<?xml version="1.0" encoding="iso-8859-1"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>Hawksportal.com News</title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com</link><description>Atlanta Hawks Fans Website</description><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 108, Kings 97]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-108-kings-97.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Jan 2010 03:39:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kings-Hawks, Box]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/kings-hawks-box.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Jan 2010 03:11:44 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[MVP? It's debatable between Kobe, LeBron ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/mvp-it-s-debatable-between-kobe-lebron.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 16:12:00 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[We ask the candidates to make their case in the inevitable Kobe vs.LeBron MVP vote.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2010-01-20]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/roster-report-2010-01-20.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 05:40:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard JoeJohnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith,Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard JeffTeague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Forward/Center ZazaPa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2010-01-20]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/notes-quotes-2010-01-20.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 05:40:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Normally the dunker of note in a game, F Josh Smith was on thereceiving end of the Dunk of the Night in Monday's game. With thegame on the line late and Thunder F Jeff Green driving from theleft wing, Smith was victimized when Green finished a vicious j]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stern turns down Hawks' protest]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/stern-turns-down-hawks-protest.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2010 20:59:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2010-01-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/roster-report-2010-01-19.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2010 14:04:48 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard JoeJohnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith,Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard JeffTeague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Forward/Center ZazaPa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2010-01-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/notes-quotes-2010-01-19.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2010 14:04:46 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Normally the dunker of note in a game, F Josh Smith was on thereceiving end of the Dunk of the Night in Monday's game. With thegame on the line late and Thunder F Jeff Green driving from theleft wing, Smith was victimized when Green finished a vicious j]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2010-01-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/presented-by-2010-01-19.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2010 14:04:46 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kings-Hawks Preview 2010-01-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/kings-hawks-preview-2010-01-19.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2010 13:25:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thunder's blueprint to success familiar]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/thunder-s-blueprint-to-success-familiar.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2010 09:05:27 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even in losing, the  Hawksfelt flattered. What they'vedone is what Oklahoma City is now trying to do. "A mirror of ourteam," coach Mike Woodson said afterward, and when was the lasttime anyone in the NBA regarded the local franchise as anything tobe emula]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[No dream ending: Crawford off mark;He can't duplicate shot that beat Phoenix.;Athletic Oklahoma]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/no-dream-ending-crawford-off-mark-he-can-t-duplicate-shot-that-beat-phoenix-athletic-oklahoma.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2010 09:05:21 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[This time, Jamal Crawford couldn't save the  Hawksat the end.  Coach Mike Woodson was more concerned about their start.  Confronted with an opponent that equals them athletically, the  Hawksfailed to match the OklahomaCity Thunder's intensity early. They ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Green puts finishing touch on Thunder victory]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/green-puts-finishing-touch-on-thunder-victory.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Jan 2010 23:19:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thunder-Hawks, Box]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/thunder-hawks-box.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Jan 2010 21:49:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nowitzki joins the 20,000-point club]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nowitzki-joins-the-20-000-point-club.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Jan 2010 00:12:50 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The greatest basketball player ever to come out of Wurzburg,Germany, passed a significant milestone Wednesday.  With a 14-foot fadeaway jumper, Dirk Nowitzki became the 34thplayer in NBA history to score 20,000 points. Of the 34 players tohave reached 20,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thunder-Hawks Preview 2010-01-17]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/thunder-hawks-preview-2010-01-17.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 Jan 2010 11:53:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2010-01-17]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/roster-report-2010-01-17.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 Jan 2010 03:07:34 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard JoeJohnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith,Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Forward Mo Evans,Forward Joe Smith, Center Jason Collins, Guard Mario West. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2010-01-17]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/notes-quotes-2010-01-17.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 Jan 2010 03:07:32 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--G Jeff Teague, a rookie, received an unexpected pep talk earlierthis week from Boston G Ray Allen. Before the Hawks played theCeltics in Boston on Monday, Hawks assistant coach Jim Toddintroduced Allen to Teague. When Allen broke into the league withMil]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2010-01-16]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/roster-report-2010-01-16.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 Jan 2010 06:07:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard JoeJohnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith,Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Forward Mo Evans,Forward Joe Smith, Center Jason Collins, Guard Mario West. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2010-01-16]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/notes-quotes-2010-01-16.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 Jan 2010 06:07:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--G Jeff Teague, a rookie, received an unexpected pep talk earlierthis week from Boston G Ray Allen. Before the Hawks played theCeltics in Boston on Monday, Hawks assistant coach Jim Toddintroduced Allen to Teague. When Allen broke into the league withMil]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 102, Suns 101]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-102-suns-101.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 Jan 2010 06:03:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2010-01-16]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/presented-by-2010-01-16.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 Jan 2010 06:03:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks' buzzer-beater drops Suns]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-buzzer-beater-drops-suns.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 Jan 2010 05:17:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks worked up a play that was supposed to produce aneasy basket and overtime.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Suns-Hawks, Box]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/suns-hawks-box.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 Jan 2010 03:57:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2010-01-15]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/roster-report-2010-01-15.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Jan 2010 06:10:27 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard JoeJohnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith,Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard JeffTeague, Forward Joe Smith, Center Jason Collins, Guard Mario West.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2010-01-15]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/notes-quotes-2010-01-15.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Jan 2010 06:10:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--G Mario West, who had been playing for the Maine Red Claws in theNBA's D-League, rejoined the Hawks on 10-day contract Tuesday andplayed in the win over the Wizards. West made the team two seasonsago as an undrafted rookie out of Georgia Tech. He played]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Suns-Hawks Preview]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/suns-hawks-preview.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Jan 2010 02:31:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 94, Wizards 82]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-94-wizards-82.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 Jan 2010 03:31:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celtics coach Rivers fined $25K]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/celtics-coach-rivers-fined-25k.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Jan 2010 23:25:56 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2010-01-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/roster-report-2010-01-12.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Jan 2010 21:57:38 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard JoeJohnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith,Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard JeffTeague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Forward/center ZazaPa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[GETTING INSIDE 2010-01-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/getting-inside-2010-01-12.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Jan 2010 21:57:33 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Maybe it was Joe Johnson scoring seven straight points to open thethird quarter. Or Jamal Crawford scoring six straight to end thegame. Whatever it was, it clicked Monday night for the Hawks inBoston. It turned the somber mood from Saturday night's humbli]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 102, Celtics 96]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-102-celtics-96.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Jan 2010 04:25:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks beat Celtics for third time]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-beat-celtics-for-third-time.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Jan 2010 03:37:32 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Three quick technical fouls by the Boston coaching staff added upto a third straight victory for Atlanta over the Celtics.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2010-01-11]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/roster-report-2010-01-11.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Jan 2010 19:54:49 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard JoeJohnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith,Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard JeffTeague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Forward/center ZazaPa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2010-01-11]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/notes-quotes-2010-01-11.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Jan 2010 19:54:47 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Before they faced off on the NBA court, Josh Smith and DwightHoward were play pals. "We went to the same preschool together,"Smith said. "I've known Dwight since we were in diapers." Beforethey played together on the Atlanta Celtics AAU team, they werec]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[GETTING INSIDE 2010-01-11]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/getting-inside-2010-01-11.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Jan 2010 19:54:45 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[An Atlanta tradition since 2004, the annual measuring of JoshSmith's growth as a player and person is on again. The results varyslightly according to the method used. It is an imprecise science,but one that ultimately may decide the course of this and man]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2010-01-11]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/presented-by-2010-01-11.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Jan 2010 19:19:59 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Celtics Preview 2010-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-celtics-preview-2010-01-10.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 Jan 2010 18:25:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Magic 113, Hawks 81]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/magic-113-hawks-81.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 Jan 2010 03:49:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Magic, Box 2010-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-magic-box-2010-01-10.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 Jan 2010 02:51:56 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Magic's Carter has mild separation in shoulder]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/magic-s-carter-has-mild-separation-in-shoulder.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 Jan 2010 00:21:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks get second win over Celtics]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-get-second-win-over-celtics.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 Jan 2010 17:21:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Magic Preview 2010-01-09]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-magic-preview-2010-01-09.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 Jan 2010 06:27:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 93, Celtics 85]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-93-celtics-85.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 Jan 2010 04:51:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celtics-Hawks, Box]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/celtics-hawks-box.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 Jan 2010 04:19:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celtics' Allen out against Hawks with flu symptoms]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/celtics-allen-out-against-hawks-with-flu-symptoms.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Jan 2010 20:05:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2010-01-08]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/roster-report-2010-01-08.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:37:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard JoeJohnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith,Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard JeffTeague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Forward/Center ZazaPa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2010-01-08]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/notes-quotes-2010-01-08.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:37:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--G Jamal Crawford had no trouble assuming a leadership role withthe Hawks struggling heading into the game against the Nets. Hecame off the bench firing from long distance and connecting at ahigh rate. He finished with 29 points on 10-for-14 shooting fro]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[GETTING INSIDE 2010-01-08]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/getting-inside-2010-01-08.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:37:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Players-only team meetings after a four-game losing streak? Yep,that's the way the Hawks wanted to handle their first bit ofadversity this season. But the meeting was largely a silent affair,with players looking around the room at each other andacknowledg]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 119, Nets 89]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-119-nets-89.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Jan 2010 03:19:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2010-01-07]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/roster-report-2010-01-07.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Jan 2010 01:34:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard JoeJohnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith,Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard JeffTeague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Forward/center ZazaPa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/notes-quotes.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Jan 2010 01:34:21 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Twice the Knicks have invaded Philips Arena this season for gamesagainst the more highly regarded Hawks, and twice they've left thebuilding winners. "I think we've snuck up on them twice. They're avery good team. The last time we beat them, we went on t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2010-01-07]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/presented-by-2010-01-07.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Jan 2010 01:34:21 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[GETTING INSIDE]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/getting-inside.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Jan 2010 01:34:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks waited until the first day of the year to reach theirfirst negative milestone of the season: They've lost three straightgames. The Hawks' current meltdown began with home-and-home lossesto Cleveland on Tuesday and Wednesday. Friday night's defla]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2010-01-07]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/notes-quotes-2010-01-07.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Jan 2010 01:31:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Twice the Knicks have invaded Philips Arena this season for gamesagainst the more highly regarded Hawks, and twice they've left thebuilding winners. "I think we've snuck up on them twice. They're avery good team. The last time we beat them, we went on t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[GETTING INSIDE 2010-01-07]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/getting-inside-2010-01-07.