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The Atlanta Hawks suddenly hold one of the NBA’s most valuable potential trade chips in any hypothetical Giannis Antetokounmpo sweepstakes. League insiders are watching closely. Per Jake Fischer, Atlanta owns the most favorable of Milwaukee’s or New Orleans’ 2026 first-round picks due to last June’s Derik Queen trade. It’s a selection currently projected near the […]

On Wednesday, a report was published by ESPN detailing the opinions of several scouts and executives around the league, who predictably chose to remain unnamed, around All-Star point guards Ja Morant, Trae Young, and LaMelo Ball. The opinions and analyses were overwhelmingly negative and painted the three potential trade candidates in an unflattering light as […]

The Atlanta Hawks have had a relatively strong start to the 2025-26 NBA season, currently sitting at 13-9 despite the prolonged injury absence of star point guard Trae Young. Despite Young being out of the lineup since late October, Atlanta has held strong in the standings, thanks in large part to the emergence of Jalen […]

The rumor mill has been swirling around Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo so far this season, especially considering the team’s putrid start to the campaign. Milwaukee currently sits at 9-13 ahead of Wednesday night’s matchup against the Detroit Pistons, and Antetokounmpo recently scrubbed much of the contest from his social media presence, further sounding the […]

One of the emerging storylines around the NBA so far this year is the trade rumors surrounding several key players in the league, including Memphis Grizzlies star point guard Ja Morant and Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball. Ball recently shot down a report of his own desire to be traded, while Morant has already been […]

The Atlanta Hawks have been holding down the fort impressively in the absence of Trae Young so far this season, currently sitting at 13-9 on the campaign. Young has been out for over a month after injuring his MCL against the Brooklyn Nets in late October, and since that moment, Jalen Johnson has been playing […]

After the Atlanta Hawks defeated the Cleveland Cavs 130-123, in a game where Jalen Johnson shone, their All-Star guard, Trae Young, got an updated injury timeline. The Hawks improved to 12-8. Young, who hasn’t played in a game since he sprained his right MCL a 117-112 win against the Brooklyn Nets on October 21, received […]

The Atlanta Hawks have been up and down so far in the 2025-26 NBA season, currently sitting at 11-8 after a recent road loss to the Washington Wizards. Atlanta has played the majority of this season without point guard Trae Young, who went down a week into the campaign with an MCL sprain, and while […]

As Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young’s trade rumors and proposals continue amid recovery from a right MCL sprain, NBA broadcaster Stan Van Gundy believes the Hawks should consider parting ways with the four-time All-Star. The Hawks are 7-3 in their last 10 games, including back-to-back wins against the New Orleans Pelicans and the Charlotte Hornets. […]

There was a lot of hype surrounding the Atlanta Hawks‘ roster entering the 2025-26 NBA season after all the offseason additions they made. Along with adding Kristaps Porzingis, Nickeil Alexander-Walker, and Luke Kennard, the Hawks were getting Jalen Johnson back from his shoulder injury. Last season, Johnson’s year was cut short to just 36 games […]

Sacramento Kings guard Zach LaVine made a strong offseason push to convince the Kings to pursue a trade for Atlanta star Trae Young, according to NBA insider Marc Stein. The attempt never gained real traction. But it added another layer to Sacramento’s ongoing search for long-term direction during a season defined by frustration and uncertainty. […]

The Atlanta Hawks are navigating a revealing stretch without Trae Young, and their future now sits at the center of trade rumors as the wins keep coming. Young’s sprained knee on Oct. 29 arrived at a difficult time, but it also opened a door the Hawks franchise never expected to walk through this early. Atlanta […]

NBA star Trae Young celebrated the No. 11 Oklahoma Sooners’ stunning victory over the No. 2 Alabama Crimson Tide on Saturday evening. Young represented the Sooners during his lone season in college basketball. Throughout the 2017-18 campaign, he averaged 27.4 points, 8.7 assists, 3.9 rebounds, and 1.7 steals per game throughout 32 appearances. He shot […]

As the Atlanta Hawks navigate the early stretch of the 2025–26 NBA season, star guard Trae Young remains sidelined with a sprained MCL. The 27-year-old has missed several games after suffering the injury against the Brooklyn Nets, with the team announcing he would be out at least four weeks, according to NBA.com. A recent post […]

The Atlanta Hawks were expected to be one of the best teams in the Eastern Conference heading into the 2025-26 season. But just like any other team that needs to integrate a few new parts, the Hawks needed time to jell. Alas, time is not a luxury for this Hawks team. They recently lost Trae […]

ATLANTA, GA – It was all good until it wasn’t. The Atlanta Hawks came out in the first half of their game against the Toronto Raptors, clicking on all cylinders. The ball was moving on a string, the shots were falling, and the defense was stifling. Without Trae Young, this is how the Hawks are […]

It’s time to fire up the best trade scenarios following Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant’s one-game suspension, which includes Atlanta Hawks All-Star Trae Young in a three-team swap with the Toronto Raptors. Many believe Morant’s days with the Grizzlies are numbered after the back-and-forth with the coaching staff that led to his suspension, and his […]

The Atlanta Hawks will be without Trae Young for some time as he deals with a sprained MCL that could keep him out for over a month. On offense, that may sound like a warning sign, as Young is the engine that makes everything go on that side of the ball. If you ask the […]

Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry reflected on his influence across a new generation of players, revealing that Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young helped him recognize the full extent of his impact on the league. Curry discussed the realization during the latest episode of Mind The Game, the podcast he co-hosts with Los Angeles Lakers […]

