‘No excuses' for experienced, talented Hawks
The list of potential grievances for the Hawks is extensive, starting with the schedule. Hawks Beat Blog with Michael Cunningham » Atlanta Hawks at Nets: Game thread Hawks Fan Nest » Off the court for...
View ArticleHawks take to the road for another five-game trip
This five-game road trip may be tougher than the last one for the Hawks. Enlarge photo Curtis Compton, ccompton@ajc.com Josh Smith watches the final minute of the first half from the bench as the...
View ArticleHawks survive reserve-laded Celtics team
The Hawks defeated the Celtics — who were missing three-quarters of their offense — Friday night. And they got all they could handle in the process. Hawks Beat Blog with Michael Cunningham » Updated:...
View ArticleJohnson leads Hawks to win over Cavs
CLEVELAND – All the Hawks needed was one good quarter out of Joe Johnson. Hawks Beat Blog with Michael Cunningham » Atlanta Hawks: Hawks 103, Cavaliers 87 Hawks Fan Nest » Off the court for the...
View ArticleNotebook: Hawks keep big picture in mind
Neither the Pistons nor the Bobcats are part of the picture that Hawks coach Larry Drew has posted in the team’s locker room. Hawks Beat Blog with Michael Cunningham » Atlanta Hawks: Hawks 120,...
View ArticleHeat clamp down on Knicks
Chris Bosh scored 25 points, Dwyane Wade added 22 and Miami's defense clamped down on Jeremy Lin as the Heat stretched their winning streak to eight games with a 102-88 win over the New York Knicks on...
View ArticleSmith scores 22 to lead Hawks over Magic 83-78 - NBA - Yahoo! Sports
ATLANTA (AP)—Josh Smith scored 22 points and pulled down 12 rebounds to help the Atlanta Hawks snap a three-game skid with an 83-78 victory over the Orlando Magic on Thursday night. J.J. Redick...
View ArticleSixers defeat Hawks
It has been more than three weeks since the Hawks lost Al Horford to an injury that required surgery, and a couple of things have become clear. Enlarge photo Hyosub Shin, hshin@ajc.com Hawks shooting...
View ArticleLarry Drew views logjam for minutes as ‘nice problem to have'
These are the times when Hawks coach Larry Drew must feel like a middle manager. Hawks Beat Blog with Michael Cunningham » Atlanta Hawks: Hawks 97, Bucks 92 Hawks Fan Nest » Off the court for the...
View ArticleThe Hawks at the break
The Hawks returned to work Monday and looked happier about it than before the weekend. Enlarge photo Erik S. Lesser, AP Hawks guard Joe Johnson, center, with teammates Josh Smith, left, and Jeff...
View ArticleHawks hold off Nets to remain undefeated
This was the first of what figures to be many nights this season when the Hawks need Jeff Teague to be the catalyst. Hawks Beat Blog with Michael Cunningham » Nets at Atlanta Hawks: Game thread Hawks...
View ArticleHeat control the inside in blowout of Hawks
The Hawks could charge the Heat rent for the amount of time spent in their paint. Enlarge photo Curtis Compton, ccompton@ajc.com Hawks Tracy McGrady (left) and Zaza Pachulia question one another after...
View ArticleSmith scores 22 to help Hawks end three-game slide vs. Magic
ATLANTA -- Josh Smith scored 22 points and pulled down 12 rebounds to help the Atlanta Hawks snap a three-game skid with an 83-78 victory over the Orlando Magic on Thursday night. J.J. Redick finished...
View ArticleHawks add veteran Pargo to back up Teague
Since the start of training camp, the Hawks' veterans have wondered if the team has enough experienced depth to navigate what will be a grueling 66-game schedule. Hawks Beat Blog with Michael...
View ArticleSmith scores 22 to lead Hawks over Magic 83-78
ATLANTA -- Josh Smith scored 22 points and pulled down 12 rebounds to help the Atlanta Hawks snap a three-game skid with an 83-78 victory over the Orlando Magic on Thursday night. J.J. Redick finished...
View ArticlePlayoff berth settled but not much else for Hawks
Unless something went incredibly awry the Hawks were going to clinch a spot in the playoffs this week. Hawks Beat Blog with Michael Cunningham » Atlanta Hawks: Video: Life without Zaza Hawks Fan Nest...
View ArticleHawks notes: Still winning without Al Horford
The season was supposed to go off the rails for the Hawks a month ago Saturday. Enlarge photo (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File) In this Jan. 11, 2012, file photo, Atlanta Hawks center Al Horford...
View ArticleHawks hand Heat their first defeat
Joe Johnson scored 21 points, Tracy McGrady hit a pair of big 3-pointers in the fourth quarter and the Atlanta Hawks ended Miami's perfect start by beating the Heat 100-92 on Monday night. McGrady and...
View ArticleHawks rally to defeat Wizards
The Wizards have a nice collection of talented young players who may one day coalesce into the kind of team the Hawks have now. Hawks Beat Blog with Michael Cunningham » Atlanta Hawks at Wizards: Game...
View ArticleHawks cap tough week with rout of Bulls
This is what the Hawks can look like when they are focused and determined. Hawks Beat Blog with Michael Cunningham » Atlanta Hawks: Game thread Hawks Fan Nest » Off the court for the off-season Mark...
View ArticleCeltics outlast Hawks for victory
There was a time the Hawks aspired to be the Celtics, who then were the bullies of the Eastern Conference, and they dared to push back when it seemed as if they couldn't. Hawks Beat Blog with Michael...
View ArticleHawks rout Bobcats
The Bobcats franchise is sending out an inexperienced, talent-deficient team for the chance at more pingpong balls in the draft lottery. Hawks Beat Blog with Michael Cunningham » Bobcats at Atlanta...