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Jan 2010 01:31:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks waited until the first day of the year to reach theirfirst negative milestone of the season: They've lost three straightgames. The Hawks' current meltdown began with home-and-home lossesto Cleveland on Tuesday and Wednesday. Friday night's defla]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/roster-report.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 Jan 2010 21:39:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard JoeJohnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith,Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard JeffTeague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Forward/center ZazaPa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heat 92, Hawks 75]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/heat-92-hawks-75.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 Jan 2010 23:15:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Slumping Hawks drop fourth straight]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/slumping-hawks-drop-fourth-straight.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 Jan 2010 22:17:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Robinson returns with a vengeance]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/robinson-returns-with-a-vengeance.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 Jan 2010 04:22:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Knicks 112, Hawks 108, OT]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/knicks-112-hawks-108-ot.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 Jan 2010 04:19:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 110, Pacers 98]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-110-pacers-98.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 27 Dec 2009 03:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Pacers Preview 2009-12-26]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-pacers-preview-2009-12-26.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 26 Dec 2009 00:37:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nuggets beat Hawks as Smith nets 41]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nuggets-beat-hawks-as-smith-nets-41.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Dec 2009 06:03:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Trying to win a game for the first time this season while missingan injured starter, the Denver Nuggets got more than enough helpfrom their bench.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bulls 101, Hawks 98, OT]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/bulls-101-hawks-98-ot.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Dec 2009 06:16:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 96, Jazz 83]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-96-jazz-83.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Dec 2009 00:45:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rose, Bulls end Hawks' win streak]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rose-bulls-end-hawks-win-streak.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 20 Dec 2009 04:41:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2009-12-20]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/presented-by-2009-12-20.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 20 Dec 2009 04:41:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jazz-Hawks Preview 2009-12-17]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/jazz-hawks-preview-2009-12-17.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Dec 2009 20:48:21 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 110, Grizzlies 97 2009-12-17]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-110-grizzlies-97-2009-12-17.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Dec 2009 19:16:46 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 130, Nets 107 2009-12-17]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-130-nets-107-2009-12-17.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Dec 2009 09:46:30 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 110, Grizzlies 97]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-110-grizzlies-97.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Dec 2009 04:02:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 111, Raptors 89 2009-12-17]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-111-raptors-89-2009-12-17.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Dec 2009 00:34:52 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 118, Bulls 83 2009-12-16]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-118-bulls-83-2009-12-16.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Dec 2009 18:48:31 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Grizzlies-Hawks Preview 2009-12-15]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/grizzlies-hawks-preview-2009-12-15.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Dec 2009 19:16:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Whether it's their starters or substitutes, the Atlanta Hawks are finding ways to score and win.The Hawks look for their fifth straight victory Wednesday night when they host a Memphis Grizzlies team that's trying to win three in a row on the road for the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vinny's mellow fellows]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/vinny-s-mellow-fellows.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Dec 2009 03:30:45 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TheBulls would prefer we pay attention to their victory over Golden State on Friday rather than the taped-off crime scene that was the previous few weeks of Basketball ''action.'']]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 130, Nets 107 2009-12-14]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-130-nets-107-2009-12-14.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Dec 2009 21:25:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Feasting on East's bottom feeders ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/feasting-on-east-s-bottom-feeders.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Dec 2009 12:30:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hawks 130, Nets 107]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Williams' heave muffles Thunder ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/williams-heave-muffles-thunder.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Dec 2009 12:30:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Times wires]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-12-14]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-12-14.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Dec 2009 11:02:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard Jeff Teague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Forward/Center Zaz]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-12-14]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-12-14.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Dec 2009 11:02:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Marvin Williams ran into some stomach problems before the game that forced him out of the Hawks' lineup. The result was Mo Williams filling in for him and leading the Hawks in scoring with 22 points on 8-for-13 shooting from the floor. And Evans did thi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-12-14]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-12-14.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Dec 2009 11:02:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even if the Hawks tried to forget their recent past, it would be virtually impossible. But it's hard to deny the startling distance they've traveled from 13-69 (for the season) a few years ago to 17-6 (a little over a month into) this season. Winners of f]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2009-12-14]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/presented-by-2009-12-14.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Dec 2009 03:30:27 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 130, Nets 107]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-130-nets-107.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Dec 2009 01:43:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mike Woodson loves when he can empty the bench and rest his starters for most of the fourth quarter.The New Jersey Nets gave Atlanta's coach the perfect opportunity."Our guys came off the bench, and we extended the lead," Woodson said. "The last three gam]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-12-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-12-13.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Dec 2009 10:40:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard Jeff Teague, Forward Mo Evans, Center Zaza Pachulia, Center Jason Co]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-12-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-12-13.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Dec 2009 10:40:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Including the Toronto game, five of the Hawks' next six games will be against teams under .500: Toronto, New Jersey, Memphis, Chicago and Minnesota. The only interruption is a Dec. 18 game with Utah. "We have an opportunity to get some separation and tr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-12-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-12-13.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Dec 2009 10:40:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Since training camp, the Hawks' second unit has been bragging about having one of the best benches in the NBA. Until now, though, it was just words, a whole lot of Jamal Crawford and random quality efforts from other reserves. Things are changing dramatic]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 80, Mavericks 75 2009-12-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-80-mavericks-75-2009-12-13.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Dec 2009 04:06:57 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nets-Hawks Preview 2009-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nets-hawks-preview-2009-12-12.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Dec 2009 22:07:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Already with one of the best offenses in the NBA, the Atlanta Hawks are starting to play better on the defensive end. That doesn't bode well for the New Jersey Nets.The high-powered Hawks look to get another solid defensive effort and win for the fourth s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks blow away Raptors ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-blow-away-raptors.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Dec 2009 11:30:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Johnson scored 20 points and had five assists as the Atlanta Hawks dominated theTorontoRaptors for the second time this season, 111-89 at Air Canada Centre on Friday night.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Surging Hawks dominate Raptors again in 111-89 rout ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/surging-hawks-dominate-raptors-again-in-111-89-rout.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Dec 2009 11:30:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The last time theTorontoRaptors played Atlanta it wasn't pretty. Last night's game was closer, but the result was the same.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Timid Raptors lack any fight]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/timid-raptors-lack-any-fight.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Dec 2009 11:30:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When it goes bad, it goes bad in a hurry for theRaptors, who get down and tend to cower, unable or unwilling to fight through even the tiniest bit of adversity most nights.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wizards Plus  2009-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/wizards-plus-2009-12-12.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Dec 2009 11:30:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TODAY'S GAME]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-12-12.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Dec 2009 09:40:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard Jeff Teague, Forward Mo Evans, Center Zaza Pachulia, Center Jason Co]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-12-12.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Dec 2009 09:40:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Including the Toronto game, five of the Hawks' next six games will be against teams under .500: Toronto, New Jersey, Memphis, Chicago and Minnesota. The only interruption is a Dec. 18 game with Utah. "We have an opportunity to get some separation and tr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-12-12.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Dec 2009 09:40:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Since training camp, the Hawks' second unit has been bragging about having one of the best benches in the NBA. Until now, though, it was just words, a whole lot of Jamal Crawford and random quality efforts from other reserves. Things are changing dramatic]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Looking at whom Knicks should keep &#151; or lose]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/looking-at-whom-knicks-should-keep-#151-or-lose.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Dec 2009 06:26:49 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even with a fourth straight win, the Knicks remain focused on the future. Charley Rosen names the keepers &#151; and whom to dump.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 111, Raptors 89]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-111-raptors-89.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Dec 2009 03:50:57 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Raptors went looking for revenge. All they got was a reminder of how good the Atlanta Hawks are.Joe Johnson scored 20 points, Jamal Crawford and Maurice Evans each had 15, and the Hawks handed the Raptors another double-digit loss, beating Toronto 111]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKETS SUMMARY 2009-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-summary-2009-12-12.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Dec 2009 03:30:29 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-12-11]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-12-11.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Dec 2009 10:41:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard Jeff Teague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Forward/Center Zaz]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-12-11]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-12-11.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Dec 2009 10:41:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--G Mike Bibby was 2-for-11 from three-point range in the two games before the Bulls' game, after making 12 of 16 in the three previous games. He was 0-for-5 against Dallas, just his fourth game without a three-pointer this season. (In one of those games,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-12-11]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-12-11.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Dec 2009 10:41:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Marvin Williams is 21 games into this NBA season and he's still trying to find his groove. He's had fantastic offensive games, but more often than not, he's been a shadow. He had 29 points in a win over Houston where he knocked down 13 of his 19 shots fro]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bigger issues for Bulls than their coach ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/bigger-issues-for-bulls-than-their-coach.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Dec 2009 03:30:47 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It?s not something people freely admit.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[How low can it go?]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/how-low-can-it-go.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Dec 2009 03:30:47 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Just when you thought it couldn't get any worse for theBulls, guess what?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hinrich returns, but Bulls proceed to lay another egg ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hinrich-returns-but-bulls-proceed-to-lay-another-egg.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Dec 2009 03:30:46 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Kirk Hinrich came back from missing six games with a sprained left thumb, but the extra player didn?t help theBulls stay competitive against the Atlanta Hawks.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Surprises, letdowns after NBA's first quarter]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/surprises-letdowns-after-nba-s-first-quarter.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Dec 2009 21:57:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Kobe's the MVP. His left-hand man is a letdown. Randy Hill assesses the best and worst around the NBA at the quarter mark.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Raptors Preview 2009-12-10]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-raptors-preview-2009-12-10.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Dec 2009 20:46:37 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[One of the top-scoring teams in the NBA, the Atlanta Hawks are coming off their most lopsided win of the season. The Toronto Raptors are already quite familiar with Atlanta's offensive potential.The Hawks, who had their highest-scoring game in 16 years la]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks keeping tabs on first-place Magic ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-keeping-tabs-on-first-place-magic.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Dec 2009 12:30:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Going into Wednesday night's game, theHawks were 2 1/2 games behind Southeast Division-leading Orlando.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-12-10]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-12-10.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Dec 2009 09:41:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--G Mike Bibby was 2-for-11 from three-point range in the two games before the Bulls' game, after making 12 of 16 in the three previous games. He was 0-for-5 against Dallas, just his fourth game without a three-pointer this season. (In one of those games,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-12-10]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-12-10.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Dec 2009 09:41:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard Jeff Teague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Forward/Center Zaz]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-12-10]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-12-10.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Dec 2009 09:41:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Marvin Williams is 21 games into this NBA season and he's still trying to find his groove. He's had fantastic offensive games, but more often than not, he's been a shadow. He had 29 points in a win over Houston where he knocked down 13 of his 19 shots fro]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 118, Bulls 83]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-118-bulls-83.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Dec 2009 04:07:37 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jamal Crawford and Atlanta's other backups gave the Hawks the lift the Chicago Bulls were missing.Crawford scored a season-high 29 points and the Hawks opened the second half with a 20-4 run and beat the Bulls 118-83 on Wednesday night.The Hawks led by 14]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2009-12-10]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/presented-by-2009-12-10.