Hawks Get Another Playoff Shot at King James and Cavaliers

ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Hawks were a work in progress much of the season, a team that went from relying on a dazzling, spread-the-ball offense to a grittier, defensive-minded bunch. They're hoping that will serve them well heading into an NBA playoff rematch with LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers.

LeBron, Cavaliers refocus with Hawks waiting in playoffs

INDEPENDENCE, Ohio (AP) — The Cleveland Cavaliers weren't flinging any footballs or dancing on Friday — at least not in public. The fun and games have been put on hold. It's time to get serious again. After two days to relax, a few light workouts and some post-practice shenanigans, which included LeBron James throwing a football with J.R. Smith and Kyrie Irving and Iman...

Hawks overwhelm Celtics, move to 2nd round with 104-92 win

BOSTON (AP) — Paul Millsap had 17 points and eight rebounds, and the Atlanta Hawks advanced to the second round of the NBA playoffs with a 104-92 Game 6 victory over the Boston Celtics on Thursday night.

Hawks, Celtics alone on playoff stage in close out game

After a frenzied start to the week that saw some of the NBA's top players sidelined by injuries, Thursday will mark the quietest night in the NBA playoffs so far, with only one game scheduled. Meanwhile, the East's top-seeded Cleveland Cavaliers — who certainly remember what it was like a year ago when they were bitten by postseason injuries — continue to play the waiting...

Stevens: Celtics' Thomas on track to play Game 6 vs. Hawks

BOSTON (AP) — Celtics coach Brad Stevens says that all signs point toward Isaiah Thomas being able to play in Game 6 against the Hawks. Stevens said Wednesday that he'd gotten all positive updates on the All-Star guard's status, who limped to the locker room with a mild left ankle sprain in the closing minutes of Tuesday's 110-83 loss in Atlanta. Stevens said Thomas didn't...

Harry the Hawks' tribute to Prince and more...

Less than a week after his passing, the Atlanta Hawks paid honor to legendary artist Prince during halftime on Tuesday.

Celtic's Smart fined $5,000 for flop in Game 3 vs Hawks

NEW YORK (AP) — The NBA has fined Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart $5,000 for violating its anti-flopping rules during Game 3 of the Celtics' first-round playoff series against the Atlanta Hawks.

OUCH! Atlanta Hawks mascot injury caught on camera

The Atlanta Hawks will be down a man… er… bird for their game on Friday against in Boston. The mascot had a bit of an accident during one of his performances during Game 2 in Atlanta.

Hawks stifle Boston in 1st quarter, lead 2-0 after 89-72 win

ATLANTA (AP) — The Hawks held the Boston Celtics to the lowest-scoring first quarter in the playoffs since the NBA went to the shot clock, building a 21-point lead and holding on despite an ugly shooting performance of their own for an 89-72 victory Tuesday night, giving Atlanta a 2-0 lead in the opening-round series.

Hawks facing much lower expectations heading into playoffs

ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Hawks head into the playoffs facing much lower expectations than a year ago.

Powder Springs boy to become 6th man in Hawks starting lineup

An 11-year-old Powder Springs boy will become the sixth man in the starting lineup for the Atlanta Hawks Tuesday night. 

Hawks Mutombo posts chaos from Brussels airport

Former Atlanta Hawks center Dikembe Mutombo was at the airport in Brussels during Tuesday's attacks.

Atlanta Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2016

On February 12th, the Atlanta Sports Hall of Fame will induct its class of 2016 at the Buckhead Theater. Included in this year's class are former Georgia Tech announcer Al Ciraldo, former Braves third baseman Chipper Jones, former Falcons offensive tackle Mike Kenn, former Trinity High School & Cleveland Browns defensive back Clarence Scott, and former Hawks power forward Kevin Willis.

Bazemore takes barre class for midseason workout

In his four NBA seasons, Hawks guard/forward Kent Bazemore has learned there's more to being in game shape than just being strong. This season that's even more important with an expanding role. On Sunday he showed a little bit of what he does to stay healthy and feeling good through an 82-game season.

Millsap scores 20 points to rally Hawks past Mavericks 98-95

DALLAS (AP) — With their best defensive effort of the season, the Atlanta Hawks harassed Dallas into its worst shooting performance yet.

Hawks Stop Skid with 103-97 Win Over Kings

Paul Millsap scored 23 points, including a running one-hander with 15.7 seconds remaining as the Atlanta Hawks held off the Sacramento Kings 103-97 Wednesday night.

Hawks Drop Third Straight 90-88 to Nets

 NEW YORK (AP) -- Brook Lopez had 24 points and Thaddeus Young hit two free throws with 1.4 seconds left to give the Brooklyn Nets a 90-88 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Tuesday night.

Hawks coach Budenholzer to miss game for family emergency

BOSTON (AP) — Atlanta Hawks coach Mike Budenholzer will miss Friday night's game at the Boston Celtics because of a family emergency.

Hawks Win 5th Straight

 ATLANTA (AP) -- Al Horford scored 21 points, Dennis Schroder added 20 and the Atlanta Hawks won their fifth straight game, 101-87 over the Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday night.    Brook Lopez finished with a season-high 27 points and Thaddeus Young had 14 for Brooklyn, which dropped to 0-5.    Jeff Teague had 16 points and six assists and Paul Millsap had 12 points and nine rebounds for the Hawks.    After going 1 for 7 from the field with four turnovers in first half, Schroder had a strong start i

Hawks Beat Heat Behind Teague's 26 Point Effort

MIAMI (AP) -- The formula is clear for the Atlanta Hawks. Plenty of balance and sticking with what works was good enough to win 60 games last season, and it seems to be just fine so far this year.    Jeff Teague used his speed to break down the Miami defense time and again on his way to 26 points and nine assists, Al Horford scored 17 points and the Hawks saw what was a 15-point lead trimmed to four midway through the fourth quarter before beating the Heat 98-92 on Tuesday night.    Paul Millsap