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Trae Young knows it very well: triumph over a terrific foe leads to an emotional outburst and a great display. Some see a vigorous celebration of a game-winning shot as disrespect and poor gamesmanship. Others see it as worthy and earned statements–of talking the talk and then walking the walk. Over 25 years before Young […]

Atlanta Hawks star point guard Trae Young came up big in his playoff debut, roasting Frank Ntilikina and burying a game-winning floater to beat the New York Knicks in Game 1 of their first-round series on Sunday. Young relished the moment with plenty of trash talk aimed at the Madison Square Garden faithful, playing an excellent […]

Game 1 for the New York Knicks was supposed to have the storybook ending to a season that has basically felt like a fever dream. Even the most rabid of New Yorkers aren’t expecting a title run from their squad this season. The Knicks are as lovable as they are flawed. So, creating some iconic […]

You could hear a pin drop at Madison Square Garden on Sunday when Atlanta Hawks star Trae Young drained a game-winning floater with just seconds left in Game 1 against the Knicks. It was the biggest shot of the night for the guard, who went absolutely off in the first playoff game of his career. […]

As expected, the first game between the Atlanta Hawks and the New York Knicks was a nail-biter that had to be decided in the final few seconds. Fans of both teams were ecstatic to see their squads in the postseason after years of drought. For Knicks fans, this year has been special. They’ve been the […]

It’s in the NBA Playoffs where stars are truly born. Fans have heard this over a million times because it really is true. The postseason has one of the tensest and most competitive atmospheres in all of sports. Atlanta Hawks star Trae Young, in his first ever NBA Playoffs game, responded to the call by […]

This was supposed to be Derrick Rose’s moment. The narrative was perfect for the New York Knicks guard to complete his redemption story. Rose put the Knicks on his back, tying the game in regulation with this sweet floater that’s just symbolic of the evolution he’s undergone as a player throughout his roller coaster of […]

Trae Young has heard all your slander, and now wants you all to stay quiet. The Atlanta Hawks star silenced the entire Madison Square Garden crowd after hitting the game-winner to stun the New York Knicks, 107-105. Look away if you’re a Knicks fan. Relive the moment if you’re anyone else: TRAE YOUNG SHUT THE […]

Trae Young just played spoiler in the biggest way imaginable. His 2018 Draft classmate in Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic couldn’t help but tweet about his excitement. The New York Knicks have been the feel good story of the season, finding success from an unlikely hodge-podge of misfit toys, led by the Buzz Lightyear of […]

Atlanta Hawks superstar Trae Young stole the show on Sunday with an incredible performance in Game 1 of their first-round playoff match-up against the New York Knicks. Young silenced the entire city of New York with a couple of ice-cold buckets down the stretch to help push the Hawks to gain a huge 1-0 advantage on […]

The New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks played a thrilling Game 1 in their Eastern Conference playoff matchup on Sunday. Madison Square Garden was electric and Spike Lee was jumping up and down as playoff basketball returned to New York. However, Hawks point guard Trae Young silenced everybody with this ridiculously clutch floater to lift […]

For the first time since the 2012-13 season, the New York Knicks are in the NBA Playoffs. Beyond that, the underdog squad led by a resurgent and presumptive Most Improved Player winner Julius Randle and helmed by scrappy coach Tom Thibodeau is actually the fourth seed in the Eastern Conference after an eight-year layoff from […]

The Atlanta Hawks were one of the biggest surprises during the 2020-21 NBA season and finished the year with a 41-31 record and in the No. 5 seed in the Eastern Conference. It was a special year and the team feels very good, both on their chances against the New York Knicks in the playoffs […]

Trae Young and the Atlanta Hawks are gearing up for their first-round battle in the Eastern Conference playoffs against the New York Knicks. Unfortunately, they were hit with some bad news as they aim to topple the Knicks and go to the second round. An @emoryhealthcare injury report: Cam Reddish (right Achilles soreness) has progressed […]

The New York Knicks stunned the basketball world by finishing as the No. 4 seed in the Eastern Conference. Tom Thibodeau did a masterful job in his first season as head coach of the Knicks.  Taking over a franchise that won 21 games last season, Thibodeau guided the Knicks to 41 wins with largely the […]

The New York Knicks are back in the playoffs and will have the pleasure of trying to slow down Atlanta Hawks star point guard Trae Young. The Knicks are elite defensively and will need a team effort against Young, but head coach Tom Thibodeau is already hinting at one potential move to make life more […]

Perhaps one of the more under-the-radar first round matchups in the NBA playoffs features the New York Knicks against the Atlanta Hawks. Both teams are returning to the postseason after a drought, for the Knicks it’s their first appearance in eight years. They will be tasked with slowing down all-star guard Trae Young. One scout […]

The NBA playoff picture isn’t quite set in stone just yet with the play-in tournament still set to determine the final two seedings in both conferences. However, the 3-6 seeds already know who they will face in the opening round of the playoffs. The 4-5 matchup in the Eastern Conference will feature an interesting showdown […]

Trae Young of the Atlanta Hawks knows that New York Knicks fans have been rejoicing all season. After a long eight years of missing the NBA postseason, the franchise clinched the fourth seed in Sunday afternoon’s victory over the Boston Celtics. For fans, this is a major milestone. But for head coach Tom Thibodeau, there’s […]

On Saturday, Tim Duncan, Kevin Garnett and Kobe Bryant were enshrined in the Hall of Fame along with the rest of the class of 2020. Sure enough, with games finishing early for the occasion, the whole NBA world tuned in for the historic event. Several NBA stars like Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young and Washington […]