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Dec 2009 04:07:37 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hinrich hopes to play tonight against Hawks ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hinrich-hopes-to-play-tonight-against-hawks.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Dec 2009 03:30:44 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TheBulls finally got a bit of good news on the injury front Tuesday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bulls-Hawks Preview 2009-12-09]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/bulls-hawks-preview-2009-12-09.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Dec 2009 06:14:56 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks are trying to win consecutive games for the first time in almost three weeks. Facing the struggling Chicago Bulls could help them achieve that.The Hawks look for a fifth straight victory over the reeling Bulls on Wednesday night at Phili]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Raps return to T.O. with new attitude ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/raps-return-to-t-o-with-new-attitude.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Dec 2009 03:30:50 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Less than a week after holding a closed-door meeting, theTorontoRaptors return home a changed team - both on and off the court.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Quick Hits ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/quick-hits.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Dec 2009 03:30:49 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[PAR FOR THE COURSE]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-12-08]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-12-08.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Dec 2009 09:40:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard Jeff Teague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Forward/center Zaz]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-12-08]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-12-08.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Dec 2009 09:40:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Defense is what got the Hawks through against the Mavericks. Atlanta managed to hold the usually high-powered Mavericks to just 35 points in the second half. "We really felt like that was the turning point for us," Hawks coach Mike Woodson. "Our defense]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-12-08]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-12-08.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Dec 2009 09:40:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If the Hawks' intention is to prove critics that they belong and that they've grown from where they might have been a year ago, then consider the mission accomplished. The Hawks have already collected six road wins this season, nearly half their season to]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-12-07]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-12-07.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Dec 2009 12:41:33 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard Jeff Teague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Forward/center Zaz]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-12-07]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-12-07.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Dec 2009 12:41:32 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Defense is what got the Hawks through against the Mavericks. Atlanta managed to hold the usually high-powered Mavericks to just 35 points in the second half. "We really felt like that was the turning point for us," Hawks coach Mike Woodson. "Our defense]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-12-07]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-12-07.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Dec 2009 12:41:32 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If the Hawks' intention is to prove critics that they belong and that they've grown from where they might have been a year ago, then consider the mission accomplished. The Hawks have already collected six road wins this season, nearly half their season to]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wizards Plus  2009-12-07]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/wizards-plus-2009-12-07.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Dec 2009 12:30:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[SEEN AND HEARD AT THE PALACE OF AUBURN HILLS]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rookie Teague makes progress ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rookie-teague-makes-progress.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Dec 2009 03:30:33 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jeff Teague's play against Toronto was hardly the decisive factor in theHawks' blowout win Wednesday. But the rookie guard's play was noteworthy.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Smith learns lesson from ejection ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/smith-learns-lesson-from-ejection.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Dec 2009 03:30:33 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DALLAS ---Hawks forward Josh Smith celebrated his 24th birthday Friday, and, fittingly, he apparently has acquired a little bit of wisdom.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Defense plays inspired ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/defense-plays-inspired.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Dec 2009 03:30:32 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DALLAS --- Apparently, road games against the league's elite are more theHawks' style.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-12-06]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-12-06.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 06 Dec 2009 09:40:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard Jeff Teague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Forward/center Zaz]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-12-06]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-12-06.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 06 Dec 2009 09:40:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Defense is what got the Hawks through against the Mavericks. Atlanta managed to hold the usually high-powered Mavericks to just 35 points in the second half. "We really felt like that was the turning point for us," Hawks coach Mike Woodson. "Our defense]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-12-06]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-12-06.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 06 Dec 2009 09:40:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If the Hawks' intention is to prove critics that they belong and that they've grown from where they might have been a year ago, then consider the mission accomplished. The Hawks have already collected six road wins this season, nearly half their season to]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 80, Mavericks 75]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-80-mavericks-75.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 06 Dec 2009 05:56:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks recovered from one of their worst defensive efforts of the season with one of their best.Joe Johnson scored 31 points and the Hawks limited the Mavericks to 19 percent from the floor in the fourth quarter as Atlanta ended a streak of fiv]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-12-05.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Dec 2009 11:40:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard Jeff Teague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Forward/Center Zaz]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-12-05.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Dec 2009 11:40:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks stormed back from an early double-digit deficit in the third quarter and actually took the lead briefly. But they couldn't maintain the effort in the fourth quarter. While they struggled to make shots, they couldn't contain the Knicks on the d]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-12-05.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Dec 2009 11:40:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[One thing the Hawks have been able to bank on this season is continuity. With eight of their top nine players returning from last season, they knew exactly what they would have in the rotation when the season started. They found out Friday night what it w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks' offense, defense absent]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-offense-defense-absent.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Dec 2009 11:30:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Whatever theHawks caught Wednesday night, it apparently wasn't contagious.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Knicks' Douglas enjoys homecoming ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/knicks-douglas-enjoys-homecoming.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Dec 2009 11:30:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[New York rookie guard Toney Douglas returned home Friday. He was rather glad to be back on familiar ground.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Mavericks Preview 2009-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-mavericks-preview-2009-12-05.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Dec 2009 06:02:34 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks and Dallas Mavericks are both off to fine starts a quarter of the way through the season, but they'll each have something significant to prove Saturday night.Both the Hawks and Mavericks look to bounce back from embarrassing losses when ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Smith's ejection opens door for Knicks]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/smith-s-ejection-opens-door-for-knicks.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Dec 2009 04:58:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Josh Smith was in the locker room when the Atlanta Hawks were trying to find a way to stop the New York Knicks' cuts to the basket.Smith, ejected in the second quarter, proved to be a crucial missing piece.Al Harrington scored 27 points, Chris Duhon had 2]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks' Josh Smith ejected against Knicks]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-josh-smith-ejected-against-knicks.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Dec 2009 02:01:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Josh Smith was ejected from the Atlanta Hawks' game against the New York Knicks on Thursday night.Smith, the NBA leader in blocked shots, drew a technical foul after scoring against New York's Al Harrington. Smith apparently complained to referee Bob Dela]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Back-to-backs a big challenge ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/back-to-backs-a-big-challenge.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Dec 2009 12:30:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In their blowout of Toronto on Wednesday, theHawks smelled blood.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-12-04]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-12-04.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Dec 2009 11:00:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard Jeff Teague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Forward/Center Zaz]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-12-04]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-12-04.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Dec 2009 11:00:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks shared the ball in a way they hadn't since their seven-game winning streak ended against Orlando on Thanksgiving. They finished with a season-best 37 assists on their 52 baskets. G Joe Johnson led with a season-high 11 assists. The Hawks moved]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-12-04]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-12-04.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Dec 2009 11:00:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Wow. It's amazing what a couple of days of intense, physical practices can do for a team trying to relocate its swagger -- 146 points worth of swagger. The Hawks found theirs just in time to shake off the ill feelings associated with a Sunday loss to a st]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Knicks-Hawks Preview 2009-12-04]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/knicks-hawks-preview-2009-12-04.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Dec 2009 00:09:50 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A meeting with one of the NBA's worst defensive teams produced the Atlanta Hawks' best offensive performance in 16 years. Hosting the lowly New York Knicks could lead to another real good one.The Hawks look to continue shaking off a sluggish stretch Frida]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hot Mavs send Nets to 0-18 ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hot-mavs-send-nets-to-0-18.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Dec 2009 12:30:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Times wires]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2009-12-03]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/presented-by-2009-12-03.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Dec 2009 12:30:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[9 players hit double-figures in rout ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/9-players-hit-double-figures-in-rout.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Dec 2009 12:30:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Every 1,338 games, something like this is bound to happen.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wizards Plus  2009-12-03]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/wizards-plus-2009-12-03.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Dec 2009 12:30:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[SEEN AND HEARD AT VERIZON CENTER]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-12-03]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-12-03.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Dec 2009 10:20:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard Jeff Teague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Forward/Center Zaz]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-12-03]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-12-03.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Dec 2009 10:20:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks shared the ball in a way they hadn't since their seven-game winning streak ended against Orlando on Thanksgiving. They finished with a season-best 37 assists on their 52 baskets. G Joe Johnson led with a season-high 11 assists. The Hawks moved]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-12-03]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-12-03.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Dec 2009 10:20:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Wow. It's amazing what a couple of days of intense, physical practices can do for a team trying to relocate its swagger -- 146 points worth of swagger. The Hawks found theirs just in time to shake off the ill feelings associated with a Sunday loss to a st]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks tear through defenseless Raptors]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-tear-through-defenseless-raptors.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Dec 2009 05:18:00 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For a change, the Toronto Raptors couldn't lean on Chris Bosh and the Atlanta Hawks didn't have to lean on Joe Johnson.The Hawks came out far better in that comparison of two of the NBA's top 11 scorers.Al Horford had 24 points to lead nine scorers in dou]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Hawk shot at nightclub ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/ex-hawk-shot-at-nightclub.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Dec 2009 12:30:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A security guard who was shot several times inside a crowded DeKalb County nightclub early Sunday is formerHawks forward Mike Williams.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks focused on December]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-focused-on-december.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Dec 2009 12:30:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A new month starts Wednesday night for theHawks and with it, a renewed sense of purpose.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wizards Plus  2009-12-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/wizards-plus-2009-12-02.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Dec 2009 12:30:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[SEEN AND HEARD AT AIR CANADA CENTRE]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-12-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-12-02.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Dec 2009 09:00:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard Jeff Teague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Forward/center Zaz]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-12-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-12-02.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Dec 2009 09:00:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Josh Smith led the Hawks on Sunday with 23 points, seven rebounds and five blocks. But it was not nearly enough to offset the production the Pistons got from their collective. "It was lack of effort," Smith said. "We needed to know their personnel. We h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-12-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-12-02.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Dec 2009 09:00:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In the midst of their recent seven-game win streak, the Hawks talked of habits forming -- good habits. They never talked about the other side of that coin. In the midst of a stretch in which they have lost three of their last four games, they might want t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Raptors-Hawks Preview 2009-12-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/raptors-hawks-preview-2009-12-02.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Dec 2009 06:05:53 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks' stellar start has been derailed by a few recent stumbles, but they'll have a good chance to get back on track as they return home to face a team experiencing bigger problems.The Toronto Raptors will be trying to avoid a fifth straight l]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-12-01]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-12-01.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Dec 2009 08:40:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard Jeff Teague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Forward/center Zaz]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-12-01]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-12-01.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Dec 2009 08:40:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Josh Smith led the Hawks on Sunday with 23 points, seven rebounds and five blocks. But it was not nearly enough to offset the production the Pistons got from their collective. "It was lack of effort," Smith said. "We needed to know their personnel. We h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-12-01]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-12-01.