In today’s NBA news, Gary Payton II has a long road to recovery, the All-Star game was a rating disaster and the Hawks are trying to quickly hire a coach. The NBA IS BACK TONIGHT after a restful break for the players and a long wait for fans. We have a full slate of nine
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Feb 10, 2022; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) against Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports With All-Star weekend in the rearview mirror, it’s a perfect time to reevaluate every NBA team’s standing in the title race. NBA All-Star weekend has officially
In the latest NBA news Nate McMillan is done in Atlanta, Jacque Vaughn was extended and former second-overall pick Lonzo Ball is done for the season. NBA news: Lonzo Ball is done According to Shams Charania, Lonzo Ball will not play this season due to a torn meniscus and other issues in his left knee.
The Golden State Warriors are working with the league to resolve a trade centered on Gary Payton II that has been put in jeopardy. This weekend, we found out that a trade completed just before the NBA’s trade deadline was in jeopardy because the Trail Blazers did not disclose information about an injury Gary Payton
The Portland Trail Blazers neglect in informing the Golden State Warriors about Gary Payton II’s health status could void the trade. A massive four-team trade is at risk of getting voided according to recent reports. The trade that centered on Gary Payton II going back to the Golden State Warriors is possibly going to be
The Warriors made a deal involving the No. 2 pick from two years ago. Why did they trade James Wiseman and how does this help? According to Adrian Wojnarowski, the Golden State Warriors executed two separate trades, involving the Pistons, Hawks and Trail Blazers. Golden State essentially traded James Wiseman, who was the second overall
Before the Phoenix Suns landed Kevin Durant, they were considering a three-team trade that would have returned them John Collins according to NBA rumors. By the time the early hours of Thursday morning hit, the Phoenix Suns pulled off a blockbuster deal that places them definitively as one of the favorites to represent the Western
The Hawks have been shopping John Collins for multiple seasons and NBA trade rumors say they’re getting increasingly flexible about their price. According to Sam Amick of The Athletic, the Hawks have lowered their price for John Collins, who has been on the market for a long time. Additionally in his report, he says that the
The Atlanta Hawks are still shopping John Collins as the trade deadline approaches. Now NBA trade rumors have identified a surprising new suitor. A half-dozen teams have already been reportedly linked to the Atlanta Hawks and John Collins, including the Utah Jazz, New Orleans Pelicans, Los Angeles Lakers and more. The 25-year-old power forward has
The Atlanta Hawks reportedly want a huge trade return for John Collins — a sign they know they aren’t using him correctly. If reports that the Atlanta Hawks were seeking a Rudy Gobert-sized return for John Collins caught you off guard, you were definitely not alone. The Utah Jazz received Malik Beasley, Patrick Beverley, Walker Kessler,
Dec 18, 2022; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Golden State Warriors center James Wiseman (33) dribbles the ball while sitting before warm up before a game against the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports Tired of puny fake NBA trades that only include a handful of teams at a time? Boy,
Jeffrey Swinger-USA TODAY Sports NBA rumors are heating up as the trade deadline gets closer and several struggling teams may be reconsidering who they trade and who they keep. Chris Haynes of Bleacher Report rounded up the latest NBA rumors today, with a piece that touched on several surprising players who could be working their
Nov 14, 2021; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young and forward John Collins (20) celebrate a play during the second half against the Milwaukee Bucks at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports The Hawks have a lot of interest in shaking up their current underachieving roster. Here are three teams
The Mavericks will be without Maxi Kleber for some time, and it should have them upping the offer for a rumored trade target. The Dallas Mavericks will be without forward Maxi Kleber for an indefinite period of time. The team is saying Kleber tore his hamstring during practice on Tuesday and is out indefinitely. The Mavs
Eventually, every NBA team will be in the mix to trade for Atlanta Hawks forward John Collins. It has become so beyond exhausting how many times Atlanta Hawks forward John Collins’ name has come up in trade rumors in recent years. The former Wake Forest star is Atlanta’s longest-tenured player. He is a borderline All-Star, but
Trae Young has quite enjoyed torturing the Knicks inside Madison Square Garden and he had a message on his shoes for Wednesday’s game at MSG. It would be hard to pick your favorite time that Trae Young put Knicks fans through an emotional torture chamber at Madison Square Garden simply because of how many times
John Collins, Atlanta Hawks. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images) Bellator 288: Vadim Nemkov vs. Corey Anderson 2 live results by Thomas Albano Once again, the Atlanta Hawks are making power forward John Collins available for trade. Death, taxes and the Atlanta Hawks putting John Collins on the trade block… Stop me if you’ve heard this one before.