J. Cole just dropped his sixth studio album titled “The Off-Season” this Friday, and the whole NBA world is impressed. Aside from Portland Trail Blazers star Damian Lillard, who was sampled in the album, other NBA stars like Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant, Atlanta Hawks star Trae Young, and Washington Wizards scorer Bradley Beal also […]

The shooting motions of such players like James Harden of the Brooklyn Nets and Trae Young of the Atlanta Hawks have been hot topics of conversation as they continuously make plays that merit fouls. While the state of the NBA has developed into more of an offensive showdown as opposed to lockdown defense, it appears […]

Right now, a first-round matchup between the New York Knicks and the Atlanta Hawks is looking like a distinct possibility. Knicks All-Star forward Julius Randle is well aware of the same, and he has sent out a bit of a warning shot for Trae Young and Co. ahead of what could be one of the […]

It’s understandable and even smart to root for either the Philadelphia 76ers or the Brooklyn Nets as the ones who’ll represent the East in the NBA Finals. They have been on a tear for pretty much the entire season. If you’re familiar with some NBA history, the top teams in the regular season are usually […]

The Atlanta Hawks got their ticket to the NBA Playoffs on Wednesday after their down-to-the-wire victory over the Washington Wizards. Trae Young and company also did it in dramatic fashion with John Collins providing the late-game heroics. The young Hawks will return to the postseason after a three-year absence. Curiously, the last time they were […]

The Atlanta Hawks and Washington Wizards went down to the wire as both teams look to improve their seeding in the Eastern Conference Playoff picture. With the game winding down, Hawks big man John Collins hit a clutch three to put Atlanta on top and secure the win for them as they would go on […]

Trae Young and the Atlanta Hawks soundly defeated the best team in the NBA on Wednesday by a resounding final margin of 135 to 103, which is actually the Phoenix Suns’ worst loss of the season at 32 points. The Suns, who were coming off a back-to-back, looked listless and out-of-sorts, especially in the fourth […]

The Atlanta Hawks hilariously had their own Shaqtin’ a Fool moment midway through their game against the Portland Trail Blazers on Monday night. Hawks guard Trae Young tried to locate his teammate in Bogdan Bogdanovic as he pushed the ball down the floor with 4:53 minutes left in the second quarter. However, the Serbian swingman […]

Atlanta Hawks guards Trae Young and Bogdan Bogdanovic usually display their seamless chemistry when they’re on the floor. But against the Portland Trail Blazers on Monday, the two teamed up for an epic Shaqtin’ A Fool moment. Young was looking to find Bogdanovic for a wide-open transition three-pointer. The latter’s legs, however, suddenly turned into […]

Atlanta Hawks star Trae Young broke loose on the break and sprinted his way to the rim and finished with a tough layup in their game against the Chicago Bulls. As he made his way down the lane, Young’s sneakers went off of his foot. As the Hawks’ announcers mentioned during the broadcast, the 6-foot-1 […]

In spite of the fact that Trae Young and the Atlanta Hawks are having the best season this team has had in a long time, the naysayers still continue to rage on. At this point, it isn’t surprising that Young already knows how to deal with all the hate. As it turns out, the Hawks […]

The playoffs will come knocking soon with the NBA regular season about to end. In less than a month, the NBA’s top teams will run on a higher gear as they outlast and outduel their opponents to win the title this year. Likewise, NBA card fans are also on the edge of their seats trying […]

Trae Young appreciates the love from his fans and the city of Atlanta. But the Hawks point guard has appreciation for those who came before him. NBA reporter Ben Stinar claimed he overheard fans at an Atlanta-area Chipotle say Young is the “best thing to happen to the Hawks.” Stinar then took it a step […]

Even without Trae Young in the fold due to a left ankle sprain, the Atlanta Hawks were able to beat Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks on Sunday. After the game, Young celebrated the victory by praising his teammates. On Twitter, Young tagged the Hawks’ 111-104 victory as a “team win.” He also posted a […]

Kamaru Usman’s fan base will only continue to grow as he dominates the UFC Welterweight division. In fact, Usman’s greatness has even earned him the adulation of some of the best basketball players in the world–like Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo–after his brilliant display in UFC 261. Several NBA players were glued to their screens […]

Atlanta Hawks star Trae Young just couldn’t help but laugh at the fact that the Sacramento Kings let sharpshooter Bogdan Bogdanovic walk away in free agency last offseason. Responding to a tweet from a fan who was seemingly thankful to the Kings for giving the Hawks Bogdanovic, Young reposted it with two laughing emojis as […]

The Atlanta Hawks had been holding their breath ever since star point guard Trae Young had to be helped to the locker room during Wednesday’s game against the New York Knicks. However, the Hawks star avoided a major injury and should be back after the swelling and discomfort are gone, according to Adrian Wojnarowski of […]

The injury bug has been on an absolute tear this NBA season, and it claimed another victim in Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young. After hearing the news of the incident, Utah Jazz scorer Donovan Mitchell offered up prayers for his fellow All-Star. Damn man praying for you bro @TheTraeYoung 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 — Donovan Mitchell (@spidadmitchell) April […]

Atlanta Hawks fans can let out a huge sigh of relief after Trae Young posted a positive update about his ankle injury. Shortly after the Hawks escaped with a 137-127 overtime win over the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday, the 22-year-old claimed he’ll be back on the floor soon. God had […]