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Dec 2009 08:40:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In the midst of their recent seven-game win streak, the Hawks talked of habits forming -- good habits. They never talked about the other side of that coin. In the midst of a stretch in which they have lost three of their last four games, they might want t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[String music *** Thornton starting to find a groove with Hornets ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/string-music-thornton-starting-to-find-a-groove-with-hornets.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Dec 2009 03:30:44 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[NEW ORLEANS - The New Orleans Arena is starting to sound a lot like Tiger Stadium.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-11-30]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/2009-11-30.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Nov 2009 16:30:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Eastern Conference]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-11-30]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-11-30.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Nov 2009 09:00:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard Jeff Teague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Forward/center Zaz]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-11-30]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-11-30.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Nov 2009 09:00:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Josh Smith led the Hawks on Sunday with 23 points, seven rebounds and five blocks. But it was not nearly enough to offset the production the Pistons got from their collective. "It was lack of effort," Smith said. "We needed to know their personnel. We h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-11-30]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-11-30.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Nov 2009 09:00:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In the midst of their recent seven-game win streak, the Hawks talked of habits forming -- good habits. They never talked about the other side of that coin. In the midst of a stretch in which they have lost three of their last four games, they might want t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Horford's winning diet]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/horford-s-winning-diet.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Nov 2009 03:30:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The success ofHawks center Al Horford this season has mostly to do with his work ethic and athletic ability.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wizards Plus  2009-11-30]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/wizards-plus-2009-11-30.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Nov 2009 03:30:21 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[SEEN AND HEARD AT VERIZON CENTER]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wallace, Pistons dominate boards to top Hawks]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/wallace-pistons-dominate-boards-to-top-hawks.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Nov 2009 22:40:47 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Detroit Pistons have been one of the league's better offensive-rebounding teams this season.Sunday, they took it to another level.Detroit had 24 offensive rebounds, including 11 from Ben Wallace, as they ended a seven-game losing streak with a 94-88 w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-11-29]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-11-29.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Nov 2009 10:20:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard Jeff Teague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Forward/center Zaz]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-11-29]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-11-29.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Nov 2009 10:20:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks are off to their best start since going 13-2 to begin the 1997-98 season. The Hawks went on to finish 50-32 that year, something not lost on the current core group in A-Town. "I think the most important thing in there is how they finished," Jo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-11-29]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-11-29.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Nov 2009 10:20:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Oakland Raiders owner Al Davis already coined the phrase, so the Hawks can't lay claim to the slogan "Just win, baby." That didn't stop them from adopting the mantra this season. And it's one of the reasons why, through the first 16 games of the season, t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sixers appear ready to bring back Iverson 2009-11-29]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/sixers-appear-ready-to-bring-back-iverson-2009-11-29.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Nov 2009 00:23:54 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Allen Iverson not only may come out of retirement in a matter of days. But he also could very well return to the franchise where all of his glory began.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Pistons Preview 2009-11-28]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-pistons-preview-2009-11-28.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Nov 2009 22:37:42 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A decent rivalry between the Detroit Pistons and the Atlanta Hawks through much of the 1980s and '90s became very one-sided this decade.That is until last season when the Hawks got the better of it, and there's little reason to think that will soon change]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Defense lets Sixers down in loss to Hawks ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/defense-lets-sixers-down-in-loss-to-hawks.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Nov 2009 11:30:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-11-28]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-11-28.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Nov 2009 10:20:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard Jeff Teague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Forward/center Zaz]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-11-28]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-11-28.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Nov 2009 10:20:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks are off to their best start since going 13-2 to begin the 1997-98 season. The Hawks went on to finish 50-32 that year, something not lost on the current core group in A-Town. "I think the most important thing in there is how they finished," Jo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-11-28]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-11-28.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Nov 2009 10:20:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Oakland Raiders owner Al Davis already coined the phrase, so the Hawks can't lay claim to the slogan "Just win, baby." That didn't stop them from adopting the mantra this season. And it's one of the reasons why, through the first 16 games of the season, t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sixers appear ready to bring back Iverson]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/sixers-appear-ready-to-bring-back-iverson.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Nov 2009 09:51:51 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Allen Iverson not only may come out of retirement in a matter of days. But he also could very well return to the franchise where all of his glory began.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Feeling fresh, Bibby sparks Hawks over Sixers]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/feeling-fresh-bibby-sparks-hawks-over-sixers.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Nov 2009 04:53:21 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mike Bibby had a good feeling in warm-ups.Even playing games on back-to-back nights, the 12-year veteran point guard said he was ready to play from the opening tip.Jamal Crawford scored 11 of his 24 points in the fourth quarter, Bibby added 21 and the Atl]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Howard, Magic derail Hawks ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/howard-magic-derail-hawks.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Nov 2009 12:30:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Times wires]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bibby plays on sprained ankle ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/bibby-plays-on-sprained-ankle.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Nov 2009 12:30:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After four days of uncertainty,Hawks guard Mike Bibby started against the Magic, even with a sprained left ankle.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-11-27]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-11-27.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Nov 2009 10:20:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard Jeff Teague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Forward/center Zaz]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-11-27]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-11-27.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Nov 2009 10:20:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Hawks coach Mike Woodson didn't have a convenient explanation for his team's feeble 25-point second-half scoring effort Thursday. After all, what do you say when your team makes just 11 of 43 field goals in two quarters of play? "We just couldn't make s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-11-27]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-11-27.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Nov 2009 10:20:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks got the test they were looking for in their meeting with the defending Eastern Conference champion Orlando Magic on Thanksgiving night. And they failed miserably, losing by 17 points on their home floor in front a national-television audience. B]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Howard notches double-double, Magic top Hawks]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/howard-notches-double-double-magic-top-hawks.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Nov 2009 09:46:47 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Dwight Howard had 22 points and 17 rebounds, Vince Carter added 21 points and the Orlando Magic beat the Atlanta Hawks 93-76 on Thursday night.The Hawks, attempting to tie Phoenix for the NBA's best record, dropped to 11-4. They missed a chance to improve]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-76ers Preview 2009-11-27]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-76ers-preview-2009-11-27.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Nov 2009 05:37:47 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Four straight losses and a critical injury to their emerging point guard have left the Philadelphia 76ers searching for ways to overcome some serious setbacks.The Atlanta Hawks, meanwhile, are getting their first taste of adversity.The Hawks try to bounce]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Magic 93, Hawks 76]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/magic-93-hawks-76.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Nov 2009 05:04:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Dwight Howard and the Orlando Magic made sure the Atlanta Hawks don't have illusions about their strong start.All it took was Magic coach Stan Van Gundy challenging Howard to play smarter and harder."I came out in the second half and just trusted my teamm]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bibby's status still uncertain ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/bibby-s-status-still-uncertain.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Nov 2009 12:30:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The decision on whetherHawks guard Mike Bibby will play against Orlando today will be decided this morning.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-11-26]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-11-26.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Nov 2009 10:00:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard Jeff Teague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Forward/center Zaz]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-11-26]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-11-26.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Nov 2009 10:00:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Al Horford snuck onto the TNT set Thursday for the second consecutive season. "I've been interested in production, just being behind the scenes," Horford said. "But people keep telling me I have a chance to be on camera and do some stuff like that." --W]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-11-26]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-11-26.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Nov 2009 10:00:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Weeks of positive energy for the Hawks turned sour five minutes into Saturday's loss to the New Orleans Hornets. Sure, the seven-game winning streak is over. But they knew they weren't going to win them all. The real blow was point guard Mike Bibby going ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Magic-Hawks Preview 2009-11-26]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/magic-hawks-preview-2009-11-26.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Nov 2009 06:41:36 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orlando Magic won the Southeast Division by 12 games last season, never really needing to worry about their lead after the beginning of January.The Atlanta Hawks think they'll stick around much longer this time.The Hawks have the best record in the Ea]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKETS SUMMARY  2009-11-26]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-summary-2009-11-26.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Nov 2009 03:30:46 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TONIGHT:DALLASMavericks at Rockets]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-11-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-11-25.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Nov 2009 09:20:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard Jeff Teague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Forward/center Zaz]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-11-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-11-25.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Nov 2009 09:20:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Al Horford snuck onto the TNT set Thursday for the second consecutive season. "I've been interested in production, just being behind the scenes," Horford said. "But people keep telling me I have a chance to be on camera and do some stuff like that." --W]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-11-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-11-25.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Nov 2009 09:20:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Weeks of positive energy for the Hawks turned sour five minutes into Saturday's loss to the New Orleans Hornets. Sure, the seven-game winning streak is over. But they knew they weren't going to win them all. The real blow was point guard Mike Bibby going ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jazz players react to RSL title ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/jazz-players-react-to-rsl-title.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Nov 2009 03:30:54 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Not everyone with theJazz tuned in to ESPN on Sunday night and saw Real Salt Lake win the MLS Cup by beating David Beckham, Landon Donovan and the Los Angeles Galaxy. But Ronnie Price did, from beginning to penalty-kick end. "I'm happy for them," theJazz ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKETS SUMMARY  2009-11-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-summary-2009-11-25.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Nov 2009 03:30:53 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[No practice for old man]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teague ready to step in for Bibby ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/teague-ready-to-step-in-for-bibby.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Nov 2009 12:30:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TheHawks were uncertain Monday if guard Mike Bibby will play against Orlando Thursday on his sprained ankle.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-11-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-11-24.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Nov 2009 10:20:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard Jeff Teague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Forward/center Zaz]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-11-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-11-24.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Nov 2009 10:20:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Al Horford snuck onto the TNT set Thursday for the second consecutive season. "I've been interested in production, just being behind the scenes," Horford said. "But people keep telling me I have a chance to be on camera and do some stuff like that." --W]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-11-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-11-24.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Nov 2009 10:20:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Weeks of positive energy for the Hawks turned sour five minutes into Saturday's loss to the New Orleans Hornets. Sure, the seven-game winning streak is over. But they knew they weren't going to win them all. The real blow was point guard Mike Bibby going ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA REPORT Hawks' Johnson no ordinary Joe ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-report-hawks-johnson-no-ordinary-joe.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Nov 2009 03:30:52 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As a youngster, I saw a video about the sneaky sports impostor Barry Bremen, who, among other stunts, once donned a Rockets uniform and shot pregame layups at the 1981 All-Star Game.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reserve judgment: Who has best benches?]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/reserve-judgment-who-has-best-benches.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Nov 2009 19:15:56 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Orlando revamped its starting lineup. but it's the Magic bench that's truly improved. Randy Hill looks at the league's top reserves.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-11-23]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-11-23.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Nov 2009 08:20:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard Jeff Teague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Forward/center Zaz]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-11-23]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-11-23.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Nov 2009 08:20:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Al Horford snuck onto the TNT set Thursday for the second consecutive season. "I've been interested in production, just being behind the scenes," Horford said. "But people keep telling me I have a chance to be on camera and do some stuff like that." --W]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-11-23]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-11-23.