Atlanta Hawks
Agent: Damion James, Hawks Reach Terms
Free agent forward Damion James has reached agreement on a one-year deal with Atlanta, agent Mark Bartelstein told Yahoo! Sports. via Adrian Wojnarowski via Twitter »Read More
NBA AM: First Time All-Star Candidates For 2013
Every season a new group of players take their games to the next level and achieve their first All-Star selection. Who will it be in 2013? »Read More
Mike Scott Signs With Hawks
Virginia’s Mike Scott, the 43rd pick in the draft, has agreed to a two-year deal with the Atlanta Hawks. via Adrian Wojnarowski of Yahoo! Sports »Read More
NBA AM: Playing Into The Money
The NBA remains a star driven league, but these players could earn very lucrative deals next summer if they play well this season. »Read More
NBA PM: Available Options & Extensions
Teams must decide on rookie contract extensions and options by Halloween. In a class headlined by James Harden, who else is eligible? »Read More
Atlanta Hawks Reach Into Past for Advisor
Hawks GM Danny Ferry’s efforts to move the franchise’s player development program forward will include a reach back to the team’s past. Former Hawks coach Bob Weiss is set to join Larry Drew’s staff... »Read More
Hawks Name Sund Sr. Advisor, Add Assistant
The Atlanta Hawks announced today that Head Coach Larry Drew has added Kenny Atkinson to his staff as Assistant Coach/Player Development, and Bob Weiss as Assistant Coach/Consultant. They join Assistant Coaches Lester Conner and... »Read More
Top 5 NBA General Managers
Building an NBA team isn't easy, but the men on this list sure make it look that way sometimes... »Read More
NBA PM: Spending Power Dwindling
Very few NBA teams have significant spending power left this summer, a comprehensive look at remaining cap room and exceptions. »Read More
Does Lou Williams Fit on the Hawks?
But I’m most intrigued to see how Lou Williams fits. He’s a very effective scorer but, if he’s going to remain in a role similar to the one he filled in Philly, he may... »Read More
NBA AM: Head Coaches Feeling The Pressure
A look at the coaches who have to produce in 2012-13... Kyrie Irving staying in shape... Austin Rivers on the road to recovery as well. »Read More
Danny Ferry Following Mark Cuban’s Path
(Mark) Cuban is betting those rules will lead to high-payroll teams being unable to acquire superstars, leaving those with cap space in a stronger position to make deals for those players. (Danny) Ferry is... »Read More
Ranking the NBA Eastern Conference
After a deluge of player changes, HOOPSWORLD ranks the NBA's Eastern Conference teams. »Read More
NBA AM: The Next Nightmare In The NBA
With Dwight Howard out of the picture, whats the next situation to watch in what will be the new normal of the NBA... Catching up with Patric Young... The Orthokine-Therapy... The deal that almost... »Read More
Ferry, Hawks Looking for Defensive Wing
Yes, Hawks GM Danny Ferry is considering using the final open roster spot (assuming Ivan Johnson eventually signs his qualifying offer) to add a small forward. “I would say probably a wing that can... »Read More
Smith Trying to Recruit Howard to Atlanta?
(Josh) Smith, who also grew up in Atlanta, has known (Dwight) Howard since preschool. They joke that they’ve been balling together since they were in diapers. The two boys remained friends as they completed... »Read More
NBA PM: Howard Joining Friends on Hawks?