The Hawks are winning games but passing less than any team in a decade. Will a lack of offensive dynamism hurt them as the season goes along? The Atlanta Hawks made one of the biggest moves of the offseason, trading Danilo Gallinari, three future first-round picks and a pick swap to the San Antonio Spurs
The NBA announced that Basketball Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo is undergoing treatment for a brain tumor. On Saturday, the NBA world was hit with devastating news regarding Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo. NBA insider Shams Charania reported that the league announced Mutombo, known for his days in Atlanta, Denver, Houston, Philadelphia, and other destinations,
Trae Young has the potential to take the Atlanta Hawks to heights they’ve never reached in the modern era. He just has to keep doing the work. Dominique Wilkins was an incredible basketball player hardly anyone outside Atlanta ever thinks about because his teams never won anything. That wasn’t his fault; he was repeatedly brilliant
Jaylen Brown couldn’t have been happy about seeing his name included in Kevin Durant trade rumors. Could a move to the Atlanta Hawks be coming in free agency? For the time being, the Kevin Durant drama is over and the Brooklyn Nets have moved forward with their current roster. Before trade talks died down, reports
The war of words between Atlanta Hawks star Dejounte Murray and Orlando Magic rookie Paolo Banchero can be explained through Instagram. The NBA offseason has been relatively quiet since Summer League, as fans wait to see if any Kevin Durant, Donovan Mitchell or Jayson Tatum rumors eventually materialize. Perhaps that’s why a surprising — and
Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images The Suns decided to keep DeAndre Ayton, derailing the plans of the Pacers. If that ruffled the feathers of Myles Turner, Indiana may have to make a trade. In what was a surprisingly fast-paced process with the NBA frozen from Kevin Durant/Kyrie Irving/Donovan Mitchell trade anxiety, the DeAndre Ayton free
The Atlanta Hawks of the late 1990s were incredibly unique, loaded with talent and depth but overshadowed by better teams around them. None of the starting five that included Dikembe Mutombo, Christian Laettner, Tyrone Corbin, Steve Smith, and Mookie Blaylock was drafted by the organization. Their talents were all imported from other cities to a
The Atlanta Hawks are reportedly close on acquiring Dejounte Murray from the San Antonio Spurs. The Atlanta Hawks made it to the playoffs as the eighth seed in the Eastern Conference, but were eliminated in the first round by the Miami Heat. With the East only getting tougher, the Hawks are reportedly on the verge
The Atlanta Hawks have traded Kevin Huerter to the Sacramento Kings, suggesting a bigger move is on the horizon for this contending franchise. While the Sacramento Kings have traded for wing Kevin Huerter, the Atlanta Hawks could be up to something once again in the early stages of NBA free agency. ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski reported on Friday
Feb 11, 2022; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Dejounte Murray (5) shoots over Atlanta Hawks forward De’Andre Hunter (12) in the first quarter at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports UFC 276: Sean O’Malley says he feels like the ‘main event’ every time he fights (Video) by Raphael Garcia Dejounte
COMMERCE CITY, CO – JUNE 25: Taylor Kornieck #20 of the United States celebrates scoring with Megan Rapinoe #15 during a game between Colombia and USWNT at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park on June 25, 2022 in Commerce City, Colorado. (Photo by Robin Alam/ISI Photos/Getty Images) As Pride Month comes to a close, FanSided celebrates LGBTQ+
The Atlanta Hawks are a potential trade destination for Utah Jazz center Rudy Gobert. If Utah Jazz star center Rudy Gobert is dealt this offseason, it might be to the Atlanta Hawks. Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report reported “the Hawks could be the most natural Gobert trade partner for the Utah Jazz.” Fischer’s reporting suggests that
