July 23

ESPN gives Hawks high marks for their offseason

Zach Kram of ESPN has handed out his grades for all 30 teams in the Association, with the Hawks earning some of the highest remarks. Grade: A- Depending

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 21

Mavericks continue to collect first-round picks

Trades that preceded Ujiri's hiring have tied his hands when it comes to roster building. He's making some intriguing gambles using his limited resources.

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