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Hard Knock Hawks

HardKnockHawksPod
Atlanta Hawks
New York Knicks
Trae Young
Basketball
Summer League
Hawks
Jalen Johnson
NBA
Trey Young
Jonathan Kuminga
Dyson Daniels
Kobe Bufkin
Quinn Snyder
Cleveland Cavaliers
Kuminga
Kristaps Porzingis
Brooklyn Nets
Kingston Flemings
Zuby Ejiofor
Henri Veesar

Anthony, Chris, Leon, and Marco discuss their favorite team: The Atlanta Hawks, and all the other happening of the NBA in this fan driven podcast! Follow us on X! (Formerly Twitter) Email us at hkhpod24@gmail.com Anthony: (@InsaneKaine) Chris: (@Chri21opher) Leon: (@justinvisible6) Marco: (@hawksfan200)

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In this episode, we conclude the western conference over/under series by talking about the final teams on our list. Like, share, and subscribe!

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In this episode, we discuss the betting odds for more western conference teams talk about if they will go over or under the totals for each one. This episode was so long that we had to extended it to the next episode! Watch and see what teams we talk... more

In this episode, we discuss the betting odds for seven western conference teams talk about if they will go over or under the totals for each one. Which teams we talked about? You will have to listen to find out!

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In this episode, we discuss highlights from the Atlanta Hawks's media day we thought were important like the consistency from the roster, defensive questions, and Jalen's potential improvement. We also continue our over under series on the Eastern Co... more

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Ben Pfeifer
Analyst, Swish Theory; coverage for Sporting News and Essentially Sports
Swish Theory; Sporting News; Essentially Sports
Episode: Hard Knock Hawks Episode 76: Summer League Performances with Ben Pfeifer
Tyler Jones
Special guest, one of the titans of Hawks Twitter
Episode: Hard Knock Hawks Episode 75: The Risacher Era closes and Off-Season Thoughts with Tyler Jones!
Bob Rathbun
Atlanta Hawks play-by-play announcer and recent Georgia Sports Hall of Fame inductee
Atlanta Hawks (broadcaster)
Episode: Hard Knock Hawks Episode 70: Talking about the offseason with Bob Rathbun
David Lee
Basketball analyst and writer featured as a guest
Guest on Hard Knock Hawks
Episode: Hard Knock Hawks Episode 69: The Draft Lottery Approaches with David Lee!
Brad Rowland
Sports journalist; Locked On Hawks and Hammer Territory contributor; Fansided writer
Locked On Hawks, Hammer Territory, Fansided
Episode: Hard Knock Hawks Episode 61: Into the Second Half with Brad Rowland!
Glen Willis
Special guest discussing Hawks season so far
ATL at 29
Episode: Hard Knock Hawks Episode 53: Looking at 20% of the season with Glen Willis!
Blake Rodgers
Journalism contributor joining the podcast for Hawks coverage
The Hawks journalism side (podcast staff)
Episode: Hard Knock Hawks Episode 41: Schedule Talk and New Members!
Grant Shirley
Hawks Twitter legend and commenter with years of Hawks data and community insight
X / Hawks community
Episode: Hard Knock Hawks Episode 39: Summer League Concludes and the State of the Roster with Grant Shirley!

Hosts

Anthony Long
Host of the show; appears across many episodes analyzing Hawks decisions and NBA topics.
Chris
Co-host; frequently part of roster discussions and banter.
Leon
Co-host; contributes analysis on drafts, trades, and playoffs.
Marco
Co-host; helps with player evaluation and roster construction discussions.

Reviews

2.6 out of 5 stars from 35 ratings
  • Update Your Resume’

    Great conversations about the Hawks

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dj Yogi in Atlanta
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great New Hawks Pod

    Keep it going fellas, you got something unique going here. Excited for this Hawks season and hearing your content

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Joooohhhhhnnnnnnn
    United States2 years ago

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Engaging, candid, and insightful about Hawks moves.
Fun, casual banter with strong basketball knowledge.
Good guest hosting and thoughtful observations on player development.

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Hard Knock Hawks Episode 77: Answering Mailbag Questions!
Q: Is Jalen Johnson the franchise player to lead the Hawks to the promised land?
The panel largely agrees that Johnson is a very good, productive player who could be the centerpiece, but they differ on whether he alone can carry a championship run; the consensus is that he needs the right supporting cast and system to fully realize that potential.
Hard Knock Hawks Episode 75: The Risacher Era closes and Off-Season Thoughts with Tyler Jones!
Q: What are your general thoughts on this Risacher trade and what it could mean for Atlanta's future?
The consensus is that the move was driven by the coaching staff and front office's assessment of Risacher's fit and ceiling, prioritizing a proven defensive contributor in Dort and a high-upside, controllable young guard in Nembhard. They expect improved defense, more path to winning now, and better roster balance, even if it costs a premium in cap space and draft capital.
Hard Knock Hawks Episode 40: Looking into the Mailbag!
Q: Who starts at center?
There's disagreement, with some advocating Onyeka Okongwu as starter for optics and defense, while others think Kristaps Porzingis or Clint Capella-adjacent rotations could be used depending on matchups and health.
Hard Knock Hawks Episode 40: Looking into the Mailbag!
Q: What letter grade do you give Hawks management for their off season efforts?
The general consensus was a B-plus, with some adding a minus when considering the unprotected first-round pick acquisition, suggesting solid upgrades but acknowledgement that there's room for more moves.

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A group of four hosts consistently breaks down the Atlanta Hawks and the broader NBA landscape with a fan-driven, data-informed vibe. Recurring topics include roster construction, offseason moves, Draft and Summer League evaluations, cap dynamics and contract debates, and playoff outlooks. The banter is energetic, with frequent guest appearances and strong emphasis on practical roster implications, young player development, and team identity. The show stands out for its transparent fan-rooted perspective, willingness to critique front-office decisions, and lively discussions around how to balance short-term competitiveness with long-term flexibility.

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2. Tyler Jones
3. Bob Rathbun
4. David Lee
5. Brad Rowland
6. Glen Willis
7. Blake Rodgers
8. Grant Shirley

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