The Atlanta Hawks are reportedly putting forward John Collins on the trading block once again. With the 2022 NBA Draft rapidly approaching, Atlanta Hawks forward John Collins’ name is coming up in trade rumors yet again. Though Collins has spent his entire professional career out of Wake Forest in Atlanta, in addition to getting the
Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images Mets: A realistic trade offer for Red Sox star JD Martinez by Mark Powell Chris Paul‘s reputation took another hit this season after the No. 1-seed Phoenix Suns were upset in the playoffs. But Trae Young says he’s still one of the greatest. It’s been a rough few weeks for
NBA analyst Jalen Rose admitted he made a mistake when he was the lone person to vote Brooklyn Nets point guard Kyrie Irving to All-NBA 3rd Team. It’s not easy to own freezing cold takes in sports, but Jalen Rose did it with grace: he actually called himself out for making a big mistake during
Atlanta Hawks star Trae Young endorses Steve Kerr’s passionate plea for gun reform on Twitter, saying “enough is enough.” For many Americans reeling from the news of the Uvalde school shooting, there’s the question of whether or not gun violence will intersect with their own lives if it hasn’t already. Golden State Warriors head coach
Adreian Payne, Michigan State Spartans. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images) Post-spring SEC football power rankings: Alabama reclaims top spot from Georgia by John Buhler Former Michigan State basketball star Adreian Payne passed away at the age of 31. The college hoops world is in mourning, as former Michigan State basketball standout Adreian Payne passed away at
Game 5 of the Heat vs. Hawks NBA Playoffs series is on tap with Miami one victory away from advancing and Atlanta holding on for dear life. While Atlanta didn’t get the two victories they needed on their home floor, they got the one they needed to push things back to Miami. Now, Game 5
The Atlanta Hawks’ run in the playoffs lasted one round, as they were eliminated by the Miami Heat. Here are three players who likely won’t be back next season. The Atlanta Hawks had to get through the play-in tournament to clinch a spot in the playoffs. They did just that, defeating the Charlotte Hornets and
Apr 22, 2022; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; An announcement on an arena video board before the game between the Miami Heat against the Atlanta Hawks prior to game three of the first round for the 2022 NBA playoffs at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports 76ers vs. Raptors: TV channel, live stream, prediction,
Apr 15, 2022; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (11) waves to fans after a win against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports Bellator 277: Linton Vassell pulls off miraculous first-round comeback over Tim Johnson (Video) by Curtis Calhoun The Atlanta Hawks have clinched the eighth-seed
The Miami Heat have a 2-0 series lead over the Atlanta Hawks, and look to make it 3-0 with a Game 3 win on Friday. The Miami Heat entered the NBA Playoffs as the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference. Meanwhile, the Atlanta Hawks earned the eighth seed after defeating the Charlotte Hornets and
Jan 21, 2022; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (22) and Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (11) fight for the ball on the court during the second half at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports Look: Georgia football players show off national championship rings at G-Day by John Buhler Atlanta
MIAMI, FLORIDA – APRIL 17: Tyler Herro #14 of the Miami Heat fouls Trae Young #11 of the Atlanta Hawks during the first half in Game One of the Eastern Conference First Round at FTX Arena on April 17, 2022 in Miami, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and
This season delivered a fascinating and unique MVP race, but only one of Giannis Antetokounmpo, Joel Embiid and Nikola Jokić can take home the most sacred of the individual NBA awards. With Rookie, Coach, Sixth Man, Most Improved, All-Defense and Defensive Player of the Year awards taken care of, it’s time to wrap up the
New York Knicks have found a new public enemy in Atlanta Hawks star Trae Young, who has terrorized New York City once again. Knicks fans run on two things: unending hope that this year is their year, and the rage that follows when this year is ultimately not their year. Usually, it’s helpful when that
