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The Season and the Future of Mike Scott
We’re taking a look back at the season that was for each member of the Atlanta Hawks, as well as a sneak peek into what the future might hold. Today it’s Mike Scott. The season: Mike Scott’s rookie season was full of ups and downs but ended with him making the Hawks’ playoff roster... »
Postgame Thoughts: Hawks Settle In For Tilt With Pacers
A few thoughts after tonight’s 98-92 loss to the Knicks: - It’s official – The Hawks are headed to Indiana for a first-round showdown with the Pacers. Atlanta’s loss gave the Chicago Bulls the five seed before their win over the Wizards was official. Game one will be Sunday. - Obviously Larry Drew’s goal... »
Postgame Thoughts: Hawks Play It Safe With Starters As Playoffs Loom
A few thoughts after tonight’s 113-96 loss to the Raptors: - I’ll open by saying it was cool to see the Hawks pay respects to those impacted by yesterday’s tragedy in Boston. There was a moment of silence before the game, and ‘Sweet Caroline,’ a Boston sports tradition, played at halftime. Nice job by... »
Postgame Thoughts: Rookies Shine Again In Win
A few thoughts after tonight’s 124-101 win over the 76ers: - How about our rookies? One game after combining for 45, John Jenkins and Mike Scott combine for 38 more on a combined 14-23 shooting off the bench. Jenkins backed up a career-high 23 with 21, and Scott netted 17 to go with eight... »
Postgame Thoughts: Rookies Impress Despite Loss to Spurs
A few thoughts coming up on the Hawks’ close 99-97 loss to the Spurs in San Antonio: – With the team nursing several injuries and playing without starters Al Horford, Josh Smith, and Kyle Korver, you might think that would spell doom for the Hawks, especially going into San Antonio where they’ve lost 14... »
Postgame Thoughts: Short-Handed Hawks Give Inspired Effort In Boston
A few thoughts after tonight’s 118-107 loss to the Celtics: - The Hawks played without Al Horford due to a stomach illness. They also didn’t have the services of Devin Harris yet again with the foot injury and are still without Zaza Pachulia, who is nursing a sore Achilles. Despite all of that, Atlanta... »
Postgame Thoughts: Third Unit Gives Hawks Lift Despite Loss
A few thoughts after tonight’s 100-94 loss to the Pacers: - How about the energy the Hawks’ third unit brought tonight? The combination of Shelvin Mack, DeShawn Stevenson, John Jenkins, Ivan Johnson and Mike Scott helped turn a 22-point fourth quarter lead to just four. The first two units couldn’t find a rhythm tonight,... »
Postgame Thoughts: Heat Simply on Another Level
A few thoughts after tonight’s 98-81 loss to the Heat: - Kyle Korver was able to extend his three-point streak in the first quarter for the second straight game. How long do we think this thing will go Hawks fans? He’s at 56 right now. - Once again, the Hawks turned the ball over... »
Postgame thoughts: Hawks can’t stop Pacers home streak
A few thoughts after tonight’s 114-103 loss to the Pacers: - After scoring 104 points in New York in their last road game, the Hawks put up 103 tonight. Scoring triple digits against two good defensive teams on the road is an encouraging sign, even if both resulted in losses. - The Hawks have... »
Postgame Thoughts: Hawks Rally to Top Wolves
A few thoughts coming up on the Hawks come-from-behind 104-96 victory over the Timberwolves Monday afternoon at Philips Arena: – Welcome back, Jannero Pargo! The Hawks signed the veteran guard to a 10-day contract earlier in the day to chip in with Lou Williams out for the season and Devin Harris banged up, and... »