Lawsuit: Atlanta Hawks treated black celebrities differently

A former Security Operations Manager is suing the Atlanta Hawks, and another employee, for treating celebrities and security protocols differently based on race, and for his termination, according to a lawsuit filed by Smith Law, LLC.

First-round pick Collins signs rookie deal with Hawks

ATLANTA (AP) - Forward John Collins, the 19th overall pick in the NBA draft, has signed a rookie contract with the Atlanta Hawks.

Hawks request waivers on backup forward Mike Dunleavy

ATLANTA (AP) - The Atlanta Hawks have taken a step to prepare for Saturday's start of the free agency period by requesting waivers on backup wing player Mike Dunleavy.

Hawks sell power forward Ryan Kelly to Rockets

ATLANTA (AP) - The Atlanta Hawks have traded power forward Ryan Kelly to the Houston Rockets for cash considerations.

Hawks reveal Philips Arena's $192.5M renovations

Mayor Kasim Reed and the Atlanta Hawks organization have revealed plans to renovate Phillips Arena in downtown Atlanta.

Collins hopes for hands-on lessons from Millsap with Hawks

ATLANTA (AP) - John Collins has used Hawks star Paul Millsap's versatile game as a model for the player he hopes to become with Atlanta.

Hawks draft Wake Forest F Collins at No. 19 in NBA draft

ATLANTA (AP) - After dumping Dwight Howard and facing the possible loss of Paul Millsap, the Atlanta Hawks needed to bulk up the front court.

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.