Ben Grunert

Joined: Mar 31, 2022

Ben Grunert is a senior contributor for Soaring Down South, covering the Atlanta Hawks as a sports journalist based in Atlanta. He has been writing about the NBA since 2022, covering three different NBA teams for FanSided: the Atlanta Hawks, the Boston Celtics, and the Denver Nuggets. He was previously an NBA writer for NBA Analysis Network and a contributor for 8 Points, 9 Seconds (FanSided’s Indiana Pacers page). He also covers NCAA basketball and NCAA football for The Sporting News.

Hawks should be wary of taking flier on Deandre Ayton after shocking decision

Hawks’ latest move leaves door open for return of veteran fan favorite

Hawks firmly on path to NBA Finals after early offseason activity

Clint Capela fits mold for rival ahead of Hawks exit but major caveat looms

Nagging narrative still haunting Trae Young after record-setting season

Rival claims Hawks' heist just short of disastrous Luka Doncic trade

Kristaps Porzingis deal won’t stop Hawks from re-signing sixth man

Hawks can’t stop fleecing Pelicans after another great NBA Draft trade

Trae Young’s ultimate competition suffers setback that could help Hawks

Cam Johnson an ideal trade candidate to solve Hawks’ major issues

Pesky Trae Young narrative thrown out in new leader’s first comments

Dyson Daniels reflects on ‘fresh start’ with Hawks after award-winning season

Hawks could give Ben Simmons redemption arc with full-circle move this offseason

New mock draft sees Hawks land perfect Clint Capela replacement

Hawks eyeing perfect call on microwave-scorer this offseason

Zaccharie Risacher receives major vote of confidence from Hawks icon