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The 2024-25 season was shaping up to be a promising one for Trae Young and the Atlanta Hawks. They may have been hovering near the .500 mark, but with victories against the top teams in the Eastern Conference, the Hawks looked like they were going to be a force to be reckoned with come postseason time — a dangerous lower-seeded team.

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Atlanta Hawks: Could Asa Newell Contribute as a Rookie?

On draft night, the Atlanta Hawks held the 13th pick overall, one they were prepared to use on Asa Newell, a power forward out of Georgia. When New Orleans

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / July 16

Analyst Uses One Word To Describe the Atlanta Hawks Offseason

There has arguably not been a team that has improved more in this NBA offseason than the Atlanta Hawks. Things got started with the big three-team trade that landed the Hawks Kristaps Porzingis and they continued into the actual free agent period.

Atlanta Hawks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 16

Atlanta Hawks 2025 NBA free agency grades for every signing

The 2025 NBA offseason has been nothing short of transformative for the Atlanta Hawks. Few teams – if any – can claim to have improved as dramatically, both in the short-term and long-term, as the Hawks have.

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NBA News / Peachtree Hoops / July 16

Six (more) players to keep an eye on for Atlanta’s final two roster spots

The Hawks could use some more depth in the front court and on the wing (you can find part one here). The Atlanta Hawks made the acquisitions of Kristaps

Atlanta Hawks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 16

Biggest Atlanta Hawks overreactions from 2025 NBA Summer League

The 2025-26 season is shaping up to be an exciting one for the Atlanta Hawks. They were one of the most active teams of the offseason, bringing in the

Atlanta Hawks News / Last Word On Sports / July 15

Hawks 2025 Pick Impresses Through 3 Games in Summer League

The Atlanta Hawks looked to get a steal on draft night, taking Asa Newell after trading down to the 23rd pick. They planned on taking the former University of Georgia center at pick 13, but the New Orleans Pelicans gave Atlanta’s front office a deal it could not turn down.

Trae Young News / SportsTalkATL / July 15

Could the Hawks hit pause on a Trae Young extension?

The Atlanta Hawks have been deemed winners of the offseason by nearly every single national media outlet, an unfamiliar spot for this franchise, but a well deserved one after what Onsi Saleh has pulled off in his first few months as general manager.

Atlanta Hawks News / Athlon Sports / July 14

Hawks Rumored to Reunite With Former All-Star Center: Insider

The Atlanta Hawks aren't done with their summer transactions. After acquiring All-Star big man Kristaps Porzingis from the Boston Celtics, the Hawks have been linked to pursue a veteran free agent center.

Al Horford News / Hoops Rumors / July 14

Two notable Eastern Conference teams interested in Al Horford

The Warriors are considered the heavy favorite to sign veteran big man Al Horford if he doesn’t retire. However, ESPN’s Marc J. Spears reports that a couple of Eastern Conference teams are interested in his services.

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NBA News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / July 14

Instant Takeaways: Hawks launch Past Rockets in Summer League Clash

Coming into this game, the Hawks had secured two impressive wins against the Miami Heat and the Phoenix Suns, which put them in a strong position to qualify for the Summer League semifinals.

Al Horford News / SportsTalkATL / July 14

Hawks reportedly interested in reunion with Al Horford

The Atlanta Hawks already have the deepest and most talented roster they’ve had in quite some time. They are among the favorites to win the Eastern Conference, and they do not look to be done adding this offseason just yet.

Trae Young News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 14

Hawks rumors: Atlanta not having ‘substantial talks’ on Trae Young contract extension

The Atlanta Hawks made a flurry of moves during the offseason to help improve their team going into next season, and they have a chance to build off of what they were able to do last year.

Atlanta Hawks News / SportsTalkATL / July 14

Hawks first-round pick showing out in Summer League

The Atlanta Hawks Summer League squad is off to a 2-0 start in Las Vegas, and most importantly, a couple of potentially key pieces for the upcoming season are making their presences felt.

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Positives emerge in Summer League victory over Suns, Bufkin struggles continue

Another tough night for Bufkin, but there were other positive performances on Sunday afternoon. The Atlanta Hawks’ Summer League journey continued with another victory on Sunday afternoon as they defeated the Phoenix Suns 98-80 — a convincing win in which the Hawks held a comfortable advantage for much of the proceedings.

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Pistons are bringing former Michigan standout back to state

Pistons are bringing this former Michigan standout back to the state

The Pistons are looking for backcourt depth behind Cade Cunningham and Jaden Ivey and, as a young team, they can use all the veteran experience they can get.

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