Not only do the Atlanta Hawks have the necessary cap room and hometown ties to enter the Dwight Howard sweepstakes, they have two of his best friends on their roster in Josh Smith and... »Read More
Source: Knicks Assistant Bolts for Hawks
Assistant coach Kenny Atkinson will be leaving Mike Woodson’s bench to head to Atlanta, a source confirmed to ESPNNewYork.com. Atkinson was integral in the development of several young Knicks, most notably departed point guard... »Read More
Hawks’ Williams Expects Increased Role
(Lou) Williams, who finished as runner-up for the NBA’s Sixth Man Award last season, signed a free agent contract with the Hawks and ought to be an integral part of the Hawks next season,... »Read More
NBA Saturday: Free Agency Market Drying Up
The free agency market is starting to dry up as team’s exhaust all of their salary cap exceptions. But there is still talent left on the board. »Read More
NBA PM: Trade Veto Power
Which NBA players have trade veto power? Only three have explicit no-trade clauses but the list is far longer than that . . . »Read More
Teague isn’t Worried about Playing Time
Caught up with Jeff Teague at the Hawks’ youth basketball camp in Suwanee. As we were talking, some dude came up and expressed his dismay at the Hawks trading for Devin Harris and signing... »Read More
2012 NBA Free Agency: Best of Who’s Left
Bargain shopping is in full swing across the NBA, will your favorite team acquire a bargain or a bust to close out free agency? »Read More
Ranking the 2013 NBA Free Agents
As free agency winds down teams are already looking towards ranking the 2013 NBA free agents. It's a good crop. »Read More
Ferry Gains more Flexibility with Trade
Hawks GM Danny Ferry gained more of the financial flexibility he has sought by sending guard Willie Green to the Clippers in a sign-and-trade deal for the rights to Greek center Sofoklis Schortsanitis. Schortsanitis... »Read More
Top 5 Most Changed NBA Teams
Anthony Davis is just a small part of a massive overhaul in New Orleans, but there are teams that have made even bigger changes for 2012-13. »Read More
NBA Sunday: Williams Helps Atlanta Move On
Lou Williams looks to help the Atlanta Hawks move past the Joe Johnson Era... Malcolm Thomas deserves a Chicago Bulls camp invite... USA Men's Basketball kicks off Sunday morning... »Read More
HOOPSWORLD Week In Review
HOOPSWORLD looks back at some of the top stories from the NBA this week! »Read More
NBA Saturday: Draft Prospects In Olympics
A look at the top NBA Draft prospects participating in the 2012 Olympics... Tony Wroten ready to help replace O.J. Mayo... Up close with Keith Benson... »Read More
NBA@2: Cole Already Focused On Title Defense
Norris Cole is already working towards winning his second title... Jae Crowder the perfect fit in Dallas... Brad Wanamaker talks about trying to make the Hawks. »Read More
Dissecting the 2012-13 NBA Schedule
Next season's full schedule for all 30 NBA teams has been released. It's time for HOOPSWORLD to break it down. »Read More
Smith a Part of Ferry’s Vision for Hawks?
At least in the short term — and assuming Dwight Howard isn’t walking through that door – there’s really only one major decision left for (Danny) Ferry to make in the short term. And... »Read More
Danny Ferry’s Overhaul Gives Hawks More Options
Atlanta Hawks general manager Danny Ferry discusses the recent overhaul and why it was needed to reach ranks of the league’s elite. »Read More
Kyle Korver Headed to Atlanta Hawks
The Atlanta Hawks have officially acquired veteran small forward Kyle Korver from the Chicago Bulls for future cash considerations according to president of basketball operations and general manager Danny Ferry. “I appreciate the toughness... »Read More
Hawks to Waive Jordan Farmar
As expected, the Hawks requested waivers on guard Jordan Farmar Monday. Farmar was acquired from the Nets on July 11, along with Anthony Morrow, DeShawn Stevenson, Johan Petro, Jordan Williams, a first- and second-round... »Read More
Atlanta Hawks Acquire Kyle Korver
The Atlanta Hawks have officially acquired veteran small forward Kyle Korver from the Chicago Bulls. »Read More
Smith Hasn’t Begun Recruiting Howard
Hawks forward Josh Smith says he has not started “recruiting” Dwight Howard, but would be lying if he wouldn’t love it. via Steve Kyler via Twitter »Read More
HOOPSWORLD Week In Review
HOOPSWORLD looks back at some of the top stories from the NBA this week! »Read More
NBA Saturday: The Hawks’ New Direction
Hawks head coach Larry Drew talks about the team's new direction. Jarrett Jack excited to be a Golden State Warrior. Up Close with JaJuan Johnson. »Read More
NBA PM: Players Give Back $57 million
The NBA will keep $57 million of player salaries held in escrow during the season. Also Griffin's knee, Nash trade kicker, etc. »Read More
NBA AM: NBA Free Agency Falling Into Place
With NBA Free agents starting to sign, the next tier of transactions are teeing up... Perry Jones' fresh start... The Howard situation... NBA chats at 10:30, 1:30 and 8pm EST »Read More
Ferry: The Status Quo wasn’t Good Enough
The Hawks had two choices: They could have kept what they had and continued to get the same results, or they could have done as Danny Ferry did. So long as the Core Four... »Read More
Recapping The NBA Trades
With more trades on the horizon, HOOPSWORLD takes a look at the deals that have already gone down. »Read More
NBA AM: Trail Blazers Targeting JaVale McGee?
