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On Thursday evening Dejounte Murray led all Hawks in scoring (28 points) but it was nearly enough to cool off Brooklyn's hot shooting from the perimeter. While rookie Kobe Bufkin showed signs of promise, the visiting Atlanta Hawks received a humbling experience led by poor perimeter defense and inconsistent production by quarter. In less than 48 hours the two will meet again in the 2nd game of a b...

Raheem Morris and Terry Fontenot were representing the Atlanta Falcons at the NFL Combine in Indianapolis. Both of them have been very consistent about the quarterback being a big need for them. Tenitra Batiste, Maria Martin and Jarvis Davis talked about whether or not the Falcons are putting too much emphasis on finding a quarterback. Secondly, the team discussed all the rumors coming out of Indy...

The Atlanta Hawks have won back-to-back games with Trae Young being out.  De'Andre Hunter has really got into a groove coming off the bench for Quin Snyder. Tenitra Batiste, Jarvis Davis and Deshaun Tate talked about why the Hawks have been playing like they will be able to hold it down while Young is out. Secondly, the team discussed who the Hawks need to step up in the absence of Young. Lastly,...

This time it was the Atlanta Hawks' turn to play spoiler as former Atlanta Hawk John Collins returned to his former home in Atlanta and sent back to his new home in Utah with an eventual lopsided loss, 124-97. Considering its ability to defend on an elite level, was this the most balanced and complete 2nd half performance we've seen from the Atlanta Hawks all season?  Also, it may be time to addre...

Kirby Smart has had to replace four assistant coaches on his staff this offseason. So the Georgia Bulldogs will look a little different on the sidelines this year. James Coley and Josh Crawford were hired as the wide receivers and running back coach respectively. Tenitra Batiste, Jarvis Davis and Brian Gebhardt talked about Smart having to get used to his staff being poached. Secondly, the Bulldog...

The NFL announced that there will be a significant increase in the salary cap for 2024. It will increase to a little over 255 million dollars. According to Spotrac, the Atlanta Falcons will have roughly 37 million dollars in cap space for the 2024 season. Tenitra Batiste, Jarvis Davis and Aaron Freeman talked about who Terry Fontenot should pursue in free agency. Secondly, there has been a lot of...

The Atlanta Falcons have been at the center of the NFL offseason conversations. Simply because the Falcons need a quarterback. Justin Fields is up next in regard to a guy who could fit with new head coach Raheem Morris. Tenitra Batiste, Maria Martin and Jarvis Davis talked about what that fit looks like and how Fields can gain some consistency in his play this time around. Secondly, it was the sta...

Trae Young has been part of trade talks ever since the NBA trade deadline has passed. Young was asked during the All-Star festivities about his thoughts on the trade rumors swirling. The Atlanta Hawks have been at the center of those talks when it comes to Dejounte Murray as well. Tenitra Batiste, Deshaun Tate and Jarvis Davis talked about what Young's status is with the team based off his comment...

The Georgia Bulldogs have been able to hold off people poaching their coaching staff until now. Bryan McClendon has left Kirby Smart for the NFL. McClendon is leaving to take the same position with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Tenitra Batiste, Jarvis Davis and Brian Gebhardt talked about the loss of McClendon and what it means for Georgia. Also, they discussed who would be a good fit for the Bulldogs...

The Atlanta Falcons have a big decision to make in May when they will have to make a decision on Kyle Pitts’ fifth-year option. Raheem Morris will have to assess what Pitts has done on the football field and the injuries he has had to deal with as well. Tenitra Batiste, Tori McElhaney, Aaron Freeman and Jarvis Davis talked about whether or not the Falcons should pick up that year that is worth 10....

The Atlanta Falcons introduced all three of the coordinators yesterday in Flowery Branch. Marquise Williams, Jimmy Lake and Zac Robinson spoke to the media. Tenitra Batiste and Jarvis Davis talked about which coordinator is best set up for success in year one under Raheem Morris. Secondly, Trae Young’s name has been flying around in trade rumors post the NBA trade deadline. The Atlanta Hawks also...

Love certainly wasn't in the air for the road team on Valentine's Day as division foe Charlotte Hornets annihilate the visiting Atlanta Hawks, 122-99. Tenitra Batiste and DeShaun Tate dive into the embarrassing loss just as things were appearing to be trending in the right direction on an upward trajectory, despite key injuries. Now on a 2-game losing streak and a much needed break for All-Star we...

The Georgia Bulldogs were well represented in the Super Bowl on Sunday. Mecole Hardman, Chris Conley and Charlie Woerner were a few guys who got a chance to make an impact on the game. Tenitra Batiste, Jarvis Davis and Brian Gebhardt talked about Hardman’s journey to being the hero in overtime. Secondly, the team talked about Kirby Smart adding to the tight end room with the big loss of Brock Bowe...

