Peachtree Hoops Sep 25, 2023
Report: Hawks sign forward Chris Silva
Photo by Mercedes Oliver/NBAE via The Hawks have reportedly agreed to terms with their 21st and final training camp contract, and it’s a familiar one to the organization. According to Brad Rowland of the Locked on Hawks podcast and Uproxx, Chris Silva has signed with the Atlanta Hawks on an Exhibit 10 contract. The Hawks have signed Chris Silva.Per source, it’s an Exhibit 10 contract.— Brad Rowland (@BTRowland) September 25, 2023 Chris Silva, a big man who played his collegiate ball at South Carolina, played for the Hawks in the 2022 Preseason leading up to...
Soaring Down South Sep 25, 2023
7 Free agents the Atlanta Hawks signed past their prime
This offseason has been interesting for the Atlanta Hawks as their moves have seemingly set them up for something larger, though that has yet to come to fruition. There have even been some who have called them out for failing to do more. But activity for the sake of activity is not a winning method […] 7 Free agents the Atlanta Hawks signed past their prime - Soaring Down South - Soaring Down South - Atlanta Hawks News, Rumors, and Fan Community
Soaring Down South Sep 23, 2023
Analyst points to Lakers for Hawks extension predictions
Amid all of the trade rumors, the Atlanta Hawks have a couple of legitimate pieces of business to handle with both Onyeka Okongwu and Saddiq Bey barreling toward restricted free agency next offseason. And the Los Angeles Lakers could have already provided the blueprint for how this should play out. Okongwu was the No. 6 […] Analyst points to Lakers for Hawks extension predictions - Soaring Down South - Soaring Down South - Atlanta Hawks News, Rumors, and Fan Community
Soaring Down South Sep 22, 2023
Hawks’ Trae Young teases fans with ‘cool’ announcement
Atlanta Hawks star Trae Young has been busy this offseason, recently buying a stake in the Atlanta Bouncers, a Major League Pickleball team owned by Anheuser-Busch. But he is apparently not done with the surprise announcements. “About to do something really cool that y’all will see later,” Young posted on X (formerly Twitter) on September […] Hawks’ Trae Young teases fans with ‘cool’ announcement - Soaring Down South - Soaring Down South - Atlanta Hawks News, Rumors, and Fan Community
Soaring Down South Sep 22, 2023
Grade the trade: Hawks solve shooting woes in latest proposal
The Atlanta Hawks had a quiet offseason, but not for lack of trying. They traded John Collins to the Jazz and attempted to pry Pascal Siakam from the Raptors (subscription required). Getting the two-time All-Star would have been massive, but it hasn’t happened. The Hawks are eager to contend, but will primarily rely on internal growth […] Grade the trade: Hawks solve shooting woes in latest proposal - Soaring Down South - Soaring Down South - Atlanta Hawks News, Rumors, and Fan Community
Peachtree Hoops Sep 22, 2023
What chances do betting markets give the 2023-24 Hawks, Trae Young?
Photo by Scott Cunningham/NBAE via As the new season looks to be just over the horizon, there is a sense that the Atlanta Hawks could surprise some people after a pedestrian 41-41 record in 2022-23. With a coaching change behind them and entering year two of the Trae Young-Dejounte Murray partnership, Atlanta is looking to build upon a strong finish to last season and to vault into the upper echelon of the Eastern Conference this year. Sadly, at this point in the offseason, all that exists are predictions without the aid of concrete on court evidence. Of course, where...
The J-Notes Sep 21, 2023
Utah Jazz forward John Collins slams the Atlanta Hawks
John Collins let the entire Atlanta Hawks organization know that they stunted his growth. It’s fair to say no one saw John Collins calling out the Atlanta Hawks coming. If you were filling out your 2023-2024 NBA Bingo cards and you had this as one of your squares, we’re going to go ahead and give […] Utah Jazz forward John Collins slams the Atlanta Hawks - The J-Notes - The J-Notes - Utah Jazz News, Rumors, and Fan Community
Peachtree Hoops Sep 20, 2023
2023: Atlanta Hawks Preseason: Resetting the offseason roster
Photo by Bart Young/NBAE via Who’s coming to training camp? With the introduction of two-way contracts in 2017, NBA teams have a multitude of manners of retaining talent to be able to develop into standard contract players down the line. Under these kinds of contracts, teams are able to option players to a G League affiliate when desired while also calling them up to practice and even appear for the senior team if needed. This offseason, teams are now allowed a maximum of three two-way contracts at a time. And the Hawks like many have already taken advantage of that...
