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With one of the league's most difficult late-season schedules, the Hawks have a golden opportunity to prove themselves as contenders.

Hawks MIP Candidate Nickeil Alexander-Walker "NAW" has made a case as the best of the 2019 draft class - has he reached this title already?

Former top pick Zaccharie Risacher endured months of ridicule from Hawks fans and the NBA Media. With the Playoffs approaching, he's finally hit his stride.

Atlanta Hawks big man Onyeka Okongwu has made remarkable strides during the 2025-26 season. His evolution has taken him to a surprising place.

The Atlanta Hawks have not been a very isolation-heavy team since Trae Young's departure, but Jalen Johnson's limited isolations have been awful for the team.

The elite two-way weapon is confident in his squad's growth as a collective, making them one of the most dangerous teams in the Eastern Conference.

The Hawks don't currently have a physical enforcer on their roster, but recent history indicates that this archetype is very common amongst championship teams.

Atlanta Hawks guard Dyson Daniels has faced steady criticism for a sustained flaw. Not enough has been said about his improvement.

The Atlanta Hawks currently have the elite guard defensive duo in Dyson Daniels and NAW, who would complement potential Hawk Keaton Wagler perfectly.

The Atlanta Hawks have evolved into the type of team that the new NBA requires them to be.