With Indiana set to match Portland’s offer for Roy Hibbert, will the Blazers now turn their attention to signing JaVale McGee? »Read More
Source: Lou Williams Headed to Hawks
The Atlanta Hawks have agreed to a multiyear contract with free agent guard Lou Williams, a league source told ESPN.com. Williams, an Atlanta area native, averaged a career-high 14.9 points and 3.5 assists per... »Read More
Lou Williams, Hawks Agree To Multi-Year Deal
Lou Williams and the Atlanta Hawks have agreed to a multi-year deal, according to an ESPN report. »Read More
NBA PM: Nets Fade, Others Rise in Quest for Howard?
The Nets are still talking about Dwight Howard, but other teams are entering and exiting the discussion as well. »Read More
Source: Hawks Enter Howard Trade Talks
The Hawks have engaged the Magic in trade talks involving (Dwight) Howard, according to a person with knowledge of the discussions. That person did not want to be identified because the teams involved have... »Read More
NBA@2: Cavaliers Killing Dwight Howard Trade?
Would Dan Gilbert really help another NBA super team form? ... Houston now a great situation for Aaron Brooks? ... Danny Ferry hoping to convince Josh Smith to stay in Atlanta . . . »Read More
NBA Saturday: Free Agency Rumors, The Next Tier
With the top free agents already having deals in hand, the attention will now shift to the next tier of players. Here’s the latest »Read More
Wes Wilcox Hawks’ New Assistant GM
The Atlanta Hawks have named league veteran Wes Wilcox as their new assistant general manager, according to the team’s president of basketball operations and general manager Danny Ferry. Wilcox joins the Hawks from the... »Read More
Biggest NBA Free Agency Surprises
Just three days into free agency and there's already been a few interesting surprises that have put the league on notice. »Read More
Can Brooklyn Still Get Dwight Howard?
Assuming they re-sign Deron Williams, can Brooklyn still trade for Dwight Howard now that they've acquired Joe Johnson's massive salary? »Read More
Hawks Positioning for Howard, Paul?
That’s the summary, but let’s zoom out to the big picture. I’m not sure anybody has put together all the dots on this, but consider the following: • Josh Smith is from Atlanta. •... »Read More
Josh Smith Excited by Hawks’ Direction?
The flurry of action, after years of restraint from the Hawks, has also made a fast impression on (Josh) Smith, sources said. Smith had been vocal for months about wanting to be dealt, but... »Read More
Aggressive New Direction For Ferry, Hawks
The Atlanta Hawks have agreed to a trade sending Joe Johnson to the Brooklyn Nets. Now the Hawks are targeting Dwight Howard »Read More
Nets Land Joe Johnson?
The Brooklyn Nets are finalizing a trade to acquire Atlanta Hawks guard Joe Johnson, league sources told Yahoo! Sports. The trade will send guards Anthony Morrow, Jordan Farmar and DeShawn Stevenson and forwards Jordan... »Read More
23: John Jenkins
With the 23rd overall pick, the Atlanta Hawks have selected John Jenkins »Read More
NBA AM: Atlanta Hawks Gearing Up For Busy Summer
The Atlanta Hawks are gearing up for a busy summer. Head coach Larry Drew talks hiring of GM Danny Ferry, draft and free agency »Read More
NBA@2: Chicago Bulls Chasing Dwight Howard?
If Joakim Noah is available, does that mean Chicago is chasing the big prize? ... Ferry the right choice as Hawks GM ... Rockets looking to trade for #5, #8 picks? ... »Read More
Atlanta Hawks Name Danny Ferry General Manager
The Atlanta Hawks have named Danny Ferry as the team's new general manager. »Read More
NBA PM: Moe Harkless Offers More Than Athleticism
Moe Harkless was known as a good athlete at St. John's, but one experienced set of eyes sees a highly skilled player. »Read More
Top 5 NBA Draft Mistakes
Portland taking Greg Oden over Kevin Durant isn't even in the top three worst draft mistakes of all time. Another bad Portland pick was even worse... »Read More
Hawks Eyeing Crawford, Allen, Gee?
Don’t be surprised if the Hawks make a run at former Sixth Man of the Year Jamal Crawford, who spent the past season with the Trail Blazers. Ray Allen (Celtics) and Alonzo Gee (Cavs)... »Read More
Hawks Use Smith, Williams as Trade Chips?
The Hawks are said to be one team placing calls to improve their draft position. They currently own the No. 23 pick. One GM said the Hawks floated the names of both Josh Smith... »Read More
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