The Atlanta Hawks were dealt a major blow on Saturday with the announcement that star point guard Trae Young would be sidelined for at least four weeks due to an MCL injury, as per Shams Charania of ESPN. Young first suffered the injury during the Hawks’ game against the Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday. After having […]

The Atlanta Hawks are in wait-and-see mode with Trae Young after he suffered a knee injury in their last game against the Brooklyn Nets. Young had his knee run into during the first half, and he sat on the floor for some time before getting up on his own and jogging to the bench. He […]

The Atlanta Hawks will be without their franchise star, Trae Young, for their NBA Cup opener against the Indiana Pacers on Friday, after the four-time All-Star suffered a right knee sprain in Wednesday’s 117–112 win over the Brooklyn Nets. The injury occurred in the first quarter when teammate Mouhamed Gueye accidentally fell backward into Young’s […]

On Wednesday evening, the Atlanta Hawks got back in the win column with a road victory over the Brooklyn Nets, but the biggest story of the game was a knee injury sustained by point guard Trae Young. The injury occurred when Mo Gueye was shoved into Young’s lower body, causing the All-Star to go down, […]

The Atlanta Hawks’ early-season struggles took a worrying turn when Trae Young left Wednesday’s game against the Brooklyn Nets with a right knee sprain. The injury occurred late in the first quarter when teammate Mouhamed Gueye fell into his planted right leg during an inbounds play, forcing Young to the locker room. Head coach Quin […]

The Atlanta Hawks were able to get in the win column, defeating the Brooklyn Nets 117-112, but they await news of their star player. Earlier in the game, Trae Young was injured after Mouhamed Gueye ran into the side of his leg, which made it bend inward. Young stayed on the floor, but then walked […]

The Atlanta Hawks came into the 2025-26 season with. lot of intrigue surrounding them thanks to the addition of Kristaps Porzingis and a number of young wings who were expected to improve. In an Eastern Conference that is depleted with the injuries to Jayson Tatum and Tyrese Haliburton, Atlanta was one team who came into […]

The Atlanta Hawks came into their game against the Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday looking to get back into the win column and snap a two-game losing streak. But if the Hawks want to get a win, they’re going to have to do so without star point guard Trae Young who left the game early due […]

The Atlanta Hawks suffered a major blow during their game against the Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday when star point guard Trae Young left the game early due to a knee injury, the team announced. It was also revealed that he would not return to the game. The play occurred late in the first quarter when […]

The Atlanta Hawks have had a rough start to the 2025-26 NBA season, dropping to 1-3 with a recent road loss against the Chicago Bulls. Point guard Trae Young had an unbelievable 17-1 assist to turnover ratio in that game, but it was another lackluster shooting night from the field for the polarizing all-star. Recently, […]

The Atlanta Hawks have put together a team this season that could be one of the more competitive ones in the Eastern Conference. Trae Young will be the engine of the team, and he’s shown over his career that he can lead a group, regardless of who’s playing. Despite the narratives that may have been […]

From the outset of the 2025-26 NBA season, Atlanta Hawks All-Star Trae Young had big dreams for his team this year. Perhaps it’s the biggest reason Young isn’t worried about his contract situation. He’s focused on quieting his naysayers, which is something OU product Baker Mayfield can relate to. The current season for the Hawks is, […]

After Atlanta Hawks All-Star Trae Young described losing the season opener as embarrassing, some wondered if the eight-year pro is entering the 2025-26 campaign with a chip on his shoulder caused by anger over a contract extension. However, Young entered the season with high hopes for the Hawks, stating it’s the most talented NBA roster […]

The Atlanta Hawks have had a mixed start to the season and are currently 1-2 after losing 117-100 to the Oklahoma City Thunder. Trae Young had another disappointing shooting night, going 5-12 from the field and returning with 15 points, 10 assists and four rebounds. Post-game, he had a simple message for his haters, referencing […]

The Orlando Magic dropped to 1-1 on the season after falling 111-107 to the Atlanta Hawks on Friday night, with head coach Jamahl Mosley emphasizing the challenge of containing star guard Trae Young down the stretch. Young controlled the tempo late, showcasing his trademark craft and ability to draw fouls when Orlando tried to tighten […]

Patrick Beverley let Trae Young have it after the Atlanta Hawks’ season opener turned into a rout, ripping into Young’s defense in a blistering film breakdown that stoked an old feud and amplified an ugly night for the franchise. Beverley, the veteran guard, posted a clip on X that broke down Young’s defensive effort and […]

On Wednesday evening, the Atlanta Hawks began their 2025-26 NBA season with a dud by getting blown out at home by the Toronto Raptors. Almost nothing went right for the Hawks, who surrendered relentless drives into the paint by the Raptors and shot poorly from the field throughout the evening. As has become a theme […]

ATLANTA, GA – The Atlanta Hawks did not start the season how they wanted, losing their home opener 138-118 to the Toronto Raptors. From tip-off to the end of the game, the Hawks were dominated in the paint, in transition, and on the boards. To add on to it, they were never really able to […]

Trae Young and the Atlanta Hawks started their season in the worst way possible after they got blown out by the Toronto Raptors, 138-118, in front of their home fans at State Farm Arena on Wednesday. While the Hawks played relatively well in the first half, they became listless after the break, giving up 45 […]

Kristaps Porziņģis was still half-asleep when the Latvian big man’s phone began buzzing on the morning he was traded to the Atlanta Hawks. Dozens of texts filled his screen. He quickly realized what they meant. Porzingis’s time with the Boston Celtics was over. At home in Latvia, Porzingis opened a group chat expecting confirmation of […]