Joshua Buckhalter

Joshua Buckhalter

Joined: Jun 12, 2019

Josh Buckhalter has covered the Atlanta Hawks as the site expert at Soaring Down South since 2021. He is a credentialed reporter covering the Chicago Bears professionally since 2018 and for Clocker Sports since 2022. He is also a member of the Pro Football Writers of America. Josh covers the NBA and NFL for Heavy Sports and has covered both leagues since 2016.

Atlanta Hawks governor Tony Ressler attends a game.

Hawks risking controversy with latest rumor on critical decision

Atlanta Hawks head coach Quin Snyder was linked to the San Antonio Spurs top position before it was ever officially open.

Quin Snyder’s potential dream job filled soon after opening amid Hawks questions

Jaxson Hayes #11 of the Los Angeles Lakers against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

The perfect big man for the Hawks just saw his season come to an end

Atlanta Hawks head coach Quin Snyder looks on against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Hawks veteran deemed ‘toughest’ decision made choice much easier

Terance Mann #14 of the Atlanta Hawks looks on against the Miami Heat.

Terance Mann sends fitting 1-word reaction after Hawks teammate's letdown

Dyson Daniels #5 of the Atlanta Hawks dribbles against the Miami Heat.

Dyson Daniels has the perfect plan after winning Most Improved Player

Atlanta Hawks head coach Quin Snyder reacts against Orlando Magic.

Hawks set for further shakeups after making surprising decision

Zaccharie Risacher #10 of the Atlanta Hawks looks on against the Brooklyn Nets.

Hawks rookie Zaccharie Risacher falls victim to age-old trend

Donovan Mitchell #45 of the Cleveland Cavaliers reacts against Davion Mitchell #45 of the Miami Heat in the 2025 playoffs.

Historic opening round of NBA playoffs begs critical question for Hawks

Trae Young #11 looks on against the Philadelphia 76ers.

Trae Young gets good news in offseason intel drop before key window

Trae Young #11 of the Atlanta Hawks warms up before facing the Dallas Mavericks.

Trae Young sends clear message to Hawks teammate after missed opportunity

Trae Young #11 of the Atlanta Hawks looks on against the Brooklyn Nets.

Former exec levies damning take on Trae Young after Hawks’ decision

Former Atlanta Hawks general manager Landry Fields looks on against the Boston Celtics.

Hawks linked to 'dream target' with championship DNA after firing Landry Fields

Trae Young #11 of the Atlanta Hawks looks on against the New York Knicks.

Trae Young sends bold message amid uncertainty around Atlanta Hawks

De'Andre Hunter #12 of the Cleveland Cavaliers reacts against the Indiana Pacers.

Cavaliers navigating humbling reality about De’Andre Hunter after Hawks trade

Dejounte Murray #5 of the New Orleans Pelicans reacts against the Atlanta Hawks.

Hawks catch breaks as key piece of Dejounte Murray trade gets finalized