Soaring Down South Sep 20, 2023
Hawks’ Trae Young drops prediction for next season
On his birthday, Atlanta Hawks star Trae Young spent time both reflecting and looking forward. The sixth-year guard began declaring the day a “holiday,” saying he “had time today” in lieu of his typical daily affirmation. Young also shared a short video highlighting the many facets of the now 25-year-old guard’s life. But it’s the […] Hawks’ Trae Young drops prediction for next season - Soaring Down South - Soaring Down South - Atlanta Hawks News, Rumors, and Fan Community
Soaring Down South Sep 18, 2023
Jazz’s John Collins sends heartfelt message to Hawks fans
The Atlanta Hawks traded John Collins to the Utah Jazz in an apparent salary-clearing move this offseason. Finally, after speaking on the trade only briefly in an interview, Collins had a message for fans. “Atl…..I know….. I took my time with this one. But this one definitely stung,” Collins’ Instagram post began. “Being thrust into […] Jazz’s John Collins sends heartfelt message to Hawks fans - Soaring Down South - Soaring Down South - An Atlanta Hawks blog
Soaring Down South Sep 18, 2023
Hawks ‘blew’ offseason after ‘huge disappointment’, analyst says
The reviews on the Atlanta Hawks offseason are rolling in with training camp drawing closer, and they are not exactly glowing. “The Hawks look like they’ll once again finish in the middle of the East after not really doing much this summer,” wrote Greg Swartz of Bleacher Report on September 17. “Dumping John Collins’ contract […] Hawks ‘blew’ offseason after ‘huge disappointment’, analyst says - Soaring Down South - Soaring Down South - An Atlanta Hawks blog
Peachtree Hoops Sep 18, 2023
2023 Atlanta Hawks Preseason: Important dates to remember
Photo by Adam Hagy/NBAE via It is now mid-September, and thus we are mere weeks from your Atlanta Hawks returning to action for a new season. The 2023-24 season is sure to be a thrilling roller coaster, but first comes preseason and training camp as the team ramps up to full action. Atlanta welcomes their three draft picks from the 2023 NBA Draft as well as veteran players Patty Mills and Wesley Matthews, among other new faces to the practice facility like a large portion of the coaching and development staff. For the first time since the 2016 Atlanta Hawks preseason,...
Soaring Down South Sep 14, 2023
5 Lineup combinations that could work for the Atlanta Hawks
For the Atlanta Hawks, lineups and matchups will be the key to their success. But how exactly can Atlanta use their depth to their advantage? Trading away John Collins opened up more opportunities for younger players like Jalen Johnson and Onyeka Okongwu to get more playing time. Drafting Kobe Bufkin (who the Hawks would not […] 5 Lineup combinations that could work for the Atlanta Hawks - Soaring Down South - Soaring Down South - An Atlanta Hawks blog
Soaring Down South Sep 14, 2023
Hawks’ FIBA World Cup standout a ‘player to watch’ in trade talks
While the Atlanta Hawks are said to be comfortable taking the roster as currently constructed into the regular season, that does not mean they are not also pondering potential moves. And, with their future finances still looming as a potential challenge, cost-cutting could be the move once again. They shed John Collins in a trade […] Hawks’ FIBA World Cup standout a ‘player to watch’ in trade talks - Soaring Down South - Soaring Down South - An Atlanta Hawks blog
Soaring Down South Sep 14, 2023
Hawks starring in 2023 FIBA World Cup bodes well for season
Atlanta Hawks are one of twenty-seven NBA teams that have players participating in the 2023 FIBA World Cup. Hawks have three players playing: Bogdan Bogdanovic for Serbia, Bruno Fernando for Angola, and Patty Mills for Australia. All three Hawks players played a major role in their respective countries. Patty Mills finished the 2023 FIBA World […] Hawks starring in 2023 FIBA World Cup bodes well for season - Soaring Down South - Soaring Down South - An Atlanta Hawks blog
