Atlanta Hawks Headlines: The “Second Half” Begins
Atlanta Hawks Headlines returns as the Hawks get set to begin the “second half” of their season.
Happy Saturday morning! Hopefully you have returned from Waffle House and are ready to delve into the latest Atlanta Hawks news, opinion, and analysis. As always, Atlanta Hawks Headlines is the best place to catch up on all the latest content on your Hawks.
Things have finally slowed down after a busy trade deadline. Most of this morning’s articles deal with reaction to the trades Atlanta made, reaction to their recent signings, reaction to the trades they weren’t able to pull off, and much more.
That’s enough talk. Sit back in your chair and immerse yourself in the exciting world of Atlanta Hawks basketball. If we have failed to mention a piece that interested you, please link it in the comments.
From Soaring Down South 2/24/17
Report: Atlanta Hawks To Sign Ryan Kelly and Lamar Patterson
Rather than waiting out buyout season to find another point guard, the Atlanta Hawks have signed Ryan Kelly and Lamar Patterson to end of season contracts. Kelly and Patterson have both spent time with Atlanta this season. They will likely not factor into the rotation.
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Atlanta Hawks Game Preview: Feb. 24 vs. Miami Heat
After a week away, our time machine is back. The Atlanta Hawks returned from the All-Star break to take on the Miami Heat on Friday night. Miami went into the All-Star break red hot, winning 14 of their previous 16 games. One of those wins came against the Hawks on Feb.1. Were the Hawks able to get some revenge on the hardwood?
Hawks Around The Web 2/24/17
With deadline over, Hawks’ focus turns to remainder of season
Kris Willis at Peachtree Hoops discusses the Hawks focus on the rest of the regular season. Their roster is set moving forward, and all that’s left is the playoff push. Do they have what it takes to climb into a top four seed?
Hawks tried but never close to obtaining George or Butler
Chris Vivlamore of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports on Atlanta’s attempts to land a superstar at the trade deadline. They made offers for both Jimmy Butler and Paul George. Their offers focused on multiple first round draft picks, rather than core players. Ultimately they never came close to acquiring either player.
Why the Hawks didn’t wait for buyout market to fill roster
Vivlamore also reports on Atlanta’s decision to sign Ryan Kelly and Lamar Patterson to end of season deals, rather than picking up another point guard. Most expected the Hawks to wait until buyout season was in full-swing to make final roster decisions.
This Week in the Hawks Episode 10: Trade Deadline Talk w/ Bo Churney
At Hawks Hoops, Graham Chapple presents episode 10 of This Week in the Hawks. On this episode, Chapple discusses the trade deadline with Bo Churney.
Next: Grading The Ersan Ilyasova Trade
That’s all we have for you today. We’ll see you tomorrow for another day of Atlanta Hawks Headlines.