Locked On Hawks - Daily Podcast On The Atlanta Hawks

Southeast division rival Charlotte Hornets win the season series and Battle of the South versus the Atlanta Hawks despite Miles Bridges and Moussa Diabate (suspension) at the Spectrum Center in the Queen City resulting in an ending of controversial calls late 4th quarter.  After trailing by 19 ATL put together its best run of the game in the 4th quarter to cut CLT's lead to 1 single possession but...

Brad Rowland hosts Episode 2164 of the Locked on Hawks podcast, breaking down Monday's game between the Atlanta Hawks and Minnesota Timberwolves. Topics include the absences of Jalen Johnson and Dyson Daniels, a disastrous first half on the defensive side, a massive shooting disparity, Mo Gueye's ejection, Johnson earning Player of the Week honors, and much more. Everydayer Club If you never miss...

With Dyson Daniels and All-Star Jalen Johnson inactive in the Twin Cities, a 2nd quarter Timberwolves run outmatched the Hawks' size to bury Atlanta in the forest.  Minus CJ McCollum's 1st quarter heroics, the Atlanta Hawks could have used more conversions from the perimeter, specifically from its bench whom shot 3/15 from distance.  Minnesota entered Monday's contest after losing 3 of its last 4...

Brad Rowland hosts Episode 2163 of the Locked on Hawks podcast, breaking down Saturday's game between the Atlanta Hawks and Charlotte Hornets. Topics include Atlanta's widespread defensive issues, an encouraging offensive game, Onsi Saleh's comments on Saturday, Jonathan Kuminga's injury, the end-of-game shooting drought, and much more. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to ma...

Another epic ending in the BBQ Series' Battle of the South rivalry versus the "red hot!" Charlotte Hornets (8-game win streak) with potential divisional title and postseason implications on the line.  Onyeka Okongwu returns to the starting lineup and provided a much-needed interior scoring boost alongside a long-anticipated slump-breaking performance from former #1 draft pick Zaccharie Risacher. D...

On a bonus episode of Locked On Hawks, Atlanta Hawks GM Onsi Saleh speaks to the media on Saturday, Feb. 7 after the 2026 Trade Deadline. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans.  Click here to learn more and join your team’...

Brad Rowland hosts Episode 2162 of the Locked on Hawks podcast, breaking down Thursday's game between the Atlanta Hawks and Utah Jazz. Topics include the Jock Landale experience, Atlanta's rim pressure, an historic game from Jalen Johnson, defensive foibles, a lot of late-game action, Nickeil Alexander-Walker's game-winner, and much more. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to...

In less than 24 hours from being traded, Atlanta Hawks Center from Australia appeared as more than a "role playing contributor" and as a starter, making an immediate impact from the tip. Jalen Johnson tallies yet another triple-double and which recently acquired Hawk has shot their way into another level of confidence?  DeShaun Tate and Tenitra Batiste compare references of Nickeil Alexander-Walke...

Brad Rowland hosts Episode 2161 of the Locked on Hawks podcast, breaking down the final tally of the Trade Deadline for the Hawks. Topics include the Luke Kennard trade, the acquisition of Gabe Vincent (and a pick), what Atlanta's overarching goals were at the deadline, where things go from here, and much more. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the L...

Brad Rowland hosts Episode 2160 of the Locked on Hawks podcast, reacting to the Atlanta Hawks trading Kristaps Porzingis to the Golden State Warriors. Topics include the return for Atlanta, headlined by Jonathan Kuminga, why the Hawks might've done this now, next steps ahead of the Trade Deadline, and much more. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the...

Brad Rowland hosts Episode 2159 of the Locked on Hawks podcast, peeking ahead to Thursday's NBA Trade Deadline. Topics include the Atlanta Hawks acquiring Jock Landale, the optionality of Atlanta's situation, Daniel Gafford interest, a roster and salary cap reset, Thursday's game against Utah, and much more. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Lock...

Brad Rowland hosts Episode 2158 of the Locked on Hawks podcast, breaking down Tuesday's game between the Atlanta Hawks and Miami Heat. Topics include a two-way victory on the road, the Kristaps Porzingis saga, Jalen Johnson's ninth triple-double, a huge game from the bench, and much more. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Clu...

The Atlanta Hawks picked up their 16th road win of the season in rare form versus one of its arch-nemesis, Miami Heat in the Kaseya Center behind its bench play and led by a triple-double from its newly-named 2026 All-Star, Jalen Johnson.  Entering Tuesday's contest, highlighted by honoring the 20-year anniversary of MIA's World Championship team, ATL was 4-14 in its last 18 meetings in South Beac...