Why Vince Carter’s final season as an Atlanta Hawk, and his years as a veteran mentor, mean just as much as prime Vinsanity did. He stepped onto the court for the first time in the 2019–20 season, donning a white Atlanta Hawks uni with bright red and neon green lettering — a loud contrast against
The Over and Back NBA podcast is celebrating the NBA at 75 by rewatching some of the greatest Slam Dunk Contests in NBA history. In 1988, the NBA slam dunk contest was still trying to figure out exactly what it wanted to be. Early competitions featured some of the league’s top stars and legendary dunkers
The Over and Back NBA podcast is celebrating the NBA at 75 by rewatching some of the greatest Slam Dunk Contests in NBA history. The 1986 NBA slam-dunk contest is famous for being the night when spectacle took center stage. 5-foot-6 Atlanta Hawks point guard Michael Anthony Jerome “Spud” Webb probably wasn’t the night’s best
Luka Doncic, Dallas Mavericks, Trae Young, Atlanta Hawks. (Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports) Tyrann Mathieu’s son showed more effort in Pro Bowl celly than any actual players by Ethan Lee The officiating in the Atlanta Hawks at Dallas Mavericks game on Sunday evening stunk almost as bad as the Pro Bowl. In what should have been
Before the Atlanta Hawks sent Cam Reddish to the New York Knicks, there was apparently a Ben Simmons deal on the table that included Tobias Harris. Daryl Morey has made it clear that he will only entertain substantial offers for Ben Simmons, and last week, the Atlanta Hawks were apparently willing to part ways with
NBA All-Star voting ends this week. Which players from the Eastern Conference deserve a spot in this year’s All-Star Game, and which ones just miss the cut? NBA All-Star voting closes this Friday, and while I don’t have an official media vote for who gets into this year’s game, I still went through the exercise
With Cam Reddish whisked away to the New York Knicks, reports now reveal that the Los Angeles Lakers tried — and failed — to court him away from Atlanta. Although Ben Simmons has taken up the NBA news cycle with his desire for a high-value trade, it seems that Cam Reddish quietly did the same
In a trade involving four teams, the Atlanta Hawks are trading Cam Reddish, Solomon Hill and a 2025 second-rounder for Kevin Knox and a 2022 first-rounder. One month after trades open up for players picked up in free agency, a comprehensive list includes those who are restricted, those with at least two years remaining on
The Whiteboard is The Step Back’s daily basketball newsletter, covering the NBA, WNBA and more. Subscribe here to get it delivered to you via email each morning. Offenses have, in general, had a tough time this season and it’s about more than the endless shuffling of lineups as teams navigate a surge in COVID cases and
Atlanta Hawks star and New York Knicks villain Trae Young received one vote to become New York City’s new mayor during their recent mayoral election. As Knicks fans streamed out of Madison Square Garden on June 3, they espoused their hatred from the man who prevented a potential Knicks title: Atlanta Hawks Trae Young. [embedded
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has added a new trick to his bag this season, and the Hawks’ offense has struggled to get off the ground. Much of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s career has unfolded in relative obscurity, but the absence of a spotlight has done nothing to stall his growth as a player. The 23-year-old made steady, substantive improvement
Kevin Huerter doesn’t seem destined for NBA stardom. But that doesn’t mean he isn’t incredibly important to the present and future of the Atlanta Hawks. The act would be incredibly corny, but it would be fitting. You could give Kevin Huerter a nickname like the Hold Steady and you would have summed up his career
De’Andre Hunter will be crucial to the short- and long-term success of the Atlanta Hawks, provided he stays healthy enough to remain on the court. Most NBA teams fall into one of two categories: those aggressively pursuing as many wins as possible and those stockpiling talent with the hope of eventually competing for a championship.