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Nov 2009 08:20:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Weeks of positive energy for the Hawks turned sour five minutes into Saturday's loss to the New Orleans Hornets. Sure, the seven-game winning streak is over. But they knew they weren't going to win them all. The real blow was point guard Mike Bibby going ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[TNT giving thanks for a Hawks vs. Magic matchup ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/tnt-giving-thanks-for-a-hawks-vs-magic-matchup.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Nov 2009 03:30:33 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When the NBA and TNT met last spring to discuss the regular-season schedule, one topic of discussion was the Thanksgiving Day game.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wizards Plus  2009-11-23]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/wizards-plus-2009-11-23.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Nov 2009 03:30:30 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[SEEN AND HEARD AT AT&T CENTER]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-11-22]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-11-22.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Nov 2009 09:20:38 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard Jeff Teague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Forward/center Zaz]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-11-22]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-11-22.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Nov 2009 09:20:36 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Al Horford snuck onto the TNT set Thursday for the second consecutive season. "I've been interested in production, just being behind the scenes," Horford said. "But people keep telling me I have a chance to be on camera and do some stuff like that." --W]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-11-22]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-11-22.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Nov 2009 09:20:33 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Weeks of positive energy for the Hawks turned sour five minutes into Saturday's loss to the New Orleans Hornets. Sure, the seven-game winning streak is over. But they knew they weren't going to win them all. The real blow was point guard Mike Bibby going ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hornets stun Hawks to snap 7-game win streak]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hornets-stun-hawks-to-snap-7-game-win-streak.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Nov 2009 05:15:39 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hornets' two rookies left the New Orleans Arena with bright-colored, glittery suitcases specially selected for them by veterans, Darren Collison's with a "Little Mermaid" theme and Marcus Thornton's emblazoned with Tinkerbell's smiling visage."It keep]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks' Bibby sprains left ankle]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-bibby-sprains-left-ankle.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Nov 2009 03:07:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Atlanta starting guard Mike Bibby sprained his left ankle in the first quarter of the Hawks' game in New Orleans on Saturday night.Bibby appeared to roll the ankle while coming down from a jump shot about five minutes into the game. Team officials said he]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2009-11-22]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/presented-by-2009-11-22.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Nov 2009 03:07:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Smith putback boosts Hawks]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/smith-putback-boosts-hawks.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Nov 2009 11:30:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In the Houston Rockets, theHawks found an opponent as willing to grind as they have been.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-11-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-11-21.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Nov 2009 10:00:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard Jeff Teague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Forward/center Zaz]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-11-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-11-21.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Nov 2009 10:00:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks led by 10 late but couldn't hold off a game Houston team that was playing without its two biggest names, injured All-Stars Yao Ming and Tracy McGrady. "Well, we didn't get stops when we needed to," Jamal Crawford said. "They're a scrappy team ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-11-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-11-21.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Nov 2009 10:00:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Actions speak louder than words every time. So when Hawks coach Mike Woodson talks about his deeper rotation and how the Hawks have more movable parts now than they have had at any time during his tenure, he means it. But don't take his word for it. Just ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Hornets Preview 2009-11-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-hornets-preview-2009-11-21.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Nov 2009 04:27:48 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[One week ago, the surging Atlanta Hawks easily beat a New Orleans Hornets club struggling to find its footing under new head coach Jeff Bower.Neither team has lost since.Seeking their longest winning streak in 12 years, the Hawks visit New Orleans on Satu]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Smith's last-second tip lifts 11-2 Hawks]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/smith-s-last-second-tip-lifts-11-2-hawks.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Nov 2009 04:24:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Josh Smith spent most of the fourth quarter cheering on his teammates from the bench.He was on the court, though, for the biggest play of the game.After sitting for all but 44 seconds of the final period because of foul trouble, Smith soared through the l]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKETS SUMMARY  2009-11-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-summary-2009-11-21.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Nov 2009 03:30:45 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TONIGHT:Rockets at ATLANTA Hawks]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Under-the-radar additions providing major value]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/under-the-radar-additions-providing-major-value.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:25:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[They weren't the splashiest offseason acquisitions, but these players are making big impacts for their new teams, Randy Hill says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-11-20]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-11-20.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 09:40:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard Jeff Teague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Forward/center Zaz]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-11-20]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-11-20.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 09:40:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks continue to do a number on Heat star Dwyane Wade, who struggled against the Hawks' collapsing defense in the paint. Wade faced similar frustrations against the Hawks last season, both during the regular season and in their first-round playoff ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-11-20]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-11-20.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 09:40:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Anyone wondering if the Hawks are for real should have their answer by now. The season is 12 games old and the surprising Hawks are still sitting atop the league standings, tied with Phoenix at 10-2. All that talk of a Big Three in the Eastern Conference ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockets-Hawks Preview 2009-11-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-hawks-preview-2009-11-19.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:33:38 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[An afterthought in the Eastern Conference's three-team race during 2008-09, the Atlanta Hawks seemed like they'd be in a similar position this season.Right now, though, everyone's chasing them.The Hawks have barely been tested during a six-game winning st]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metamorphosis, the Hawks' way ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/metamorphosis-the-hawks-way.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:30:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TheHawks won their 10th game of the nascent season Wednesday night. In 2004-05, this franchise managed 13 victories over 82 games. A team once so far down it had to improve to get lousy is now, with the same coach and same power forward, tied with Phoenix]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woodson: Let's stay in first place ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/woodson-let-s-stay-in-first-place.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:30:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With a 10-2 start, theHawks sit atop the Southeast Division and Eastern Conference. While his team was widely predicted to finish no better than second in the division behind Orlando,Hawks coach Mike Woodson has put the bug in his players' ears that first]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Torrid team can handle the Heat]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/torrid-team-can-handle-the-heat.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:30:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[At some point, theHawks will cool off.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-11-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-11-19.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2009 09:40:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard Jeff Teague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Forward/center Zaz]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-11-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-11-19.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2009 09:40:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks continue to do a number on Heat star Dwyane Wade, who struggled against the Hawks' collapsing defense in the paint. Wade faced similar frustrations against the Hawks last season, both during the regular season and in their first-round playoff ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-11-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-11-19.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2009 09:40:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Anyone wondering if the Hawks are for real should have their answer by now. The season is 12 games old and the surprising Hawks are still sitting atop the league standings, tied with Phoenix at 10-2. All that talk of a Big Three in the Eastern Conference ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hot Hawks win sixth straight, improve to 10-2]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hot-hawks-win-sixth-straight-improve-to-10-2.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2009 05:45:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When Joe Johnson is scoring and Josh Smith is doing a little bit of everything, the Atlanta Hawks are awfully hard to beat.The Miami Heat got a sampling of that 1-2 punch Wednesday night.Johnson made it two straight 30-point games, Smith dominated during ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Big guys cherish doing dirty work]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/big-guys-cherish-doing-dirty-work.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Nov 2009 12:30:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rebounds don't make great highlights.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-11-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-11-18.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:00:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard Jeff Teague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Forward/center Zaz]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-11-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-11-18.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:00:21 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Portland All-Star shooting guard Brandon Roy saw a little more of his Hawks counterpart Monday night. Joe Johnson switched on to Roy late in the game, and they went one-on-one for basically all of the fourth quarter of the Hawks' win. "Joe Johnson is a ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-11-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-11-18.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:00:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Eleven games into this NBA season and already the Hawks are changing course. They're no longer content with just securing the fourth playoff spot again and making sure they can boast of having home-court advantage during the postseason. They want more. "I]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heat-Hawks Preview 2009-11-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/heat-hawks-preview-2009-11-18.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:25:47 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks credit their fast start this season to the confidence they gained in the playoffs the last two years.The Hawks take on one of the teams that provided them some confidence when they host the Miami Heat on Wednesday.Atlanta (9-2) advanced ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Johnson delivers Hawks to top spot]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/johnson-delivers-hawks-to-top-spot.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:30:31 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[They played for three quarters like the same oldHawks. The 2004 model.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-11-17]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-11-17.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2009 09:00:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard Jeff Teague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Forward/center Zaz]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-11-17]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-11-17.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2009 09:00:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Portland All-Star shooting guard Brandon Roy saw a little more of his Hawks counterpart Monday night. Joe Johnson switched on to Roy late in the game, and they went one-on-one for basically all of the fourth quarter of the Hawks' win. "Joe Johnson is a ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-11-17]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-11-17.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2009 09:00:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Eleven games into this NBA season and already the Hawks are changing course. They're no longer content with just securing the fourth playoff spot again and making sure they can boast of having home-court advantage during the postseason. They want more. "I]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Johnson, Hawks stay hot, rally past Blazers]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/johnson-hawks-stay-hot-rally-past-blazers.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2009 05:55:21 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Johnson scored eight of his 35 points in overtime and the Atlanta Hawks solved Portland's defense in time to beat the Trail Blazers 99-95 on Monday night.The Hawks, who won at Portland on Nov. 3, swept the season series for the first time since the 19]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 99, Trail Blazers 95, OT]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-99-trail-blazers-95-ot.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2009 04:56:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Johnson and the Atlanta Hawks feel they can beat anyone right now, even the NBA's top teams.Johnson scored eight of his 35 points in overtime and the Hawks solved Portland's defense in time to beat the Trail Blazers 99-95 on Monday night.The Hawks, wh]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2009-11-17]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/presented-by-2009-11-17.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2009 04:56:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[C's reserves draw praise ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/c-s-reserves-draw-praise.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2009 03:30:39 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks coach Mike Woodson is happy to see that Shelden Williams has found a home in Boston.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Too many second efforts]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/too-many-second-efforts.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2009 03:30:39 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Giving second chances is sometimes a good idea in the legal system, but never in Basketball.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jennings' rise among NBA's early surprises]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/jennings-rise-among-nba-s-early-surprises.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Nov 2009 23:01:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even vs. the Warriors, nobody expected Brandon Jennings to drop 55. Randy Hill runs down all the early-season surprises.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks roll into next big test ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-roll-into-next-big-test.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Nov 2009 12:30:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A year after recording their first winning season since 1998-99, theHawks entered the season bent on improvement.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-11-16]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-11-16.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Nov 2009 09:00:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard Jeff Teague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Forward/center Zaz]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-11-16]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-11-16.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Nov 2009 09:00:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--For anyone who missed the memo about Josh Smith elevating his game to new heights this season, he's got copies. And he's handing them out nightly, namely every time he takes the floor. Smith dominated the action against the Hornets, finishing with 17 po]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-11-16]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-11-16.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Nov 2009 09:00:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mike Woodson has never been one to shelve his thoughts. If it's on his mind, he'll usually share it. So when the Hawks coach talks about his team having something to prove to everyone -- themselves and the rest of the NBA included -- he probably means it.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks' defense looks to improve ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-defense-looks-to-improve.