Brad Rowland hosts Episode 2157 of the Locked on Hawks podcast, reacting to the Atlanta Hawks trading Vit Krejci to the Portland Trail Blazers. Topics include the overall value of the return, Duop Reath, the state of Atlanta's wing rotation, the upcoming 2026 NBA Trade Deadline, Krejci's impact, and much more. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Lo...

Brad Rowland hosts Episode 2156 of the Locked on Hawks podcast, breaking down Saturday's game between the Atlanta Hawks and Indiana Pacers. Topics include the return of Zaccharie Risacher, a second straight loss, two completely different halves, Indiana's red-hot shooting, all of the crunch-time details, and much more. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Jo...

For the 2nd time in 5 days, the Atlanta Hawks look the Indiana Pacers in the face, this time at Gainbridge Fieldhouse with 2 of its returning starters, Zaccharie Risacher and Jalen Johnson.  In need of a win in a winnable game, Atlanta showcased one of its worse defensive efforts of the season albeit while still forcing 20+ turnovers failed to capitalize down the stretch with a turnover of their o...

Brad Rowland hosts Episode 2155 of the Locked on Hawks podcast, breaking down Thursday's game between the Atlanta Hawks and Houston Rockets. Topics include the end of Atlanta's winning streak, a shorthanded frontcourt, offensive challenges, a perilous matchup given the state of the available roster, the latest on Giannis, and much more.  Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to m...

The Atlanta Hawks utilize its high-powered offensive backcourt to push the Houston Rockets to the brink in the first half and much of the 3rd Quarter before the Rockets took off on a 12- 1 run.  Size mattered on Thursday night at State Farm Arena between two franchises, both on the back end of back-to-back contests despite a low scoring first half. Entering the game on a 4-game winning streak was...

Brad Rowland hosts Episode 2154 of the Locked on Hawks podcast, breaking down Wednesday's game between the Atlanta Hawks and Boston Celtics. Topics include a fourth straight victory for Atlanta, a complete turnaround from a blowout loss to Boston earlier this month, balanced offense, strong defense, Onyeka Okongwu's unfortunate injury, and much more. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, i...

In a rematch from a meeting less than 2 weeks ago, Atlanta Hawks stand on business and win their 4th consecutive game including their 3rd in a row versus Boston in Massachusetts.  After ATL jumped out to a 26-9 run from the tip, they extended a 32-11 run and never looked back by replying with a converted basket to Boston's efforts to cut the deficit albeit with physicality and efficient shooting d...

Brad Rowland hosts Episode 2153 of the Locked on Hawks podcast, and he is joined by NBA Draft analyst Brian Schroeder for Part 2 of a 2-part discussion. The conversation centers on lottery hopefuls in the 2026 NBA Draft, including Caleb Wilson, Kingston Flemings, Keaton Wagler, and more. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club...

Brad Rowland hosts Episode 2152 of the Locked on Hawks podcast, and he is joined by NBA Draft analyst Brian Schroeder for Part 1 of a 2-part discussion. The conversation focuses on the 2026 NBA Draft through the lens of the Atlanta Hawks, with Part 1 diving into the contenders for the No. 1 overall pick: Cameron Boozer, Darryn Peterson, and AJ Dybantsa. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode...

Brad Rowland hosts Episode 2151 of the Locked on Hawks podcast, breaking down Monday's game between the Atlanta Hawks and Indiana Pacers. Topics include a third straight win for Atlanta, a massive turnaround in the second half, big nights from Dyson Daniels, Luke Kennard, and Christian Koloko, Atlanta's improved defense late in the game, and much more. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode,...

Brad Rowland hosts Episode 2150 of the Locked on Hawks podcast, breaking down Friday's game between the Atlanta Hawks and Phoenix Suns. Topics include a lights-out defensive showing in the fourth quarter, hot three-point shooting, ball security challenges, big games from Jalen Johnson and Onyeka Okongwu, a season sweep of Phoenix, and much more. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s t...

The Atlanta Hawks have won the last 11 consecutive games at State Farm Arena (including 8 of the last 13 overall) over the Phoenix Suns. On Friday in a competitive down-to-the-wire contest, ATL was efficient from the field yet committed 20+ turnovers and rebounded at an elite level.  DeShaun Tate and Tenitra Batiste dissect how Devin Booker's injury impacted the 4th quarter, how Atlanta managed to...