John Collins has become one of the best offensive big men in the NBA. Is that enough to help take the Hawks to the next level? It would be unavailing to try and categorize John Collins within the broader positional category of big men. While he certainly possesses conventional qualities of both power forwards and
After quieting critics by guiding his Atlanta Hawks to the Eastern Conference Finals, what does Trae Young have in store for an encore? Trae Young might be the NBA’s next great villain. Like any good wrestling heel, Young seems to revel in infuriating fans. After hitting a game-winning floater in Game 2 of the Atlanta
Trae Young and Spencer Rattler could not believe D.J. Graham made the interception of the century. When D.J. Graham made the greatest play of his life, Oklahoma football star Spencer Rattler and former Sooners basketball sensation Trae Young could not believe what just happened. The Atlanta Hawks point guard was on the sidelines watching his favorite
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – JUNE 29: Trae Young #11 of the Atlanta Hawks reacts to a Clint Capela #15 basket against the Milwaukee Bucks during the second half in Game Four of the Eastern Conference Finals at State Farm Arena on June 29, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that,
The Los Angeles Lakers are front-runners to sign four-time All-Star Rajon Rondo. Referencing betting odds from Bovada, the Lakers have -130 odds of signing the player, followed by the Memphis Grizzlies (+120) and Golden State Warriors (+500). On November 23, 2020, he signed a two-year, $15 million contract with the Atlanta Hawks. Then, he was
LeBron James, Los Angeles Lakers. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images) Rein Taaramae reins in others to win La Vuelta a Espana Stage 3 by Marisa Wikramanayake Fabio Jakobsen wins 2021 La Vuelta a Espana Stage 4 by Marisa Wikramanayake NBA superstars like Kevin Durant and LeBron James hate their overall ratings in NBA2k22. In a tradition
After two strong offseasons and a Conference Finals run, the Hawks have moved to the fringes of the NBA title picture. Can they break through as a true contender? Among the most difficult questions to answer in the NBA is how an overachieving young team will carry its success into the next year. Improvement isn’t
Head coach Mike Budenholzer has agreed to a three-year extension to remain with the Milwaukee Bucks. Bud was entering the final year of his contract. He is now expected to remain with the organization until the summertime of 2025. After the signing, Bucks general manager Jon Hurst mentioned, “Bud is a great coach and a
John Collins, Atlanta Hawks. (Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports) Kemba Walker looks to reclaim MSG magic, joining the Knicks by John Buhler The Atlanta Hawks and free agent forward John Collins have agreed to a massive new contract. While he initially tested the market, the Atlanta Hawks were able to retain forward John Collins in his
For the past several years, the Western Conference has widely been considered the deeper, more talented conference. Don’t look now, but the teams in the East have caught up and passed them as the premier conference in the league. Considering the elite-level talent (superstars) and the rising young stars, the argument could easily be made
Hawks star Trae Young. (Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) Watch Giannis Antetokounmpo coach teammates from the bench during Game 6 (Video) by Scott Rogust Twitter freaks out after TNT broadcast shuts down during Hawks-Bucks Game 6 by Scott Rogust Fans were astounded and irate when an official gave Atlanta star Trae Young a technical just for
The Boston Celtics are moving Tristan Thompson in a three-team trade to clear room for Josh Richardson. The 2021 NBA Draft may be in the rearview mirror, but that doesn’t mean trade season has stopped. Following Thursday’s draft night, which saw Russell Westbrook traded to the Los Angeles Lakers, ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski broke news of
The 2020-21 Los Angeles Lakers concluded the season with a record of 42-30 (.583), losing in the first round of the playoffs against the Phoenix Suns. Injuries sustained developed quite a toll on the roster and morale, such as Anthony Davis’ strained calf and groin. This was a more disappointing, forgettable season for Lakers fans.
Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young tweeted out an amusing clip of disappointment after not being selected for the Team USA Basketball roster. As Team USA Basketball continues preparation for the 2021 Tokyo Olympics, they will need to find a replacement for All-Star Bradley Beal. As announced on Thursday, the Washington Wizards guard will not travel
Jul 3, 2021; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Milwaukee Bucks center Brook Lopez (11) and Atlanta Hawks center Clint Capela (15) battle for the opening tip-off for game six of the Eastern Conference Finals for the 2021 NBA Playoffs at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports NBA Twitter can’t believe the reason Trae Young
