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Atlanta Hawks News / Last Word On Sports / January 3

Hawks Should Target Kentucky Forward in 2026 NBA Draft

The Atlanta Hawks have been chasing a real defensive identity for years. They have cycled through different bigs and tweaked schemes. They have also leaned on guards to plug gaps they should not have to cover.

Luke Kennard News / Last Word On Sports / January 3

Hawks Bench Guard Finding His Groove After Rough Start

The Atlanta Hawks signed Luke Kennard to a one-year, $11 million contract over the 2025 offseason. He spent over two seasons with the Memphis Grizzlies before moving to Atlanta.

Atlanta Hawks News / Field Level Media / January 3

Hawks’ Kristaps Porzingis, Trae Young out vs. Toronto

The Atlanta Hawks will be without center Kristaps Porzingis and point guard Trae Young when they face the Raptors on Saturday night in Toronto. Porzingis had returned to play in Atlanta's last two games after missing 10 with an unspecified illness, though he came off the bench and was limited to 17 minutes in each of those games.

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Trae Young News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 3

Hawks’ Trae Young won’t play vs. Raptors

The Atlanta Hawks have been trending in the wrong direction as of late. They have won their last two games against the Minnesota Timberwolves and New York Knicks, but lost seven in a row before that.

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Anthony Davis News / Yardbarker / January 3

Why the Mavericks sending Anthony Davis to Hawks makes sense

Davis' future in Dallas is in question. Here's why a trade to the Hawks makes sense.

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Jalen Johnson News / Field Level Media / January 3

Jalen Johnson-led Hawks set for 2-game visit to Toronto

The visiting Atlanta Hawks have a chance to break the Toronto Raptors' hold on them, and perhaps get even, starting Saturday night with the opener of a two-game set.

NBA News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / January 2

Three Takeaways From Atlanta Hawks Strong Performance vs the Knicks

It got closer than they wanted it too at the end, but the Atlanta Hawks got an important victory tonight against the New York Knicks. While the Knicks were without Karl-Anthony Towns, Mitchell Robinson, and Josh Hart, the Hawks needed this win to continue building momentum.

Jalen Johnson News / Field Level Media / January 2

Jalen Johnson's triple-double sparks Hawks' win over Knicks

Jalen Johnson recorded a triple-double Friday night for the visiting Atlanta Hawks, who withstood a late rally by the New York Knicks to earn a 111-99 win.

NBA News / Peachtree Hoops / January 2

Hawks nix Knicks comeback effort for second straight win, 111-99

The return of Kristaps Porzingis two days ago helped the Hawks break a long losing streak in a win against the Minnesota Timberwolves. For tonight, the Hawks had the same team available as Trae Young sat with a thigh contusion.

Trae Young News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / January 2

No Changes In Hawks Starting Lineup In Trae Young's Extended Absence

There will be no changes for the Atlanta Hawks starting lineup tonight. As star point guard Trae Young misses his third straight game with a right quad contusion, Nickeil Alexander-Walker is going to get another start as the Hawks lead guard.

Karl-Anthony Towns News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / January 2

Knicks Announce Karl-Anthony Towns' Final Playing Status For Tonight's Game vs Atlanta

The Hawks are hoping to start 2026 off with a win and they are facing an opponent they faced not even a week ago. Atlanta will face the Knicks tonight, though it won't be at State Farm Arena, it will be at Madison Square Garden.

Kristaps Porzingis News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 2

Hawks’ Kristaps Porzingis wouldn’t let illness define his work ethic during absence

The Atlanta Hawks were able to break their seven-game losing streak before the new year, and they had some reinforcements to help. After missing the past ten games as the Hawks shut him down, Kristaps Porzingis returned to the floor and gave the team a major boost on both sides of the ball.

Atlanta Hawks News / SportsTalkATL / January 2

Latest Hawks trade rumors on Trae Young, Anthony Davis

The Atlanta Hawks’ recent skid has everybody expecting them to be among the most active teams at next month’s NBA trade deadline, with two names headlining the conversation: Trae Young and Anthony Davis.

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Jalen Johnson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 31

Hawks’ Jalen Johnson shares true feelings on big win before 2026

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Trae Young News / Yardbarker / January 1

Hawks players reportedly 'hate' playing with untradable Young

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Kristaps Porzingis News / Hoops Rumors / December 30

Hawks' Kristaps Porzingis ready for action after 10-game absence

Kristaps Porzingis is not on the Hawks’ injury report for Wednesday’s game against the Timberwolves.

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Jalen Johnson News / Athlon Sports / December 28

Hawks Announce Unfortunate Jalen Johnson News on Sunday

Jalen Johnson has been the Atlanta Hawks' best player this 2025-26 season, averaging team-highs 23.7 points and 10.4 rebounds. The 24-year-old forward is also putting up 8.4 assists and 1.4 steals, both of which are the second-best marks on the team.

Atlanta Hawks News / Hoops Rumors / December 28

Kristaps Porzingis Out Monday, Now Considered Day-To-Day

While Hawks center Kristaps Porzingis will be out again for Monday’s contest at Oklahoma City, his return shouldn’t be far off. According to the team (Twitter link), Porzingis is progressing in his return from an illness and is now considered day-to-day.