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Fresh off a hard-fought battle to its Eastern Conference rival and one of the hottest teams in the league, New York Knicks, there's no worst time to go on a six-game losing streak than now. To add fuel to the fire, up next with a chip on its shoulder is the reigning World Champion, Oklahoma City Thunder.  After cutting into an 18-point deficit, ATL gained the lead late in the 4th Quarter led by a...

After trailing by a dozen at the half, the Atlanta Hawks strung together consistent runs to cut the deficit in half before the Southeast Division rival Miami Heat mashed the gas without looking back at a State Farm Arena that has been rather unkind to ATL.  MIA didn't allow Bam Adebayo's inactivity in Friday's contest to derail their mission as the outrebounded Atlanta by double-digits, outscored...

Despite resulting in a disappointing ending in a high-volume scoring performance in the previous outing, the Atlanta Hawks unsuccessfully seek revenge in an overly-physical, emotional, ultra-competitive battle with the Chicago Bulls.  ATL sacrificed a 10-point lead with under 6 minutes remaining ignited by its inability to rebound, convert down the stretch, maintain its composure and costly turnov...

Atlanta Falcons fans finally unwrap an early Christmas gift as Zac Robinson’s revamped game plan powers Atlanta to a statement win over the Arizona Cardinals. The balanced attack—37 rushing attempts, 35 pass plays—showcases both Kyle Pitts’ explosive production and Bijan Robinson’s game-changing versatility, raising questions about Robinson’s future as offensive coordinator. Can this offensive con...

Atlanta Falcons lean on Bijan Robinson and Kyle Pitts to overpower the Arizona Cardinals in a pivotal 26-19 win, showcasing the true brilliance of their young playmakers. With Robinson crossing the 2,000-yard scrimmage milestone and dominating in both the run and pass game, can Atlanta’s revamped offense be contained when everything clicks? The squad also highlights Kyle Pitts’ clutch third-down g...

In the Battle of the South BBQ Series where the Atlanta Hawks once trailed by 24 points, a comeback was inevitable particularly late in the 4th quarter as so many highly anticipated the return of star guard Trae Young versus division rival Charlotte Hornets.  Trae's return wasn't the only party crashed at the Spectrum Center, rising star Jalen Johnson who has been one of the league's biggest surpr...

Atlanta Falcons face pivotal decisions as head coach Raheem Morris hints at a possible return, sparking debate: does he know something fans don’t? Kirk Cousins’ $57 million cap hit and uncertain future intensify speculation around the quarterback position, while Michael Penix Jr. lurks as a potential starter. The hosts analyze Arthur Blank’s options, dissect Morris’s “French” confidence, and quest...

Should the Atlanta Falcons keep Kirk Cousins or is it time to move on? Cap space, quarterback controversy, and the future of Michael Penix Jr. spark a heated debate. Tenitra Batiste, Aaron Freeman, Jarvis Davis, and Tori McElhaney weigh the financial impact of Cousins’ potential return, examine Penix Jr.’s readiness, and question whether the Falcons should invest in a “bridge QB” or seek fresh tal...

A season best in scoring for Paul George and Dyson Daniels was on full display at State Farm Arena early Sunday evening.  In the absence of star guard Trae Young and Kristaps Porzingis, ATL has heavily relied upon production from a combination of "plug & play" contributors to fill the void.  Onyeka Okongwu and Nickeil Alexander-Walker are playing the best basketball of their careers while Dyson Da...

50+ points off the Detroit Pistons bench help catapult the #1 team in the Eastern Conference to extend the season series lead with just 1 away from a sweep versus the well-rested Atlanta Hawks after 6 days off, it's longest since 1986.  Detroit outhustled and outmuscled Atlanta with its stifling defense, energy, physicality and frontcourt presence albeit while Nickeil Alexander-Walker led the way...

Atlanta Falcons edge out the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in a wild 29-28 nail-biter, powered by Kyle Pitts’ monster performance and Bijan Robinson’s redemption arc. After falling behind by 14, the Falcons rallied with Pitts notching three touchdowns and a career-best 166 yards, cementing his status as Tampa Bay’s ultimate nemesis. Kirk Cousins orchestrates the comeback with 373 yards and sharp decision-m...

Atlanta Falcons face rising doubts as Raheem Morris and his squad battle the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, searching for much-needed redemption. Can Kirk Cousins ignite "Kirk Cember" magic and put Baker Mayfield on his back, or will Falcons fans endure another get-right game at their own expense? Tenitra Batiste, Maria Martin, Aaron Freeman, and Jarvis Davis break down the challenges facing Atlanta across...

Atlanta Falcons sink into an eighth straight losing season, falling 37-9 to the Seattle Seahawks—matching the longest stretch of futility in franchise history. Can Raheem Morris inspire a turnaround, or has Atlanta’s mindset doomed them for another disappointing campaign? Tenitra Batiste, Tori McElhaney, Aaron Freeman, and Jarvis Davis break down the Falcons’ third quarter woes, special teams melt...