A total of 4 players scored 20+ points en route to a double-digit win for the Chicago Bulls over the hosting Atlanta Hawks. Although a typical scoring night for DeMar DeRozan and career scoring night for Ayo Dosunmu, Atlanta's bench outscored Chicago and outrebounded the Bulls despite yet another absence from Clint Capela. Why was Chicago's style so hard to match up against? Did the Hawks' backcou...

As the owner of the Atlanta Falcons, Arthur Blank felt the need to address some things when it came to the process of hiring Raheem Morris. The first thing that he felt passionately about was whether or not he offered Belichick the job. Tenitra Batiste, Tori McElhaney, Jarvis Davis and Aaron Freeman talked about what stood out to them in Blank’s press conference. Secondly, the team discussed how t...

Adding yet another number to the left side of the result column were the Atlanta Hawks on Saturday night, ultimately upending the Houston Rockets at State Farm Arena. Saddiq Bey and Dejounte Murray combined for 58 points despite being outrebounded and outscored from the bench and in the paint. There was plenty of athleticism on display en route to the Atlanta Hawks claiming their sixth victory in...

On Saturday eve the Atlanta Hawks tipped off the weekend (and the front end of a back-to-back) on a positive note when upending the Philadelphia 76ers on the road in the city of brotherly love. Without various key contributors due to injury such as Dejounte Murray, Joel Embiid, Clint Capela and Tyrese Maxey, this eastern conference matchup didn't prevent a 4th quarter rally by the Sixers after tra...

The Atlanta Falcons introduced Raheem Morris as their head coach on Monday. But, there was part of the meeting when Morris was asked about the quarterback position, there was one trait that he wanted to see. Tenitra Batiste and Jarvis Davis talked about Morris potentially tipping his hand on what the Falcons may do. Secondly, Terry Fontenot seemed to be very clear about the future of Desmond Ridde...

It wasn't quite the win that we'd all been hoping for but there was plenty of optimism showcased on display for the Atlanta Hawks that was without two of its starters, Clint Capela and Dejounte Murray on Wednesday evening versus the Boston Celtics. Although a positive bill of health was not... the grit, fight, aggression, urgency, fire, pride and competitiveness was there, ultimately showing signs...

Javon Bullard and Ladd McConkey are in a space where they’re trying to prove that they are worthy of being picked in the first round of the NFL Draft. They both showed well at the Senior Bowl and now they are getting ready for the NFL Combine. Tenitra Batiste, Jarvis Davis and Brian Gebhardt talked about their rise during Senior Bowl week. Secondly, the team discussed the big news of the week by t...

If there was ever a time where a moral victory was acceptable, tonight was it. The Atlanta Hawks stood their ground without two usual starters in the lineup, Clint Capela (OUT) and DeAndre Hunter (bench) versus the NBA's #1 ranked team in 3-point percentage, the completely healthy Los Angeles Clippers with a plethora of all-star, superstar and Hall of Fame players on its roster. The hometown Atlan...

Raheem Morris had his introductory press conference at Mercedes Benz stadium for the Atlanta Falcons. Terry Fontenot was present as well. Arthur Blank wasn’t there as he was dealing with a medical issue. Tenitra Batiste, Tori McElhaney, Aaron Freeman and Jarvis Davis talked about some of the things that stood out to them at the press conference. Morris also mentioned that Zac Robinson and Jimmy La...

Until tonight in overtime it had been since October since we've seen the Atlanta Hawks on a 4-game winning streak this season. Every player contributed immensely to the win over the Golden State Warriors just as they have versus the Los Angeles Lakers and Phoenix Suns earlier this week. Despite 60 points from Stephen Curry, the Atlanta Hawks was able to contain backcourt mate Klay Thompson and mat...

Just one night after being snubbed from this year's 2024 All-Star selection, Trae Young chips in 32 points and 15 assists on 70% shooting from the field and 63% from long distance in winning fashion versus one of the NBA's most talented rosters featuring Kevin Durant, Devin Booker and Bradley Beal. After a victorious effort versus LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday night and cement...

Raheem Morris is rounding out his coaching staff as the Atlanta Falcons officially announced Jimmy Lake, Zac Robinson and Marquise Williams as their respective coordinators. Tenitra Batiste, Maria Martin and Jarvis Davis talked about which coaching hire stands out the most. Secondly, the Atlanta Hawks have won two games in a row with their last win coming against the Los Angeles Lakers. Dejounte M...