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Making A List, Checking it Ten Times (So Far)
Making A List, Checking it Ten Times (So Far)
humanhighlightblog.com — Going into Wednesday night's divisional tilt against last year's first round nemesis, the Miami Heat, the Hawks showed the East's best record at 9-2. To post such a mark the Birds have been following a winning formula, one they wished to continue to use to add yet another win to the ledger. How ... (more) Making A List, Checking it Ten Times (So Far)
Another night, another comeback
Another night, another comeback
hawks.gearupforsports.com — Joe Johnson won Eastern Conference Player of the Week honors for his performance last week. To open the Hawks telecast on SportSouth, James Verett asked him if he was surprised that he won the honor so early in the season. What?! I don’t think Joe or any player thinks about when ... (more) Another night, another comeback
Boston win a good measuring stick for Hawks
Boston win a good measuring stick for Hawks
hawks.gearupforsports.com — He’s no longer a Hawk, but it’s good to see Shelden Williams catching on with the Celtics and having some success as a role player. I realize that the NBA season is a long one. 10 months, I believe, if you win a championship. I also realize that the Hawks and ... (more) Boston win a good measuring stick for Hawks
Hawks Win Sixth Straight, Thrash Heat 105-90
Hawks Win Sixth Straight, Thrash Heat 105-90
slamdunkcentral.com — The Atlanta Hawks have the luxury of being a team that is young and very talented with plenty of upside. When they’re on, they’re very close to being unbeatable. The Hawks brought a 5-game winning streak to Philips Arena as they hosted the Miami Heat Wednesday; and as expected, ... (more) Hawks Win Sixth Straight, Thrash Heat 105-90
Taking an early look at the five stat benchmarks for the Hawks and the third seed.
Taking an early look at the five stat benchmarks for the Hawks and the third seed.
peachtreehoops.com — More photos » by Gregory Smith - AP Browse more photos » Back in September, we looked at five numbers the Hawks needed to meet to contend for the third seed . Eleven games in, consider the team ... (more) Taking an early look at the five stat benchmarks for the ...
Horford Takes Game, Lee's Lunch Money
Horford Takes Game, Lee's Lunch Money
humanhighlightblog.com — At the University of Florida in 2004-2005, David Lee went up in practice against the likes of freshmen and future national champions Joakim Noah, Corey Brewer, and Al Horford. Lee and the other upperclassmen were known to have their hands full in such practices, but liked to have their way with ... (more) Horford Takes Game, Lee's Lunch Money
"...When they go out on the court, they’re on edge”
"...When they go out on the court, they’re on edge”
redsarmy.com — The quote in the headline? That belongs to Al Horford... and he's talking about the Celtics. After yesterday’s practice, Kevin Garnett was asked if he considers the Atlanta Hawks a rival. The Celtics forward responded, “Not at all.” That comment didn’t surprise Al Horford , though the ... (more) "...When they go out on the court, they’re on edge”
Atlanta Hawks 114, New York Knicks 101 or Al Horford only cares about the second half
Atlanta Hawks 114, New York Knicks 101 or Al Horford only cares about the second half
peachtreehoops.com — More photos » by Frank Franklin II - AP Wait, team's double team me? Browse more photos » boxscore recap So that turned good in a hurry. The crusify list was long with ... (more) Atlanta Hawks 114, New York Knicks 101 or Al Horford ...
