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Ranking the Top Five Teams of the NBA
March 11th, 2013 at 11:24 PM
Miami Heat (47-14)- Is there any doubt who the number one team in the league is? They have won 18 games in a row and it doesn't appear to end soon as the Heat host the Atlanta Hawks and then they hit the road for a long trip with games against the Philadelphia...
Atlanta Hawks: News, Notes and Rumors
March 6th, 2013 at 4:15 PM
While out on the road, Josh Smith reached the 10,000 point mark of his career. He is also the 24th player in NBA history to hit 10,000 points, 5,000 boards, 2,000 assists and 1,000 blocks.
According to Chris Vivlamore of the AJC.com, Johan Petro has expressed frustration with his role on...
Atlanta Hawks Finish Road Trip 3-3
March 6th, 2013 at 2:55 AM
After the Atlanta Hawks defeated the Sacramento Kings at Philips Arena by a score of 122-108 a few games ago, they hit the road on a six game trip where they hoped to pick up some major victories. The hike started out great as the Hawks put down the Milwaukee...
The Atlanta Hawks Look to Add More Wins on Road Trip to Increase Seeding in Eastern Conference
February 27th, 2013 at 1:03 AM
The Atlanta Hawks have won three games in a row and five of their last six. Of those last six games, they are 4-0 on the road, and they are currently on a road trip with four games left to play away from home. Of those four games, only two...
The Atlanta Hawks Down the Sacramento Kings
February 23rd, 2013 at 11:28 PM
The Atlanta Hawks played host to the Sacramento Kings and in typical Kings' fashion the Highlight Factory guests were allowed to leave with a lost. Sacramento has lost four straight games, their last seven on the road and dropped eight of their last 10. They have not defeated the Atlanta Hawks since February 20, 2008.
Atlanta...
NBA Rankings for Halfway Point of Season
February 19th, 2013 at 12:37 AM
Miami Heat (36-14)- The Miami Heat have won their last seven games and are 8-2 in the past 10 games. They will probably began to get more focused as we begin to move closer to playoff time. I think that LeBron James guy will look to prove some things after...
A Recap of NBA All Star Weekend in Houston
February 18th, 2013 at 1:44 AM
Rookie Damian Lillard won the Skills Competition. The Atlanta Hawks point guard Jeff Teague was present for the competition but didn't stick around long enough to have a shot at the trophy. Lillard defeated Jrue Holiday of the Philadelphia 76ers in the final round.
Kyrie Irving (Cleveland Cavaliers) shot the lights out of...
The Top Five Slam Dunk Contests of All Time
February 15th, 2013 at 5:27 PM
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5. 2008 "The Superman Dunk"- Gerald Green was the defending champion and Rudy Gay and Jamario Moon were also on the card. Green broke out the infamous "blow out the candle on the cupcake" dunk and Dwight Howard provided a show of tough dunks that were extremely tough. The show-stopper,...
Atlanta Hawks Prepare to Go Against the Indiana Pacers
February 5th, 2013 at 1:34 AM
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The Atlanta Hawks are 10-12 on the road, the Indiana Pacers are 19-3 while at home.
The Pacers have won their last 14 at home and if they defeat the Hawks their streak of 15 in a row would be one that has not been matched since the 1999-2000 season.
The Atlanta...
Atlanta Hawks Lose Big Lead and Game to Boston Celtics
January 6th, 2013 at 12:04 AM
***PHOTO1*** The Atlanta Hawks welcomed the Boston Celtics to "The Highlight Factory" and in the first half, Atlanta began to lay the smack down on the "C's". Lou Williams led the charge with 21 first half points that helped the Hawks get to a 53-38 lead at the half. At...
The Atlanta Hawks Defeat the New Orleans Hornets
January 2nd, 2013 at 1:28 PM
***PHOTO1*** The Atlanta Hawks defeated the New Orleans Hornets 95-86 by turning up the energy in the second half. Atlanta went from being down 44-50 at halftime, to being up 72-64 going into the fourth quarter on their way to the win. Along the way, Josh Smith picked up his 5,000...
NBA Most Valuable Player Candidates So Far This Season
December 24th, 2012 at 11:50 PM
***PHOTO1*** We are already about a little past a quarter of the way of the 2012-13 NBA season and we already have plenty to talk about. The Lakers are still trying to find themselves as Steve Nash makes his return to the floor, DeMarcus Cousins has been suspended three times...
The Atlanta Hawks Fall Tough to the Oklahoma City Thunder
December 20th, 2012 at 11:41 AM
***PHOTO1*** The Atlanta Hawks took on the Oklahoma City Thunder in "The Highlight Factory" and let's just say that the highlights were pretty one-sided on this occasion. The Atlanta Hawks could not seem to throw one in the ocean, where the Thunder on the other hand had the hot hand early with Russell...
The Atlanta Hawks are on a Roll, Winning 9 Out of Last 10 Games
December 10th, 2012 at 12:29 AM
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After defeating the Memphis Grizzlies and winning nine out of their last ten games, the Atlanta Hawks are starting to get recognized as a team to be reckoned with. People are starting to take notice in the defense that is being played and the shooting from the perimeter allows Atlanta...
Atlanta Hawks Send Rookies to the NBA Development League
December 1st, 2012 at 9:55 PM
***PHOTO1*** The Atlanta Hawks have sent their two rookies to the NBA Development League. Both, John Jenkins and Mike Scott, are going to play for the Hawks' affiliate (the Bakersfield Jam). It has not been determined how long they will play there but they can see some productive minutes in...
Ivan Johnson May Get to See More Minutes for Atlanta Hawks
November 27th, 2012 at 11:34 PM
***PHOTO1*** Last season rookie forward Ivan Johnson became a fan favorite, he brought an edge to the Hawks that had never been seen in Atlanta but many thought was needed. Johnson got into a little trouble at the end of last season for doing a few things that were frowned...
The Atlanta Hawks Go on a Winning Spree Over Thanksgiving Break
November 25th, 2012 at 11:38 PM
***PHOTO1*** Over the Thanksgiving holidays I was away at a small town in Georgia, it felt like I went back in time and while I was away the Atlanta Hawks kept on winning. Over the past week the Hawks have gone 3-0 (after previously winning two games in a row)...
The Atlanta Hawks Start Slow, Finish Strong Against Orlando Magic
November 20th, 2012 at 12:09 AM
***PHOTO1*** The Atlanta Hawks defeated the Orlando Magic by a score of 81-72. The win, for the Hawks, marks two in a row (three out of their last four). On the other hand, Orlando has lost seven of their last eight (their lone win came against the Detroit Pistons).
The Hawks fell into...
Atlanta Hawks Storm Back from Down 14 to Defeat the Indiana Pacers
November 8th, 2012 at 1:55 PM
***PHOTO1*** With 5:45 left to go in the game the Atlanta Hawks found themselves down to the Indiana Pacers 83-71 and coming out of a time out. That possession would see Al Horford make a move on David West to get an and-one and that's where the run began. Kyle...
