mike budenholzer
How Dwight Howard Fits in Atlanta
Why is Dwight Howard back in his hometown of Atlanta? It comes down to one word: rebounds.
The Case for Blowing It Up, and Building It Back Fast, in Atlanta
After Sam Hinkie's tenure in Philadelphia, tanking is out of fashion in the NBA. But if the Atlanta Hawks are willing to punt one season, it could change everything.
The Atlanta Hawks and Learning to Fall in Love Again
Last year, the Hawks had something beautiful going. This year, it's all fallen apart. It's time to figure out what made this relationship work in the first place.
Watching Al Horford, the NBA's Most Reasonable Superstar
The Atlanta Hawks are not a team that delivers much in the way of inspiration, but their centerpiece star still manages to make reasonable basketball beautiful.
Elton Brand Returns to Philadelphia as a Leader of (Big) Men
Elton Brand was happily retired and literally on a beach when the 76ers called him up. Now he's in uniform, trying to teach the NBA's worst team how to be winners.
Jeff Teague, Dennis Schröder, Dr. Jekyll, And Mr. Hyde
Throughout their breakout season, the Atlanta Hawks' split-personality backcourt gave the team a balance of reason and swagger. Without it, what are they?
The Hawks Are Much More than a Machine
Much of the praise for the Hawks is rooted in coaching and system, but a closer look reveals a team of eccentric players thriving in their own right.
OutKast Should Buy the Atlanta Hawks
Nobody is better suited to repair the championship-bound Hawks' relationship with Atlanta than Big Boi and Andre 3000.
The Atlanta Hawks Are Ready for Their Closeup
After years of poorly constructed rosters and devastating injuries, the Atlanta Hawks are finally ready to put their stamp on the league.