Atlanta Falcons embarrassed at home as special teams disappoint—can Raheem Morris recover before the season’s end? Tenitra Batiste, Aaron Freeman, and Jarvis Davis break down the Falcons’ 37-9 loss to the Seattle Seahawks, spotlighting the costly 100-yard touchdown return from Rasheed Shaheed and ongoing coverage breakdowns. The conversation highlights James Pierce Jr.’s defensive surge, Kirk Cous...

After an understandably disappointing loss just 24 hours ago to the Denver Nuggets, the triple-double flirtatious Jalen Johnson-led Atlanta Hawks arrive in the Nation's Capital with a 'refuse to lose' redemption mentality after being embarrassed weeks ago by the Washington Wizards.  Jalen Johnson tallied for yet another triple-double of his young, illustrious career despite a struggling team perfo...

Atlanta Falcons struggle in close games leaves fans questioning Raheem Morris’ leadership. Can special teams and the defense rebound before the season slips away? Tenitra Batiste, Maria Martin, Aaron Freeman, and Jarvis Davis debate the Falcons’ inability to close out tight contests and the recurring issues plaguing their offense, defense, and special teams. The crew scrutinizes Kirk Cousins’ perf...

The struggling Los Angeles Clippers walked into State Farm Arena and left no stone unturned versus the 'exhausted' Jalen Johnson-less Atlanta Hawks ahead of back-to-back competition this upcoming weekend.  Not only did ATL not have enough offensive or defensive firepower to slow down LAC but its been a known issue this week that there's been a huge rebounding discrepancy between contests.  DeShaun...

In yet another battle against one of the Eastern Conference's most competitive and contending teams, the Atlanta Hawks match physicality versus arguably the hottest teams in the NBA on the road... Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena.  After a couple of late, well put-together runs by Atlanta, the defense couldn't stave off a surging Detroit offense built on its toughness late in the 4th Quarte...

The 'on the road again' Atlanta Hawks appear to be finding their comfort zone away from State Farm Arena, this time on the front end of yet another back-to-back but this time in the city of brotherly love, Philadelphia against the Sixers. Despite late 3rd Quarter struggles, Atlanta pieced together a significant 4th Quarter run to gain its largest lead of the contest (8 points) before pushed to 2OT...

Atlanta Falcons unravel against New York Jets as special teams blunders cost Raheem Morris’s squad a crucial win. Can the Falcons break the cycle of self-inflicted defeats, or is a major reset on the horizon for Atlanta? Tenitra Batiste, Aaron Freeman, and Jarvis Davis break down the Falcons’ 27-24 loss, spotlighting critical mistakes in all three phases but placing special scrutiny on special tea...

After Tuesday's disappointing loss in the Nation's Capital, the Atlanta Hawks played spoiler in Cleveland's hopes to advance for Emirates NBA Cup supremacy without starting center Kristaps Porzingis.  Led by its emerging star Jalen Johnson and triple-double contributions, Atlanta utilized its combination of fast break scoring and paint points to get revenge on the Cavs, tying the season series at...

In a "game" that the Atlanta Hawks would like to quickly forget, the Washington Wizards caught fire out the gate and never looked back.  DeShaun Tate and Tenitra Batiste discuss all the happenings around Tuesday night's contest from the nation's capital at Capital One Arena including the differences that Trae Young could have made, unknown reasons why the Hawks struggle with the same 4 teams every...

Atlanta Falcons dominate New Orleans Saints as Divine Deablo’s return ignites Jeff Ulbrich’s defense. Can rookies Jalen Walker and James Pearce Jr. maintain their breakout play and lead a late-season surge? Tenitra Batiste, Tori McElhaney, Aaron Freeman, and Jarvis Davis break down Atlanta’s largest victory over the Saints since 2019, spotlighting Deablo’s game-changing impact, creative blitz stra...

The Atlanta Hawks welcome rival and division foe Charlotte Hornets to State Farm Arena. Despite struggles at home this season, ATL looks to build on its winning streak, adding to its sweep last season and take advantage of Charlotte's 5-game losing streak.  The highly anticipated flashes of Dyson Daniels' offense was on tap and assisted 3 other Hawks (also scored 20+ points) to put Charlotte down...

Atlanta Falcons snap losing streak with dominant defensive stand against the New Orleans Saints. Is this the turning point for Kirk Cousins and Raheem Morris’s squad as they aim to climb back in the NFC South race? Tenitra Batiste, Aaron Freeman, and Jarvis Davis break down the Falcons’ 24-10 win, spotlighting Darnell Mooney’s explosive catches, Brandon Dorlus’s disruptive play up front, and the r...