Boston beats Hawks for 3-1 lead
The first week of the playoffs has been marred by flagrant fouls, ejections and suspensions.
Big day for Atlanta's professional sports teams
If there's a good day to be an Atlanta sports fan, today is the day. The Braves, Hawks and Five Stripes are all playing games at home today.
Hawks hope Trae Young gets going in Game 3 vs. Celtics
Beyond the arc, the Hawks shot just 17 percent in Game 1 and 33 percent in Game 2. In both those games combined, Trae Young has shot 3/13 from 3 (23%) and just 35 percent from the field, along with 10 turnovers. But the Hawks say they think they can turn their shooting woes around in Game 3, back at home.
Hawks prepare for Game 3 vs. Celtics, back at home
The Hawks are down two games in the best-of-seven, first-round playoff series against the Celtics, but they're hoping to pick up a win with a boost from their home crowd at State Farm Arena.
Kings, E-40 release statement on ejection, call it a 'miscommunication'
Rapper E-40 and the Sacramento Kings released a joint statement Wednesday calling the musician's ejection from Saturday's Warriors v. Kings game a ‘miscommunication.’
Blue Jays’ Anthony Bass takes shot at United Airlines after pregnant wife forced to pick up child’s mess
Sydney Rae Bass, sister of Jessie James Decker, said United provided the popcorn.
Clippers' Russell Westbrook, Suns fan have intense exchange at halftime: 'Watch your mouth motherf---er'
After the game, a video surfaced on social media of Russell Westbrook getting into a very heated interaction with a fan during halftime. The fan was telling Westbrook to "take it like a man."
Brown scores 29, Celtics hold off late rally by Hawks 112-99
The Celtics beat the Hawks 112-99 in the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs. They'll face each other again in Boston on April 18.
NBA playoffs start Saturday: What to know
Here’s a rarity: All five teams from one division are going to the NBA playoffs.
Dallas Mavs fined $750K for benching star players
The NBA determined the Dallas Mavericks were too blatant in their attempts to tank the season's final two games.
Lakers lock in #7 seed in NBA Playoffs after beating Timberwolves
The Los Angeles Lakers (somehow) made the NBA playoffs!
Hawks grab No. 7 seed in East, hold off Heat 116-105
What's next for the Hawks? They'll visit Boston for Game 1 of an East first-round series Saturday.
Michael Jordan's 1998 NBA Finals sneakers could net $2 million
Bidding for a set of sneakers NBA legend Michael Jordan donned during an NBA Finals game in his last season with the Chicago Bulls closes later Tuesday, and they could go for an eye-popping amount.
Hawks playing for playoff position in regular-season home finale
The Hawks could lock in the No. 8 seed in the Eastern Conference Friday night with a win against Philadelphia or a Toronto Raptors loss. Atlanta can finish no higher than the No. 7 seed and no lower than the No. 9 seed in the Eastern Conference.
Hawks prepare for Wizards
The Hawks haven't been two games over .500 since January 20, and they hope to win over the eliminated Wizards to get them there Wednesday night.
NBA, players reach deal for a new labor agreement
The in-season tournament that Commissioner Adam Silver has wanted for years will become reality, sources told The Associated Press.
Alabama’s Brandon Miller entering NBA draft
Brandon Miller is projected as a top 5 NBA draft pick. The star freshman helped lead Alabama to a winning season but dealt with off-the-court issues after he made headlines for being present at a fatal shooting near campus in January.
Washington Wizards star Bradley Beal under police investigation after incident with fans
Washington Wizards star Bradley Beal is being investigated by police after an alleged incident with fans following a basketball game in Florida.
Former NBA player Eric Montross battling cancer, family says
Montross’ family issued a statement through the school on Saturday announcing the 51-year-old’s diagnosis, though it didn’t specify the nature of the cancer.
Atlanta Hawks, Papa Johns host EmpowerHer event at State Farm Arena
The EmpowerHer event at State Farm Arena focused on leadership development for young women between the ages of 17 and 24.