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Nov 2009 03:30:28 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hawks coach Mike Woodson pulled the right strings this week.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Win streak up to four games]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/win-streak-up-to-four-games.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Nov 2009 03:30:28 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The final score cast the matchup about right.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA NOTES]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-notes.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Nov 2009 03:30:25 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Everyone seems to know someone who is unemployed right now. In the NBA, the degree of separation is five times closer.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trail Blazers-Hawks Preview 2009-11-15]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/trail-blazers-hawks-preview-2009-11-15.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Nov 2009 22:46:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks have yet to be challenged at home, winning their first four games inside Philips Arena by an average of 17.5 points while cruising to an early lead in the Southeast Division.The Portland Trail Blazers, though, have been nearly as flawles]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-11-15]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-11-15.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Nov 2009 09:20:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard Jeff Teague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Forward/center Zaz]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-11-15]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-11-15.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Nov 2009 09:20:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--For anyone who missed the memo about Josh Smith elevating his game to new heights this season, he's got copies. And he's handing them out nightly, namely every time he takes the floor. Smith dominated the action against the Hornets, finishing with 17 po]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-11-15]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-11-15.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Nov 2009 09:20:02 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mike Woodson has never been one to shelve his thoughts. If it's on his mind, he'll usually share it. So when the Hawks coach talks about his team having something to prove to everyone -- themselves and the rest of the NBA included -- he probably means it.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks keep Hornets winless under new coach]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-keep-hornets-winless-under-new-coach.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Nov 2009 05:30:42 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Johnson scored 26 points, Jamal Crawford added 21, and the Atlanta Hawks beat the New Orleans Hornets 121-98 on Saturday night for their fourth straight victory.The Hornets were without Chris Paul, who stayed home after spraining his ankle from the ni]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2009-11-15]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/presented-by-2009-11-15.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Nov 2009 05:30:42 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 121, Hornets 98]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-121-hornets-98.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Nov 2009 04:20:42 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Nine NBA seasons have taught Jamal Crawford the value of not humiliating an opponent."We didn't want to embarrass anybody with a new coach and without their best player," Crawford said. "They're going through a lot right now."Joe Johnson scored 26 points,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rival Horford begs to differ ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rival-horford-begs-to-differ.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Nov 2009 03:30:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After Thursday's practice, Kevin Garnett was asked if he considers Atlanta a rival. TheCeltics forward responded, ``Not at all.'']]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[C's, Hawks take flight]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/c-s-hawks-take-flight.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Nov 2009 03:30:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The measuring stick is back.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[CELTICS BEAT]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/celtics-beat.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Nov 2009 03:30:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TheCeltics could look at their first loss of the season as an aberration of sorts. The Suns were a good team catching the bedraggled Bostonians near the end of a brutal opening stretch of eight games in 12 fun-filled nights.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rival begs to differ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rival-begs-to-differ.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Nov 2009 03:30:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After Thursday's practice, Kevin Garnett was asked if he considers Atlanta a rival. TheCeltics 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 on their hands w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[This road win a long time coming ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/this-road-win-a-long-time-coming.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2009 11:30:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[BOSTON --- A year and a half later, theHawks got their win in Boston.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wizards Plus  2009-11-14]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/wizards-plus-2009-11-14.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2009 11:30:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TODAY'S GAME]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-11-14]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-11-14.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2009 10:00:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard Jeff Teague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Forward/Center Zaz]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-11-14]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-11-14.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2009 10:00:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Seeing Joe Johnson, Josh Smith, Mike Bibby and Al Horford on the NBA All-Star ballot earlier this was no big deal. Seeing Jamal Crawford's name on the list, however, stunned at least one person. Crawford said that was the last thing on his mind when he ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-11-14]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-11-14.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2009 10:00:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Knicks were just the appetizer for the Hawks. The main course of their current two-game road trip comes Friday night in Boston, where the Hawks will get yet another shot at their playoff nemesis from two years ago. "Every time you turn around it seems]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hornets-Hawks Preview 2009-11-14]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hornets-hawks-preview-2009-11-14.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2009 06:46:34 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[New Orleans fired coach Byron Scott on Thursday, hoping a new voice could help motivate the team to live up to its potential. The Hornets will have a much harder time doing so if Chris Paul is out for an extended amount of time.With their All-Star point g]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks find way to get road win over Celtics]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-find-way-to-get-road-win-over-celtics.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2009 05:33:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The youthful Atlanta Hawks are starting to grow up.Joe Johnson scored 24 points, Jamal Crawford had 18 and the Hawks pulled away in the fourth quarter for a 97-86 win over the Boston Celtics on Friday night."We needed to beat a good team on the road for o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Smith learns with experience]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/smith-learns-with-experience.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Nov 2009 12:30:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The numbers suggest it.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bob Cooney: Brand an early concern for Sixers ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/bob-cooney-brand-an-early-concern-for-sixers.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Nov 2009 12:30:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-11-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-11-13.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Nov 2009 09:01:58 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard Jeff Teague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Forward/Center Zaz]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-11-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-11-13.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Nov 2009 09:01:57 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Seeing Joe Johnson, Josh Smith, Mike Bibby and Al Horford on the NBA All-Star ballot earlier this was no big deal. Seeing Jamal Crawford's name on the list, however, stunned at least one person. Crawford said that was the last thing on his mind when he ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-11-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-11-13.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Nov 2009 09:01:56 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Knicks were just the appetizer for the Hawks. The main course of their current two-game road trip comes Friday night in Boston, where the Hawks will get yet another shot at their playoff nemesis from two years ago. "Every time you turn around it seems]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[HAWKS' JOHNSON WOULD FIT GARDEN ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-johnson-would-fit-garden.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Nov 2009 03:30:52 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[I KNOWKnicks GM Donnie Walsh hates all the talk about the summer of 2010 and coach Mike D'Antoni has his hands full just trying to win a game these days, but the rest of us are left to deal with the reality that thisKnicks season is all about next season ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Celtics Preview 2009-11-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-celtics-preview-2009-11-13.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:22:41 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Another strong start bodes well for the Atlanta Hawks' continued rise, but there's one feat they've yet to achieve that would help them further assert themselves as an Eastern Conference power.The Hawks will get another chance at their first win in Boston]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-11-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-11-12.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Nov 2009 12:40:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard Jeff Teague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Forward/Center Zaz]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-11-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-11-12.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Nov 2009 12:40:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Seeing Joe Johnson, Josh Smith, Mike Bibby and Al Horford on the NBA All-Star ballot earlier this was no big deal. Seeing Jamal Crawford's name on the list, however, stunned at least one person. Crawford said that was the last thing on his mind when he ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-11-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-11-12.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Nov 2009 12:40:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Knicks were just the appetizer for the Hawks. The main course of their current two-game road trip comes Friday night in Boston, where the Hawks will get yet another shot at their playoff nemesis from two years ago. "Every time you turn around it seems]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Horford's season high lifts Hawks over Knicks]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/horford-s-season-high-lifts-hawks-over-knicks.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Nov 2009 06:39:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The New York Knicks tried playing from ahead for a change.No matter. The deeper, more athletic Atlanta Hawks simply overwhelmed them in the second half.Al Horford scored a season-high 25 points and grabbed nine rebounds, Josh Smith added 22 points and 12 ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wizards Plus  2009-11-11]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/wizards-plus-2009-11-11.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:30:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[SEEN AND HEARD AT AMERICANAIRLINES ARENA]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-11-11]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-11-11.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Nov 2009 10:41:35 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks' 125 points and 30 assists Saturday against Denver both were season highs. --The closest Denver got in the second half was 12 points early in the fourth quarter. The Hawks scored the first 10 points of the third quarter to take a 20-point lead]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-11-11]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-11-11.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Nov 2009 10:41:35 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard Jeff Teague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Center Zaza Pachul]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-11-11]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-11-11.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Nov 2009 10:41:34 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks have established themselves as one of the elite teams in the Eastern Conference, and one trait of elite teams is to bounce back from a loss. Consider Saturday's victory over Denver a big bounce. After losing to lowly Charlotte by 20 points Frida]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hispanic market in range for NBA]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hispanic-market-in-range-for-nba.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Nov 2009 09:30:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Al Horford fell in love with theNBA 15 years ago. He just wasn't sure the game loved him back.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Knicks Preview 2009-11-10]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-knicks-preview-2009-11-10.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Nov 2009 20:28:28 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jamal Crawford was primarily a starter in his four-plus years with the New York Knicks, but like every other season of his NBA career, those didn't end with a trip to the playoffs.He'd like to think his first season with the Atlanta Hawks - and his role a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-11-10]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-11-10.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Nov 2009 09:20:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard Jeff Teague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Center Zaza Pachul]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-11-10]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-11-10.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Nov 2009 09:20:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks' 125 points and 30 assists Saturday against Denver both were season highs. --The closest Denver got in the second half was 12 points early in the fourth quarter. The Hawks scored the first 10 points of the third quarter to take a 20-point lead]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-11-10]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-11-10.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Nov 2009 09:20:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks have established themselves as one of the elite teams in the Eastern Conference, and one trait of elite teams is to bounce back from a loss. Consider Saturday's victory over Denver a big bounce. After losing to lowly Charlotte by 20 points Frida]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[First losing streak hits Carmelo Anthony scores 30 points in Denver's final game without J.R. Smith. HAWKS 125, NUGGETS 100 ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/first-losing-streak-hits-carmelo-anthony-scores-30-points-in-denver-s-final-game-without-j-r-smith-hawks-125-nuggets-100.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Nov 2009 03:31:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ATLANTA - Once a virile NBA center, veteran Jason Collins now has a body suited for a warm-up suit. The Atlanta reserve is listed at 7-feet, 265 pounds, but the guy looks as big as Savannah. Only on rare occasions does he squeeze out of that suit and trea]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[KING & A PRAYER - LEBRON WILL HAVE BETTER OPTIONS THAN KNICKS ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/king-a-prayer-lebron-will-have-better-options-than-knicks.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Nov 2009 03:31:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[BIG ups to the Cavaliers, who came into New York and rode roughshod over it . . . you know, like Bloomberg.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-11-09]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-11-09.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:21:56 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard Jeff Teague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Center Zaza Pachul]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-11-09]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-11-09.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:21:55 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks' 125 points and 30 assists Saturday against Denver both were season highs. --The closest Denver got in the second half was 12 points early in the fourth quarter. The Hawks scored the first 10 points of the third quarter to take a 20-point lead]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-11-09]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-11-09.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:21:55 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks have established themselves as one of the elite teams in the Eastern Conference, and one trait of elite teams is to bounce back from a loss. Consider Saturday's victory over Denver a big bounce. After losing to lowly Charlotte by 20 points Frida]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks bounce back, scald West powerhouse ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-bounce-back-scald-west-powerhouse.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Nov 2009 03:30:34 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The needle that hovered on empty Friday night indicated a full tank 24 hours later.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wizards Plus  2009-11-09]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/wizards-plus-2009-11-09.