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Josh Smith Reps His adizero Ghosts
Josh Smith wears adidas basketball shoes, and for this season he’ll be rocking the adizero Ghost 2, which sounds like a sequel to Mission Impossible. Nevertheless, Smoove took to the internet to share his thoughts on his footwear for the 2012-13: What do you think, sneakerheads? This a shoe you’ll be rushing out to... »
With Backs Against the Wall, These Hawks Respond
It has been a theme all season long for the Hawks. People have been counting them out, and they have risen to the challenge. Before the season even started, many analysts said that this group of Hawks had “topped out” and that they would be a borderline playoff team. Atlanta responded by starting 11-4,... »
Game 5: Notes & Quotes
– It came down to the wire but the Hawks pulled out the win over Boston, 87-86, at Philips Arena on Tuesday. – Atlanta led by 7 with just over four minutes to play, however the Celtics quickly tied things at 83 … The Hawks answered, scoring the next four, but Celtics wouldn’t go... »
Injury Update: Smoove Out, Allen In
Atlanta’s Josh Smith and Boston’s Ray Allen were both “gametime decisions” for Game 3 on Friday night, and the “decisions” did not go in the Hawks’ favor. Smith opted to rest his ailing left knee and aim for a return on Sunday night’s Game 4, and Allen suited up for his first live action... »
Game 2 Game Notes
– The Hawks let an 11-point second half lead get away, falling to Boston 87-80 at Philips Arena on Tuesday. – Joe Johnson led the Hawks with 22 points, Jeff Teague put in 18 and Josh Smith tallied 16 points and 12 rebounds before leaving the game late with a sprained left knee. –... »
Game 2: Defending Home Court
With Rajon Rondo suspended for Game 2 tonight at the Highlight Factory, many are anticipating an easier road to victory for the Hawks. Joe Johnson knows better than to take anything for granted, especially during the playoffs. “This is a totally different time of the year,” Joe said this morning after shootaround. “We understand... »
Clearing Up the Playoff Picture – 4.10.12
With such a tight race involving so many teams, almost every night will feature at least one game with playoff implications. Here on the blog we will provide a daily update on the standings, what games to watch, and where to find the best analysis about the Hawks’ position. Who Owns the Tie-Breakers? With... »
Injury Update – 3.18.12
Larry Drew will have his work cut out for him again today in Cleveland when he is trying to find the right combinations to put out on the court. The Hawks will have five players sidelined due to injury/illness, leaving just 10 healthy bodies to try and steal a road win against the Cavs.... »
Ready for Some Home Cookin’
After six road games in nine days any team would welcome the site of their home court (and their home beds). The good news for the Hawks is that their tough road stretches for this shortened season are behind them now. Atlanta has now played 25 road games (the most in the NBA), seven... »
These Guys are Good…
As we prepare for the productivity of the entire nation to drop off this Thursday as the NCAA tournament kicks into full gear, we felt that it was a good time to remind fans that the best players in the world play in the NBA. One benefit of getting access to practice is that... »