The John Collins wheel of fortune is spinning and he has four teams who are looking to court him into making that move during free agency. John Collins was a force to be reckoned with this year, especially in the playoffs. He put people on notice with 13.9 points and 8.7 rebounds per game while
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – JUNE 15: Sportscaster Marv Albert is honored during a timeout in Game Five of the Second Round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs between the Brooklyn Nets and the Milwaukee Bucks at Barclays Center on June 15, 2021 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that,
NBA Twitter was torn about the first half of Game 5 between the Milwaukee Bucks and Atlanta Hawks. With Giannis Antetokounmpo sidelined by a hyperextended knee for the Milwaukee Bucks and Trae Young out with a bone bruise in his foot for the Atlanta Hawks, Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Finals was going to
Giannis Antetokounmpo is out with a knee injury, but there is some hope the Bucks star could return for a potential Game 7 against the Hawks if necessary. The Bucks and Hawks may not make it past Game 6. But if they do, Milwaukee could be in for a huge boost. Injured star Giannis Antetokounmpo,
Jun 27, 2021; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (11) sits on the bench prior to the game against the Milwaukee Bucks during game three of the Eastern Conference Finals for the 2021 NBA Playoffs at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports Is Chance the Rapper a Bucks fan? by
The Suns dispatched the Clippers by responding to a smart batch of adjustments from Tyronn Lue, and will carry their momentum into the NBA Finals. This week on The Long Two, a look at how Monty Williams and the Phoenix Suns won the chess match in the Western Conference Finals, and some positive signs from
Here are the odds, spread, line, over/under, betting info and prediction for Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Finals between the Milwaukee Bucks and Atlanta Hawks. The Atlanta Hawks have proven to be one of the most resilient teams in the 2021 NBA Playoffs. Despite losing Trae Young, Atlanta used a complete team effort to
Giannis Antetokounmpo hyperextended his left knee in the third quarter of the Eastern Conference Finals against the Atlanta Hawks. The story of the NBA Playoffs has been superstar players lost to injury. The Milwaukee Bucks are now feeling that after Giannis Antetokounmpo contested a Clint Capella alley-oop and had his left knee buckle underneath him,
The Milwaukee Bucks beat the Hawks in Game 3, then won the internet when they dropped a vicious troll of the city of Atlanta on Twitter. NBA Twitter is often a savage place. No jest goes unspoken. And the official accounts often produce the best jabs. The Milwaukee Bucks‘ official Twitter account proved that after
Atlanta Hawks star Trae Young had to exit Game 3 against the Bucks after stepping on an official’s foot and apparently tweaking his ankle. The Atlanta Hawks had the one injury scare they would have wished to avoid on Sunday during Game 3 against the Milwaukee Bucks. Near the end of the third quarter of
The Milwaukee Bucks throttled the Atlanta Hawks in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals, and NBA Twitter was in shock. After the Atlanta Hawks stole Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals on the road behind a historic Trae Young performance, many wondered how the Milwaukee Bucks would respond in Game 2. On Friday
Two of the 2018 Draft’s brightest young stars have found playoff success in different ways, but each is helping push his team into NBA championship contention. Between Luka Doncic, Trae Young and Deandre Ayton, these playoffs have been heavily shaped by the top of the 2018 NBA Draft. Ayton and Young are the last two
Trae Young, Atlanta Hawks, New York Knicks. (Mandatory Credit: Elsa/POOL PHOTOS-USA TODAY Sports) Watch: Vanderbilt had the craziest walkoff win you’ll ever see in College World Series vs. Stanford by Ethan Lee Atlanta Hawks star Trae Young explained why he shimmied before hitting a 3-pointer against the Milwaukee Bucks in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference
Clemson has produced some very good NBA players – including Elden Campbell, Dale Davis and Horace Grant – but not too many of late. The most recent Clemson Tiger who was selected in the NBA Draft was Jason Blossomgame in 2017. Before that, K.J McDaniels in 2014, Trevor Booker in 2010 and Will Soloman in
LeBron James, Los Angeles Lakers. (Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports) Damian Lillard responds to ‘horrible photoshop’ of him in Jazz uniform by Natalie Abele LeBron James couldn’t contain himself watching Trae Young light it up for the Atlanta Hawks in their Game 1 vs. the Milwaukee Bucks in the Eastern Conference Finals. The
The Atlanta Hawks have a better shot than you think of winning the Eastern Conference Finals. For the second time since 2015, the Atlanta Hawks are playing in the Eastern Conference Finals. The last time they made it this far in the NBA Playoffs, the head coach they will be going up against was their head