Glass-Cleaning Hawks Soar Past Celtics 97-86
Glass-Cleaning Hawks Soar Past Celtics 97-86
slamdunkcentral.com — The Boston Celtics have lost only two games so far in this still young NBA campaign. Both have been at home in the friendly confines of the “ New Garden ” and both losses were to young athletic teams on consecutive Friday nights. Last Friday the Celtics suffered their first loss ... (more) Glass-Cleaning Hawks Soar Past Celtics 97-86
Rival Al Horford begs to differ
bostonherald.com — fter Thursday s practice, Kevin Garnett was asked if he considers Atlanta a rival. The Celtics [ team stats ] forward responded, Not at all. That comment didn t surprise Al Horford, though the Hawks forward believes the C s knew they d have a battle ... (more) Rival Al Horford begs to differ
Al Horford won’t back down from the Celtics
Al Horford won’t back down from the Celtics
bostonherald.com — Al Horford won’t back down from the Celtics (more) Al Horford won’t back down from the Celtics
Big shoes to fill
blogs.ajc.com — What’s up, Sekou readers? Hope you are all doing well. Thanks for your patience in waiting for this blog to get churning again. My name is Ken Sugiura, and I have the unenviable task of following up the master. Sekou , if you weren’t aware, took ... (more) Big shoes to fill
Best in The East?
Best in The East?
humanhighlightblog.com — The Hawks attempted to make the case in back-to-back games this weekend against the Celtics and the Hornets. Now the standings say so. Going into Sunday's games, (12) percent of the way into the season, there stand the Atlanta Hawks at 8-2, top record in the East. It's a small sample of games, ... (more) Best in The East?
NBA Primetime: First 10 games Report Card
NBA Primetime: First 10 games Report Card
nbaprimetime.com — Atlanta Hawks- 6-2 record, 3rd in East The Hawks have gotten off to a great start during the early part of this season, averaging the fourth most PPG in the league with just under 108 points per night. With Josh Smith resurrected and Al Horford posting All-Star type numbers, Atlanta is in for ... (more) NBA Primetime: First 10 games Report Card
Your Morning Dump... where the rebounds are still bothersome
Your Morning Dump... where the rebounds are still bothersome
redsarmy.com — “Unfortunately everyone will say it was the bigs who were responsible,” coach Doc Rivers said. “But our bigs were in help all night because their guys were beating our guards. A lot of times their guards were the ones getting the offensive rebounds.” Herald: Board game doesn't go way of ... (more) Your Morning Dump... where the rebounds are still bothersome
Line of the Night (11/13): Al Horford
Line of the Night (11/13): Al Horford
scoresreport.com — I thought about giving this honor to one of the Nuggets in their rout of the Lakers, but isn’t the young Hawks’ 97-86 win over the Celtics in Boston more impressive? Joe Johnson, Josh Smith, Mike Bibby and Jamal Crawford all played well, but it was Al Horford that held down the ... (more) Line of the Night (11/13): Al Horford
Al Horford was just kidding about Pierce (but probably not)
Al Horford was just kidding about Pierce (but probably not)
redsarmy.com — Here's how I think things went down a couple of days ago after Al Horford told the story about Paul Pierce owing him $10 grand. Horford (in the morning):   Hey funny story:  Paul Pierce bet me a couple of years ago that we wouldn't win a game.  We won 3... so we essentially bet ... (more) Al Horford was just kidding about Pierce (but probably not)
Horford Tweets: ‘I do not bet on basketball’
greenstreet.weei.com — Hawks center Al Horford took to the Twitter to tell his followers that he was joking about making a wager with Paul Pierce for $10,000 during the 2008 playoffs and that he doesn’t bet on hoops, or any other sport for that matter. Horford caused ... (more) Horford Tweets: ‘I do not bet on basketball’
Hostile Environment
Hostile Environment
dimemag.com — They all count from here on out. Friday was the last day of NBA preseason action, with a nearly full schedule that included two national TV games: Hawks/Magic and Nuggets/Lakers … Orlando effectively ended their contest early, going up by ... (more) Hostile Environment
Fantasy Basketball 2009-10 Draft Preview
sportsofboston.com — The 2009-10 basketball season is just a couple days away and many fantasy leagues will be drafting their teams this weekend. This is why I took it upon myself to comprise a top-10 list for each position, along with likes/dislikes. In addition to the lists, I will give you the secret to finding ... (more) Fantasy Basketball 2009-10 Draft Preview
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