The Atlanta Hawks

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Despite Larry Drew being still under contract despite it expiring in June 30, that did not stop the Hawks from interviewing potential replacement for the head coach. Latest interview was former Portland Trailblazers coach Nate McMillan.

 

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Rumor has it that the Atlanta Hawks are inclined to hire Ettore Messina. His last stint was with Mike Brown and the ill fated Lakers.

 

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News from the wire: the Atlanta Hawks according to multiple media are preparing to make offers to both Dwight Howard and Chris Paul in the summer.

 

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The Hawks have announced that former long time San Antonio Spurs head coach Mike Budenholzer is the new head coach of the team.

 

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Representatives from the Atlanta Hawks have met with Dwight Howard. Next, they will meet with Sacramento Kings restricted free agent Tyreke Evans.

 

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Hawks sign Kyle Korver to a four year deal worth 24 Million.

 

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It is reported that the Atlanta Hawks have signed free agent forward Paul Millsap to a contract.

 

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The Atlanta Hawks have signed DeMarre Carroll to a two year contract worth $5 Million as reported.

 

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It is reported that the Hawks will sign Macedonia's Pero Antic to a two year contract.

 

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Atlanta Hawks GM Danny Ferry comments on the progress of Nogueira, in Spain with his current team, Asefa Estudiantes Madrid.

Hawks GM: Nogueira to Develop in Spain

 

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Pero Antic has been working out on solo and coordinated drills with the Hawks coaching staff.

 

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It seems GM Danny Ferry will enter training camp with 14 players as invites to David Lighty, the French Pro A finals MVP and D-League regular Eric Dawson. Last season, Hawks were also in personnel downsizing as they entered camp with 14 players.

 

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Gustavo Ayon will be out 6-8 weeks due toa stained rotator cuff.

 

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One for the record books for Kyle Korver.

 

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I thought that the Wizards would win given how John Wall was tearing in the 4th but Hawks were resilient and Horford saved the night.

 

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Tremendous shootout by Jeff Teague and Kyrie Irving. In the last 20 secs of 2OT, Irving got a jumpshot to tie it at 125 all but Teague nailed a 20 footer to clinch it. Jeff Teague would finish with 34 points and 14 assists.

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Al Horford is out indefinitely with a torn pectoral muscle.

 

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ESPN Radio reports that Al Horford is not coming back come playoff time.

 

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With Horford having season ending surgery, the main man for the Hawks is Jeff Teague now. Teague is having a career season so far and in year one of his $32 Million - 4 year bond. Hawks will need to dig deep now and maybe Gustavo Ayon could be given a break once he gets back into form.

Some good news in Kyle Korver, who is still scorching from his fiery December play.

 

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Paul Millsap has been named eastern conference player of the week. It is a nice gesture through recognition. Recently, Kyle Korver was named to the Team USA pool. Hawks got some good media exposure this week.