The Bucks might be a favorite to reach the NBA Finals, but they will have their hands full with the Hawks this series. After trailing 2-0 and later 3-2 in the Eastern Conference Semifinals, the Bucks battled their way back to a Game 7 victory. The resilience was impressive, and now Milwaukee is four wins
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – JUNE 18: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers drives against Clint Capela #15 and John Collins #20 of the Atlanta Hawks during the first half of game 6 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals at State Farm Arena on June 18, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – JUNE 18: John Collins #20 of the Atlanta Hawks reacts after a basket against the Philadelphia 76ers during the first half of game 6 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals at State Farm Arena on June 18, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – JUNE 16: Trae Young #11 of the Atlanta Hawks celebrates during the fourth quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers during Game Five of the Eastern Conference Semifinals at Wells Fargo Center on June 16, 2021 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – JUNE 11: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers drives against Clint Capela #15 of the Atlanta Hawks during the first half of game 3 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals at State Farm Arena on June 11, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – JUNE 14: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers grabs a rebound against Trae Young #11 of the Atlanta Hawks during the first half of game 4 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals at State Farm Arena on June 14, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that,
Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young wanted the referees to let Philadelphia 76ers guard Ben Simmons shoot free throws after a late foul. Late in Game 3 between the Hawks and the 76ers, Trae Young found a unique way to insult Philadelphia guard Ben Simmons. He wanted him to shoot free throws. After Young fouled Simmons
Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) Trae Young asking refs to let Ben Simmons shoot free throws is ultimate insult (Video) by Alicia de Artola Philadelphia 76ers big man Joel Embiid struggled with injuries in Game 3. Did Atlanta Hawks fans cheer when he hurt his knee? Embiid was the
Rapper Meek Mill was telling Ben Simmons to guard Trae Young during Game 3 between the Philadelphia 76ers and Atlanta Hawks. The Philadelphia 76ers are looking to advance to the Eastern Conference Finals for the first time since 2001, but the Atlanta Hawks stand in their way. The key to defeating the Hawks is to
De’Andre Hunter, Atlanta Hawks. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) Devin Booker owns history with LeBron James’ last game-worn No. 23 Lakers’ jersey by John Buhler The Atlanta Hawks will be without wing De’Andre Hunter for the rest of the 2021 NBA Playoffs. Ahead of Game 3 vs. the Philadelphia 76ers, the Atlanta Hawks received
The Whiteboard is The Step Back’s daily basketball newsletter, covering the NBA, WNBA and more. Subscribe here to get it delivered to you via email each morning. In yesterday’s edition of The Whiteboard, I mentioned how defensive matchups were fascinating variables to watch in Tuesday night’s games and it absolutely worked out. The 76ers made a
While it was quite the bumpy ride, the Washington Wizards clinched a playoff berth in the 2020-21 season despite starting the year at 17-32. It required big moves at the trade deadline, a 17-6 run to close out the regular season and a Play-In Tournament win but the Wizards managed to make the playoffs and
The Los Angeles Clippers preferred not to face their crosstown rivals to open up the 2020-21 playoffs. Now they may not even get the opportunity to play against the Los Angeles Lakers at all. The thought of facing a rested LeBron James and Anthony Davis did not sit well with the franchise, and they ultimately
Trae Young is officially a lifelong New York Knicks villain after drilling a late 3 and taking a bow at Madison Square Garden while eliminating the Knicks. Trae Young spent his entire first playoff series cementing his status as a lifelong New York Knicks villain. In Game 5 on Wednesday night, he put the final
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – MAY 30: Julius Randle #30 of the New York Knicks drives against John Collins #20 of the Atlanta Hawks in the first half during game four of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals at State Farm Arena on May 30, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by
Julius Randle, New York Knicks. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images) Steelers wide receiver wants Julio Jones to join him in Pittsburgh by Rucker Haringey Former NFL quarterback on Tua Tagovailoa not knowing playbook: ‘That should never, ever happen’ by John Buhler Julius Randle’s poor shooting is a big reason why the New York Knicks trail
