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It was another game that came down the stretch for the Atlanta Hawks, and they were able to get the win once again against the Indiana Pacers, 120-118.

NBA News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / March 4

NBA DFS Main Slate Preview: The Coach’s Starting Five, March 4, 2025

NBA DFS returns for Tuesday night’s action with a nine-game slate. The Coach is here with his starting five and authentic insight from ‘inside the ropes.’ The NBA’s fantasy landscape changes daily with nightly examples of last-minute injury designation and load management.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / March 1

NBA Analyst Makes Bold Atlanta Hawks Prediction For Month Of March

The Atlanta Hawks have had a tough start after the All-Star break, going 1-4 and falling to 9th in the Eastern Conference standings. Given the injuries

Atlanta Hawks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 1

Hawks’ Onyeka Okongwu reveals how ‘natural gift’ has unlocked his offensive game

The Atlanta Hawks have been seeing a lot of progress from their young players this season, and one of those players is Onyeka Okongwu, who has made his way into the starting lineup.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / February 22

NBA Analyst Says This Player Will Be The Hawks Biggest X-Factor Down the Final Stretch of the Season

The Atlanta Hawks are 26-30 with 26 games left this season and they are fighting to avoid the NBA's play in tournament. Their final stretch started with

NBA News / Yardbarker / February 12

Watch: Knicks, Hawks battle in highest-scoring game of season

Defense was optional Wednesday night at Madison Square Garden as the Knicks held on in overtime and knocked off the Hawks, 149-148 in an absolute thriller.

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NBA News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / January 27

Watch: Rudy Gobert dunks on Hawks' Onyeka Okongwu, then it gets chippy

Mike Conley delivered a bounce pass to Rudy Gobert, who dunked it over Atlanta Hawks center Onyeka Okongwu to give the Minnesota Timberwolves a 51-35 lead in the second quarter of Monday night's game at Target Center in Minneapolis.

Atlanta Hawks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 23

The real reason Hawks’ Onyeka Okongwu replaced Clint Capela in stating lineup

The Atlanta Hawks have made a change in their starting lineup over the past few games, starting Onyeka Okongwu over Clint Capela at center. Okongwu has earned the position after his recent performances coming off the bench, and head coach Quin Snyder spoke about his reason for why he made the change.

Atlanta Hawks News / Last Word On Sports / January 21

Hawks Make Change To Starting Lineup

Entering Monday, the Atlanta Hawks had won three games in a row. They were 8-4 in their last 12 games since December 23. With the team having played improved basketball for nearly the past month, a starting lineup change doesn’t normally need to happen.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / January 19

Onyeka Okongwu Has Been The Center of Attention For the Atlanta Hawks in 2025

Onyeka Okongwu has never suffered from a lack of talent. The Hawks took him with the sixth overall pick after an excellent freshman season at USC. His athleticism and coordination showed up on both ends of the court.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / January 14

Trae Young and Onyeka Okongwu's Big Performances Lift the Hawks Past Phoenix 122-117 at Home

Atlanta was not going to allow the Suns to beat them twice in a row. After having five days in between matchups, the Hawks and the Suns clashed in Atlanta tonight and the starpower was on full display.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / December 29

Hawks vs Raptors: Updated Injury Report For Tonight's Game

The Atlanta Hawks are back in action tonight against the Toronto Raptors on the road and ahead of the game, the Hawks have released their injury report.

Atlanta Hawks News / SportsTalkATL / December 20

Hawks trade rumors reveal club hopes to move veteran

According to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, the Hawks are hoping to move Clint Capela before his contract expires this offseason. Fischer added that Atlanta’s motivation to deal the veteran is their confidence in Onyeka Okongwu.

Atlanta Hawks News / Last Word On Sports / December 19

Hawks Lose Their Backup Center For At Least Four Games

Selected sixth overall in the 2020 NBA Draft, Onyeka Okongwu is now in his fifth season, all with the Atlanta Hawks. While he has mostly been used as a reserve center behind Clint Capela, Okongwu has been one of the most productive reserve big men in his time in the league.

Atlanta Hawks News / SportsTalkATL / December 18

Hawks to be without another critical piece for at least 4 games

Wednesday was not a positive day for the Atlanta Hawks in the injury department. Second-year guard Kobe Bufkin was ruled out for the season with a shoulder injury that will require surgery, and the Hawks will also be without Onyeka Okongwu for at least the next four games.

Atlanta Hawks News / Hoops Rumors / December 18

Hawks' Okongwu out at least four games with knee inflammation

Hawks' Onyeka Okongwu out at least four games with knee inflammation

Center Onyeka Okongwu is dealing with left knee inflammation and will be sidelined for at least four games, the Hawks announced in a press release. According to the team, Okongwu will be reevaluated in about a week.

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NBA News / Yardbarker / November 12

Watch: Okongwu's tip-in shocks Celtics in Emirates Cup opener

Watch: Onyeka Okongwu's game-winning tip-in shocks Celtics in Emirates Cup opener

Onyeka Okongwu tipped in a Dyson Daniels miss with 6.1 seconds for the game-winning basket in Atlanta's 117-116 win over Boston.

Hawks catch Celtics in closing seconds for 117-116 win

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Atlanta Hawks News / SportsTalkATL / October 24

Onyeka Okongwu, Trae Young lead Hawks past Nets

The Atlanta Hawks opened their season at State Farm Arena on Wednesday night with a 120-116 win over the Brooklyn Nets. With all eyes on first overall pick Zaccharie Risacher and the new $150 million man Jalen Johnson, it was actually a couple of familiar faces that led the way.

Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / September 21

What Would Happen If The Hawks Did Not Draft Onyeka Okongwu in 2020?

When reflecting on past drafts, it's easy to pinpoint the homeruns and the misses. It's a bit harder to evaluate the in-between outcomes. The 2020 NBA Draft falls into the latter category for the Atlanta Hawks.

Atlanta Hawks News / Yardbarker / April 11