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Nov 2009 03:30:28 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TODAY'S GAME]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-11-08]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-11-08.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Nov 2009 11:40:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard Jeff Teague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Center Zaza Pachul]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-11-08]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-11-08.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Nov 2009 11:40:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks' 125 points and 30 assists Saturday against Denver both were season highs. --The closest Denver got in the second half was 12 points early in the fourth quarter. The Hawks scored the first 10 points of the third quarter to take a 20-point lead]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-11-08]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-11-08.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Nov 2009 11:40:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks have established themselves as one of the elite teams in the Eastern Conference, and one trait of elite teams is to bounce back from a loss. Consider Saturday's victory over Denver a big bounce. After losing to lowly Charlotte by 20 points Frida]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks roll past Nuggets behind Crawford, Smith]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-roll-past-nuggets-behind-crawford-smith.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Nov 2009 04:41:46 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Josh Smith had a night to remember, especially after one he and the rest of the Atlanta Hawks would like to forget.Jamal Crawford scored 25 points, and Smith had 22 points, nine rebounds, six blocked shots and seven assists in the Hawks' 125-100 victory o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2009-11-08]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/presented-by-2009-11-08.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Nov 2009 04:41:46 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wizards Plus  2009-11-07]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/wizards-plus-2009-11-07.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Nov 2009 12:30:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[SEEN AND HEARD AT CONSECO FIELDHOUSE]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-11-07]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-11-07.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:00:25 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard Jeff Teague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Center Zaza Pachul]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-11-07]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-11-07.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:00:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--G Jamal Crawford's string of 20-plus-point scoring nights off the bench came to an end at Charlotte. He scored 13 points but made just five of his 14 shots. He was 0-for-4 from three-point range. In his previous two games, he scored 27 against Portland ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-11-07]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-11-07.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:00:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks' four-game road trip ended with a resounding thud Friday night with a 20-point loss to Charlotte, but they still managed to win two games during their daunting cross-country journey. The trip started with a respectable eight-point loss to the de]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nuggets-Hawks Preview 2009-11-07]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nuggets-hawks-preview-2009-11-07.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Nov 2009 05:13:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Denver Nuggets are coming off their longest postseason run in 24 years.The Atlanta Hawks advanced to the second round of the playoffs last season for the first time in a decade.Neither team looked playoff-ready Friday.Denver looks to rebound from its ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bell, Bobcats beat down tired Hawks]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/bell-bobcats-beat-down-tired-hawks.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Nov 2009 04:42:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For a night, the roles were reversed. The low-scoring Bobcats were suddenly efficient on offense, while the high-scoring Hawks turned in a stinker that led star Joe Johnson to question his teammates.Raja Bell shook off his painful left wrist to score 24 p]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks' versatile offense scores]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-versatile-offense-scores.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:30:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[SACRAMENTO, Calif. --- This could become a familiar formula for theHawks this season, this multifaceted offensive attack that keeps other teams guessing where the daggers are coming from next.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wizards Plus  2009-11-06]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/wizards-plus-2009-11-06.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:30:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TODAY'S GAME]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-11-06]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-11-06.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2009 10:40:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard Jeff Teague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Center Zaza Pachul]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-11-06]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-11-06.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2009 10:40:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks are now 2-1 on this road, playing above the .500 mark coach Mike Woodson said his team needed to this season to reach their goals of a 50-win season and a top four seed in the Eastern Conference playoff picture. The Hawks only won 16 games awa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-11-06]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-11-06.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2009 10:40:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[This could become a familiar formula for the Hawks this season, this multi-faceted offensive attack that keeps other teams guessing where the daggers are coming from next. One minute it's captain and All-Star Joe Johnson, the next it's sixth-man Jamal Cra]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[How big names are fitting with elite teams]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/how-big-names-are-fitting-with-elite-teams.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 21:05:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Shaq. Ron. Vince. Sheed. Big names landed on elite teams in the offseason. Randy Hill checks in to see how they're doing.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Bobcats Preview 2009-11-05]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-bobcats-preview-2009-11-05.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 20:30:52 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks are delighted with the scoring they're getting from sixth man Jamal Crawford. The Charlotte Bobcats, meanwhile, would be happy just to get their starting five on track.With Crawford coming off two straight strong performances, the Hawks ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wizards Plus  2009-11-05]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/wizards-plus-2009-11-05.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 12:30:33 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[SEEN AND HEARD AT VERIZON CENTER]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-11-05]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-11-05.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 09:40:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard Jeff Teague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Center Zaza Pachul]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-11-05]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-11-05.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 09:40:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks are now 2-1 on this road, playing above the .500 mark coach Mike Woodson said his team needed to this season to reach their goals of a 50-win season and a top four seed in the Eastern Conference playoff picture. The Hawks only won 16 games awa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-11-05]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-11-05.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 09:40:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[This could become a familiar formula for the Hawks this season, this multi-faceted offensive attack that keeps other teams guessing where the daggers are coming from next. One minute it's captain and All-Star Joe Johnson, the next it's sixth-man Jamal Cra]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA Previews from The Sports Network ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-previews-from-the-sports-network.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 08:30:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[????????????????????????????Wednesday,?November?4th?? ??????????????????????????????(All?times?Eastern)?? ?DETROIT?Pistons?(2-2)?AT?TORONTO?Raptors?(1-2),?7?P.M.?? The?Detroit?Pistons?are?hanging?in?there?without?their?top?? ?two?scorers?and?will?hit?the?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Crawford comes up big as Hawks blast Kings]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/crawford-comes-up-big-as-hawks-blast-kings.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 07:24:38 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jamal Crawford welcomes his role as the sixth man for the Atlanta Hawks.Crawford came off the bench to score 26 points and help Atlanta beat the Sacramento Kings 113-105 on Wednesday night."These guys already had a good five that took them to the second r]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Kings Preview 2009-11-04]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-kings-preview-2009-11-04.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2009 07:11:40 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[One key to a good start for the Atlanta Hawks will be playing well on the road.The Hawks look for a second consecutive victory and fourth straight over the Sacramento Kings when they continue their four-game road trip Wednesday night.Two nights after open]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 97, Trail Blazers 91]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-97-trail-blazers-91.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2009 07:07:40 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jamal Crawford is happy with his new team and his new role."This is the most fun I've had because I haven't had these kinds of athletes, ever. So it feels good," he said after scoring 27 points off the bench to lead the Atlanta Hawks to a 97-91 victory ov]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Crawford seals big road win for Hawks in Portland]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/crawford-seals-big-road-win-for-hawks-in-portland.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2009 06:53:57 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jamal Crawford is happy with his new team and his new role."This is the most fun I've had because I haven't had these kinds of athletes, ever. So it feels good," he said after scoring 27 points off the bench to lead the Atlanta Hawks to a 97-91 victory ov]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Trail Blazers, Box]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-trail-blazers-box.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2009 05:47:41 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ATLANTA (97)Williams 1-4 4-4 7, Jos.Smith 6-12 0-3 12, Horford 5-12 1-2 11,Bibby 3-10 0-0 7, Johnson 9-19 0-0 19, Pachulia 4-6 4-4 12,Crawford 8-16 9-9 27, J. Smith 1-1 0-0 2, Evans 0-0 0-0 0. Totals 37-80 18-22 97.PORTLAND (91)Webster 2-5 2-2 8, Aldridge]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Trail Blazers, Box 2009-11-04]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-trail-blazers-box-2009-11-04.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2009 05:36:36 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ATLANTA (97)Williams 1-4 4-4 7, Jos.Smith 6-12 0-3 12, Horford 5-12 1-2 11,Bibby 3-10 0-0 7, Johnson 9-19 0-0 19, Pachulia 4-6 4-4 12,Crawford 8-16 9-9 27, J. Smith 1-1 0-0 2, Evans 0-0 0-0 0. Totals 37-80 18-22 97.PORTLAND (91)Webster 2-5 2-2 8, Aldridge]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2009-11-04]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/presented-by-2009-11-04.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2009 05:36:36 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trying to learn from ugly loss]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/trying-to-learn-from-ugly-loss.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2009 12:30:27 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LOS ANGELES --- The knee-jerk reaction for theHawks after Sunday's humbling loss to the Los Angeles Lakers would have been to go crazy with panic-fueled changes to everything.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-11-03]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-11-03.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2009 08:40:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard Jeff Teague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Forward/center Zaz]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-11-03]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-11-03.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2009 08:40:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Eight of the Hawks' 20 turnovers came in that third quarter, when the Lakers' lead stretched from two points minutes after halftime to 22 points by the end of the quarter. The Hawks' turnover tally for the night produced an early Christmas present for a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-11-03]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-11-03.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2009 08:40:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks have been here before, face-first on the canvas after being knocked out by a NBA heavyweight. So they know how to recover. But their schedule, and their recent history against the league's elite, is a reality check that could prove disastrous. I]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[C's fans shouldn't sweat Rondo ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/c-s-fans-shouldn-t-sweat-rondo.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2009 03:30:54 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Just calm yourselves with all this ruckus about Rajon Rondo's contract. TheBostonCeltics ultimately have the last say on where he ends up next year.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Trail Blazers Preview 2009-11-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-trail-blazers-preview-2009-11-02.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2009 22:38:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LaMarcus Aldridge has helped the Portland Trail Blazers dominate Atlanta at home. His knee injury might give Greg Oden a greater role in trying to extend that success as the center plays his first game against the Hawks.With Aldridge's status uncertain, t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lakers 118, Hawks 110 2009-11-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/lakers-118-hawks-110-2009-11-02.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2009 16:50:41 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Kobe Bryant is quite familiar with the exquisite pain of playing against Ron Artest's defense. He's grateful that frustration now belongs to his opponents - including Joe Johnson, the first top scorer to get locked down by the Lakers' new defensive stoppe]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-11-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-11-02.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2009 09:40:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard Jeff Teague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Forward/center Zaz]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-11-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-11-02.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2009 09:40:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Eight of the Hawks' 20 turnovers came in that third quarter, when the Lakers' lead stretched from two points minutes after halftime to 22 points by the end of the quarter. The Hawks' turnover tally for the night produced an early Christmas present for a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-11-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-11-02.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2009 09:40:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks have been here before, face-first on the canvas after being knocked out by a NBA heavyweight. So they know how to recover. But their schedule, and their recent history against the league's elite, is a reality check that could prove disastrous. I]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lakers bounce back, beat Hawks on Kobe's 41]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/lakers-bounce-back-beat-hawks-on-kobe-s-41.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2009 06:28:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Kobe Bryant had 41 points and eight rebounds, Andrew Bynum added 21 points and the Los Angeles Lakers pulled away with 18 consecutive points in the third quarter for a 118-110 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Sunday night.Lamar Odom had 11 points, 14 reb]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lakers 118, Hawks 110]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/lakers-118-hawks-110.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2009 06:26:37 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Kobe Bryant is quite familiar with the exquisite pain of playing against Ron Artest's defense. He's grateful that frustration now belongs to his opponents - including Joe Johnson, the first top scorer to get locked down by the Lakers' new defensive stoppe]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Lakers, Box]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-lakers-box.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2009 05:12:56 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ATLANTA (110)Williams 1-6 4-4 6, Jos.Smith 3-10 1-1 7, Horford 3-8 0-0 6,Bibby 5-10 2-2 15, Johnson 8-16 8-10 27, Crawford 6-14 5-5 17,Evans 2-5 0-0 4, Pachulia 4-7 0-0 8, Teague 5-7 1-2 12,J. Smith 3-6 2-2 8. Totals 40-89 23-26 110.L.A. LAKERS (118)Artes]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Lakers, Box 2009-11-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-lakers-box-2009-11-02.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2009 05:10:29 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ATLANTA (110)Williams 1-6 4-4 6, Jos.Smith 3-10 1-1 7, Horford 3-8 0-0 6,Bibby 5-10 2-2 15, Johnson 8-16 8-10 27, Crawford 6-14 5-5 17,Evans 2-5 0-0 4, Pachulia 4-7 0-0 8, Teague 5-7 1-2 12,J. Smith 3-6 2-2 8. Totals 40-89 23-26 110.L.A. LAKERS (118)Artes]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-11-01]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-11-01.