UGA's Frazier not short on talent as NBA Draft looms

Former UGA guard J.J. Frazier is used to fighting long odds. If he listened to his detractors, Frazier wouldn't have become an All-SEC performer-or found himself in ranked in six conference statistical categories at the end of his senior season in Athens. If not for believing in himself, Frazier wouldn't have led his high school, tiny Faith Baptist near Savannah, to a state championship in...

2-year, $192 million renovation begins for Hawks' home arena

ATLANTA (AP) - A $192.5 million renovation of Philips Arena, home of the Atlanta Hawks, has begun a day after funding was approved by the Atlanta City Council.

Away from WNBA, McCoughtry opens ice cream shop

The world's best women's basketball players have a busy schedule -- after playing in the WNBA, many play somewhere overseas, plus some have commitments with their national teams. It's the kind of schedule that demands relaxation only a delicious dessert can provide.

Hawks hire Warriors' Travis Schlenk as general manager

ATLANTA (AP) - The Atlanta Hawks hired Travis Schlenk as general manager and head of basketball operations on Thursday, giving the Golden State assistant GM control of personnel decisions. Schlenk succeeds Wes Wilcox, who resigned May 5 as part of the restructuring of the Hawks' front office.

Former NBA player graduates from University of Kansas

LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) - Former NBA player Drew Gooden has graduated from the University of Kansas, 14 years after leaving early to play professional basketball.

Police: Dwight Howard caught speeding in uninsured vehicle

Atlanta Hawks center Dwight Howard was stopped by police for speeding on westbound I-285, according to Dunwoody Police. During the stop, police determined that the car Howard was driving was uninsured, police said.

After playoff loss, Hawks pondering front office changes

ATLANTA (AP) - After a disappointing season ended with a first-round playoff loss, the Atlanta Hawks are evaluating possible changes in their front office.

Hawks focus on re-signing Millsap following first-round exit

ATLANTA (AP) - Paul Millsap confirmed on Saturday he "probably will opt out" of his contract and become an unrestricted free agent, leaving the Atlanta Hawks to plot their future following a painful first-round exit from the playoffs.

Home, sweet home: Beal, Wall lead Wizards past Hawks, 103-99

WASHINGTON (AP) - Back at home, and back in charge, Bradley Beal scored 27 points, and John Wall added 20 points and 14 assists, leading the Washington Wizards to a 103-99 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Wednesday night for a 3-2 lead in their first-round Eastern Conference playoff series.

Hawks-Wizards, Bulls-Celtics headed to testy Game 5s

Paul Millsap has accused the Washington Wizards of bringing mixed martial arts to the court.

Balanced Hawks hold off Wizards 111-101, even series 2-all

ATLANTA (AP) - In a year when the geezers are coming up big in the NBA playoffs, add another one to the list.

NYC settles lawsuit with Atlanta Hawks' Sefolosha

NEW YORK (AP) - Atlanta Hawks player Thabo Sefolosha settled his lawsuit against New York City after he was acquitted of criminal charges stemming from a police fracas outside a trendy Manhattan nightclub that left him with a broken leg and the end of his NBA season. The Daily News (http://nydn.us/2nZi8Mb ) reported Wednesday that Sefolosha will receive $4 million.

Atlanta Hawks hold diversity summit

The Atlanta Hawks are working to promote diversity and social change.

Schroder suspended 1 game for late arrival after break

The Hawks suspended starting point guard Dennis Schroder one game for showing up late to the team after the NBA's All-Star break. Speaking Friday with reporters, Schroder said an issue with his visa made him late returning from Germany.

Hawks sign Ryan Kelly, Lamar Patterson to multiyear deals

ATLANTA (AP) - The Atlanta Hawks have signed forward Ryan Kelly and guard Lamar Patterson to multiyear contracts. Patterson provides depth across the perimeter, including at point guard. He previously signed two 10-day contracts with the team, most recently on Feb. 8. He has averaged 2.3 points in four games. The 6-foot-11 Kelly has played in nine games with the Hawks after signing Oct. 31.

Don't mess with the Atlanta Hawks twitter account

NBA trade deadline rumors are causing a stir among sports fans on social media, but that doesn't mean NBA team twitter accounts want to hear about it. The Atlanta Hawks have been mentioned in several trade rumors, but the social media team wants to stop hearing about it.