Entering the season, there were high hopes for the Indiana Pacers following an impressive bubble showing and eruption from T.J. Warren. However, the team finished at a disappointing 34-38 mark, finishing at ninth in the Eastern Conference and getting eliminated in the play-in tournament. A myriad of factors played into Indiana’s rough season, but no
ATLANTA, GA – MAY 28: Julius Randle #30 of the New York Knicks shoots in the second half against the Atlanta Hawks during game three of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals at State Farm Arena on May 28, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this
This week on The Long Two: Early returns on Devin Booker, Trae Young, and Ja Morant in the playoffs. Plus, how Luka Dončić is picking the Clippers apart. NBA players establish reputations over hundreds, if not thousands, of regular-season repetitions, but the playoffs are where those reputations are stress-tested. We may have a good idea
In only two first-round playoff games, Atlanta Hawks point guard Trae Young has already become public enemy No. 1 for New York Knicks fans. There is no love lost between Atlanta Hawks point guard Trae Young and New York Knicks fans. For the first time in years, Atlanta and New York are not just back
The Atlanta Hawks getting blown out by the Philadelphia 76ers clearly didn’t sit well with Kris Dunn, who got a silly technical over a high five. There are a lot of reasons to get mad on a basketball court. A high five isn’t one of them. Kris Dunn of the Atlanta Hawks didn’t get that
Markieff Morris had a pretty lame excuse for the Lakers’ loss to the Hawks on Saturday and it wasn’t even LeBron’s injury. LeBron James left the Los Angeles Lakers’ Saturday matchup with the Atlanta Hawks in the second quarter because of what we now know to be a high ankle sprain. James hit a three
Brace Hemmelgarn-USA TODAY Sports Chicago Bulls add more depth in trade with Washington Wizards by Steven Kubitza Miami Heat snag Victor Oladipo from Houston at the trade deadline by Bre’ana Singleton Just before the 3 p.m. EST NBA trade deadline, the Los Angeles Clippers have traded Lou Williams to the Atlanta Hawks for Rajon Rondo.
Lonzo Ball, New Orleans Pelicans. (Mandatory Credit: Chuck Cook-USA TODAY Sports) March Madness: We all owe Jim Boeheim, Syracuse basketball a big apology by Mike Phillips Zion Williamson is on a tear not seen since prime Shaq by Alicia de Artola One name to watch ahead of the 2021 NBA trade deadline is New Orleans Pelicans
Despite the Atlanta Hawks being the hottest team in basketball, power forward John Collins is drawing considerable trade interest from at least five different teams. Could he be dealt by Thursday? If the Atlanta Hawks give John Collins the 1994 Dominique Wilkins treatment, the City of Atlanta will be big mad. While the Hawks are winners of
With the NBA trade deadline just days away, the Boston Celtics reportedly have interest in the Atlanta Hawks’ John Collins and Bogdan Bogdanovic. We’re just days away from this season’s NBA trade deadline and speculation around the league has picked up. This Thursday, March 25 at 3 p.m. ET is the date and time that
Trae Young called out Grayson Allen on Twitter for allegedly tripping him during Saturday’s Atlanta Hawks-Memphis Grizzlies game. During the NBA preseason, Atlanta Hawks star point guard Trae Young got acquainted with Memphis Grizzlies guard Grayson Allen. And by acquainted, we mean that Young shoved Allen and created a brief scuffle between both teams. The
Atlanta Hawks, Oklahoma City Thunder. (Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports) A collective jersey debacle made the first half of the Atlanta Hawks vs. the Oklahoma City Thunder game on Friday night completely unwatchable. The Atlanta Hawks and the Oklahoma City Thunder proved to the world once again that red uniforms and orange uniforms do not
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) gestures to a referee during the fourth quarter against the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports Bradley Beal makes it crystal clear what he thinks about the trade rumors by Bre’ana Singleton The Atlanta Hawks are opening an investigation into the LeBron
The young star of the Atlanta Haws was furious that he didn’t get a foul call on final possession of game against the Dallas Mavericks. The Atlanta Hawks were hoping to exit Wednesday night with a two-game winning streak with a win over the Dallas Mavericks. In a tightly-contested affair, the Mavericks pulled off the
Trae Young, notorious for flopping to get calls, is at it again. Luka Doncic vs Trae Young is the marquee matchup of the NBA’s Wednesday night early slate of games, and despite some stellar play from both stars, the Oklahoma product has been called out for his acting skills. Young is a magician with the
It’s time to put aside the Stephen Curry comparisons for good. Trae Young is a uniquely talented offensive player but in the James Harden mold. The comparisons to Steph Curry started even before Trae Young officially declared for the NBA Draft. His slight built, flashy handle and propensity for pulling up off the dribble at