View ArticleHawks rout Bobcats again
CHARLOTTE — If the Hawks didn’t feel like going all out Saturday night, they could find plenty of reasons to take it easy. Hawks Beat Blog with Michael Cunningham » Atlanta Hawks at Bobcats: Game...
View ArticleHawks rout New Jersey to open season
NEWARK, N.J. — Chances were the Hawks weren’t going to put all their preseason plans to practical application in the season opener at New Jersey on Tuesday. Enlarge photo Bill Kostroun, AP New Jersey...
View ArticleJosh Smith lifts Hawks to victory at Pacers
INDIANAPOLIS — Joe Johnson is still out of the lineup, and Al Horford won’t re-join it until the postseason, if at all. Hawks Beat Blog with Michael Cunningham » Atlanta Hawks at Pacers: Game thread...
View ArticleHawks rally to put away Wizards
The Hawks didn’t fall victim to a classic trap game — but they came close for most of three quarters. Hawks Beat Blog with Michael Cunningham » Atlanta Hawks vs. Wizards: Game thread Hawks Fan Nest »...
View ArticleHawks down Bucks with fourth-quarter rally
The Hawks pulled out a victory they had to have Friday. Hawks Beat Blog with Michael Cunningham » Horford begins rehabilitation process Hawks Fan Nest » Off the court for the off-season Mark Bradley...
View ArticleHawks wonder what might have been without injuries
Losers in the NBA playoffs often check off what-ifs as they head home for the summer. Hawks Beat Blog with Michael Cunningham » Atlanta Hawks: Video: Season ends at Boston Hawks Fan Nest » Off the...
View ArticleHawks put 'scar tissue' to test against Celtics
The Celtics don’t look like juggernauts this time, but they want another ring. The Hawks are no longer neophytes, and they want more than just another second-round exit. Hawks Beat Blog with Michael...
View ArticleHawks-Celtics matchups
Projected starters Hawks Beat Blog with Michael Cunningham » Atlanta Hawks: On Doc Rivers punting home-court advantage Hawks Fan Nest » Off the court for the off-season Mark Bradley on Hawks » Take...
View ArticleHawks survive in overtime to defeat Magic
ORLANDO — After the Hawks defeated the Magic in the Eastern Conference playoffs last spring, much of the analysis centered on all the shots Orlando missed. Enlarge photo John Raoux, AP Josh Smith,...
View ArticleHawks respond by thrashing Cavaliers
Facing harsh criticism from their head coach, the Hawks started strong and finished stronger Saturday night. Hawks Beat Blog with Michael Cunningham » Cavaliers at Atlanta Hawks: Game thread Hawks Fan...
View ArticleHawks beat Charlotte in exhibition finale
Soon after the opening tip Thursday the Hawks flashed what kind of team coach Larry Drew wants them to become. Enlarge photo Curtis Compton, ccompton@ajc.com Atlanta Hawks Josh Smith soars to the...
View ArticlePlenty of blown chances for Hawks in defeat at Nuggets
DENVER — In spite of their gaffes, botched possessions and Danilo Gallinari’s incredible 3-pointer, the Hawks still had a chance to win late Tuesday with a play that was executed perfectly ... right...
View ArticleHawks' Jeff Teague is a ‘day-to-day decision'
NEW ORLEANS — Hawks starting point guard Jeff Teague is day-to-day with an ankle sprain and is questionable for Sunday’s game against the Hornets. Hawks Beat Blog with Michael Cunningham » Drew:...
View ArticleHawks drub Howard-less Magic
ORLANDO – The Magic can’t beat the Hawks with Dwight Howard. Hawks Beat Blog with Michael Cunningham » Atlanta Hawks at Magic: Game thread Hawks Fan Nest » Off the court for the off-season Mark...
View ArticleHawks lose to Celtics in overtime
BOSTON – The Hawks and Celtics went toe-to-toe for four quarters in playoff atmosphere Wednesday. Enlarge photo Elise Amendola, AP Boston Celtics guard Rajon Rondo (9) looks to pass against the...
View ArticleHeat hold off Hawks for victory
MIAMI — The Heat had the clear advantage in talent with their All-Star trio of Dwyane Wade, LeBron James and Chris Bosh while the hobbled Hawks countered with tenacity and toughness. Hawks Beat Blog...
View ArticleShort-handed Hawks defeat NBA-best Thunder
How did the short-handed Hawks measure up against the NBA’s best? John Bazemore, AP Thunder forward Kevin Durant (35) drives against Atlanta Hawks forward Tracy McGrady (1) in the the first half of an...
View ArticleHawks' 3-point struggles an issue versus Celtics
ORLANDO — Larry Drew sees reason for concern. Hawks Beat Blog with Michael Cunningham » Atlanta Hawks: Celtics 88, Hawks 86 OT Hawks Fan Nest » Off the court for the off-season Mark Bradley on Hawks »...
View ArticleHawks enter All-Star break with much-needed win
This time the Hawks responded. Enlarge photo Curtis Compton, ccompton@ajc.com Atlanta Hawks Jeff Teague drives for a basket between Orlando Magic Dwight Howard, from left, Jason Richardson and Chris...
View ArticleHawks defeat Celtics in Game 1
After two-time All-Star Al Horford went down with injury and some observers wrote off the Hawks, they quietly stayed the course while posting the fourth-best record in the Eastern Conference. Hawks...
View ArticleSmith's ‘different state of mind' lifts Hawks to third straight win
Josh Smith wouldn’t let the Hawks fall behind early – or late. Enlarge photo Curtis Compton, ccompton@ajc.com The Hawks' Josh Smith looks for the foul call during second-half action against the Toronto...
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