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2009 10:00:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard Jeff Teague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Forward/Center Zaz]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-11-01]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-11-01.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2009 10:00:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--F Josh Smith came into Friday's game against Washington with 899 blocks, needing just one to surpass Shaquille O'Neal as the youngest player to reach 900 blocks at 23 and 329 days. Smith is already the youngest to reach 200, 300, 400, 500, 600, 700 and ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-11-01]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-11-01.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2009 10:00:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After playing veteran guard Jamal Crawford just 12 minutes in the season opener, Hawks coach Mike Woodson had to make sure to remind Crawford that it was just the opener. He also sat Crawford down and reminded him that the Hawks need him doing what he's a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Lakers Preview 2009-11-01]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-lakers-preview-2009-11-01.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2009 01:04:55 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Lakers' favorable schedule over the first six-plus weeks of the season was expected to help them vault to the top of the Western Conference standings.That won't happen if they keep repeating their latest performance.Coming off their worst ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2009-11-01]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/presented-by-2009-11-01.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2009 01:04:55 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-10-31]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-10-31.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Oct 2009 10:40:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard Jeff Teague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Forward/Center Zaz]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-10-31]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-10-31.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Oct 2009 10:40:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--F Josh Smith came into Friday's game against Washington with 899 blocks, needing just one to surpass Shaquille O'Neal as the youngest player to reach 900 blocks at 23 and 329 days. Smith is already the youngest to reach 200, 300, 400, 500, 600, 700 and ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-10-31]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-10-31.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Oct 2009 10:40:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After playing veteran guard Jamal Crawford just 12 minutes in the season opener, Hawks coach Mike Woodson had to make sure to remind Crawford that it was just the opener. He also sat Crawford down and reminded him that the Hawks need him doing what he's a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Balanced attack leads the way to 2-0 ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/balanced-attack-leads-the-way-to-2-0.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Oct 2009 10:30:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[You'll have to forgive Joe Johnson for not being able to remember the last time he sat the way he did Friday night and watched one of his teammates tote the load.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Smith reaches milestone ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/smith-reaches-milestone.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Oct 2009 10:30:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hawks forward Josh Smith became the youngest player in NBA history to reach 900 blocks late in theHawks' game against Washington on Friday, surpassing Shaquille O'Neal, at 23 and 329 days.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Butler injured as Wizards stumble on road ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/butler-injured-as-wizards-stumble-on-road.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Oct 2009 10:30:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ATLANTA | For about four minutes Friday night, it appeared the wizardry Flip Saunders and Co. performed in Washington's season-opening victory at Dallas would carry over into a matchup with the Atlanta Hawks.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks' Smith sets milestone in win over Wizards]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-smith-sets-milestone-in-win-over-wizards.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Oct 2009 03:28:46 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Josh Smith had to wait almost an entire game for his 900th career blocked shot.He made sure to cash in on the milestone play.Smith scored 20 points and became the youngest player to block 900 shots, leading the Atlanta Hawks past Gilbert Arenas and the Wa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 100, Wizards 89]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-100-wizards-89.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Oct 2009 03:26:40 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Josh Smith had to wait almost an entire game for his 900th career blocked shot.He made sure to cash in on the milestone play.Smith scored 20 points and became the youngest player to block 900 shots, leading the Atlanta Hawks past Gilbert Arenas and the Wa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wizards-Hawks, Box 2009-10-31]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/wizards-hawks-box-2009-10-31.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Oct 2009 02:22:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[WASHINGTON (89)Butler 2-5 0-0 5, Oberto 2-2 0-0 4, Haywood 7-12 5-7 19,Arenas 9-22 2-4 23, Miller 3-5 1-2 7, Blatche 5-7 3-5 13,Stevenson 1-1 0-0 2, Foye 3-12 2-2 9, Young 0-8 0-0 0,McGuire 0-1 0-0 0, McGee 3-4 1-2 7. Totals 35-79 14-22 89.ATLANTA (100)Wi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wizards Plus ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/wizards-plus.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2009 11:30:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TODAY'S GAME]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[First tough test looming]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/first-tough-test-looming.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2009 11:30:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The numbers stayed on the dry-erase board in theHawks' locker room for three full days as a reminder.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-10-30]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-10-30.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2009 08:00:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard Jeff Teague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Forward/Center Zaz]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-10-30]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-10-30.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2009 08:00:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--G Mike Bibby didn't crank his offense up until late against the Pacers, scoring eight of his 10 points in the fourth quarter. It's a new role for the Hawks' veteran point guard, who is adjusting to so many different offensive options that have either ma]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-10-30]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-10-30.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2009 08:00:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks have been boasting for weeks now about all their new depth and the dynamic that brings. It was evident in the preseason, when Hawks coach Mike Woodson dove deep into his rotation. But it wasn't on display against the Pacers in the season opener.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Johnson uses extra day for research ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/johnson-uses-extra-day-for-research.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2009 02:30:49 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hawks captain Joe Johnson was thankful for the sneak preview the NBA provided by having his team's opener Wednesday rather than Tuesday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wizards-Hawks Preview 2009-10-30]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/wizards-hawks-preview-2009-10-30.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2009 02:04:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Washington Wizards tied a franchise record for losses last season with top scorer Gilbert Arenas missing all but two games.With a stellar performance in the season opener, a healthy Arenas is giving the Wizards reason to believe this season will be mu]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-10-29]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-10-29.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2009 10:20:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Jamal Crawford, Guard Jeff Teague, Forward Mo Evans, Forward Joe Smith, Forward/Center Zaz]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-10-29]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-10-29.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2009 10:20:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--G Mike Bibby didn't crank his offense up until late against the Pacers, scoring eight of his 10 points in the fourth quarter. It's a new role for the Hawks' veteran point guard, who is adjusting to so many different offensive options that have either ma]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-10-29]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-10-29.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2009 10:20:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks have been boasting for weeks now about all their new depth and the dynamic that brings. It was evident in the preseason, when Hawks coach Mike Woodson dove deep into his rotation. But it wasn't on display against the Pacers in the season opener.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks clamp down on Pacers in fourth]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-clamp-down-on-pacers-in-fourth.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2009 03:32:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For three quarters, the Hawks let Indiana run up and down the court. Finally, Atlanta started playing some defense.The result was a season-opening 120-109 victory Wednesday night that didn't feel all that satisfying to the home team."We were giving them w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pacers-Hawks, Box]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/pacers-hawks-box.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2009 01:49:45 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[INDIANA (109)Granger 10-18 6-8 31, Murphy 6-9 0-0 14, Hibbert 3-6 0-0 6,Ford 1-9 1-2 3, Rush 3-3 0-0 6, Foster 0-0 2-2 2, Watson 7-8 3-4 20,D.Jones 4-9 9-9 17, S.Jones 1-3 0-0 2, Head 4-8 0-0 8. Totals 39-73 21-25 109.ATLANTA (120)Williams 4-8 5-6 14, Jos]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2009-10-29]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/presented-by-2009-10-29.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2009 01:49:45 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pacers-Hawks, Box 2009-10-29]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/pacers-hawks-box-2009-10-29.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2009 01:49:40 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[INDIANA (109)Granger 10-18 6-8 31, Murphy 6-9 0-0 14, Hibbert 3-6 0-0 6,Ford 1-9 1-2 3, Rush 3-3 0-0 6, Foster 0-0 2-2 2, Watson 7-8 3-4 20,D.Jones 4-9 9-9 17, S.Jones 1-3 0-0 2, Head 4-8 0-0 8. Totals 39-73 21-25 109.ATLANTA (120)Williams 4-8 5-6 14, Jos]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Urgency is veterans' game plan]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/urgency-is-veterans-game-plan.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2009 11:30:43 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Johnson learned the hard way that planning for anything beyond today in the NBA is a fool's paradise.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-10-28]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-10-28.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2009 08:00:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[All of his teammates have established themselves among the top players in the league at their respective positions. Now it's turn for Marvin Williams to do the same. "He's the one guy over the next two years that I think can really make the jump to become]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-10-28]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-10-28.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2009 08:00:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--If you didn't know any better, you'd think Mike Woodson couldn't stand Al Horford. He never talks about his third-year center. He rarely mentions Horford's name. But there's a good reason for that. Woodson said he hasn't had to worry about his starting ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-10-28]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-10-28.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2009 08:00:21 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jamal Crawford's first day in the Hawks' locker room was a stunner. It's been a while since he's been on a team this close, where guys have grown up together in the league and played together for four and sometimes five years. That's an eternity in the NB]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NO IMPROVEMENT]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/no-improvement.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2009 02:31:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Eastern CONFERENCE PREVIEW]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[CELTICS SEASON PREVIEW (2009-10)]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/celtics-season-preview-2009-10.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2009 02:31:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Most NBA teams set modest goals. They plan to perhaps get out of the lottery or improve on last year's win total, maybe target the playoffs. They might take aim on a divisional title.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks shake off injury woes on eve of opener ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-shake-off-injury-woes-on-eve-of-opener.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2009 11:30:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hawks forward Marvin Williams thought his mind was playing tricks on him when he glanced over to a corner of the team's practice facility Sunday and saw both Al Horford and Mike Bibby, wrapped up with wires and protective gauze, receiving medical treatmen]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pacers-Hawks Preview 2009-10-27]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/pacers-hawks-preview-2009-10-27.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2009 02:38:44 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Following their second straight postseason appearance, the Atlanta Hawks spent this summer re-signing several of their key players.A return to the second round of the playoffs, though, won't be enough for the championship-hungry Hawks.Atlanta opens its 20]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[READY OR NOT]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/ready-or-not.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2009 02:30:47 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[&rarr;Ready...: TheThunder isn't built for a championship. Not yet. But the playoffs? Maybe. The Western Conference is getting old fast, creating room for an up-and-comer.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2009 Atlanta Hawks Roster]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/2009-atlanta-hawks-roster.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2009 01:04:41 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Head Coach: Mike WoodsonNo.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New-look Timberwolves preaching patience in Year 1 of another rebuilding program ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/new-look-timberwolves-preaching-patience-in-year-1-of-another-rebuilding-program.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2009 02:30:44 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Selling tickets is not the only bottom-line priority for theTimberwolves this season. The NBA team also hopes fans will buy into a sales pitch for patience.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Magic 123, Hawks 86]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/magic-123-hawks-86.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2009 03:53:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Vince Carter was 9 of 10 from the field and scored 26 points to lead the Orlando Magic to a 123-86 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Friday night to cap the NBA's only unbeaten preseason.The Magic (8-0) won their exhibition games by an average of 18 point]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Magic, Box]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-magic-box.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2009 02:39:01 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ATLANTA (86)M.Williams 3-7 2-2 9, Jos.Smith 5-7 0-2 10, Horford 3-6 2-2 8,Bibby 4-9 0-0 9, J.Johnson 2-8 7-9 11, Crawford 5-10 3-3 14,Teague 0-15 2-2 2, Evans 1-4 0-0 2, Pachulia 2-3 2-2 6,Morris 3-7 5-5 11, Hunter 2-4 0-0 4. Totals 30-80 23-27 86.ORLANDO]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Magic, Box 2009-10-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-magic-box-2009-10-24.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2009 02:38:53 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ATLANTA (86)M.Williams 3-7 2-2 9, Jos.Smith 5-7 0-2 10, Horford 3-6 2-2 8,Bibby 4-9 0-0 9, J.Johnson 2-8 7-9 11, Crawford 5-10 3-3 14,Teague 0-15 2-2 2, Evans 1-4 0-0 2, Pachulia 2-3 2-2 6,Morris 3-7 5-5 11, Hunter 2-4 0-0 4. Totals 30-80 23-27 86.ORLANDO]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 92, Heat 87]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-92-heat-87.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2009 02:46:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks coach Mike Woodson said every game is important.Erik Spoelstra, his counterpart with the Miami Heat, termed Thursday's game "a meaningless preseason game."The results reflected their thinking.Joe Johnson scored 14 points and Al Horford and J]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2009-10-23]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/presented-by-2009-10-23.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2009 02:46:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[In NBA, stars put in preseason time]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/in-nba-stars-put-in-preseason-time.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2009 02:30:32 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In an NFL town, nothing makes a fan's eyes roll faster than a preseason game.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Heat, Box]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-heat-box.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2009 02:21:01 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ATLANTA (92)Williams 2-4 6-7 10, Jos.Smith 4-6 1-10 9, Horford 6-9 0-0 12,Bibby 3-6 1-1 7, Johnson 6-12 2-2 14, J. Smith 4-6 0-2 8,Crawford 5-9 0-0 12, Teague 1-4 4-4 6, Evans 4-5 0-0 10,Hunter 1-2 2-2 4. Totals 36-63 16-28 92.MIAMI (87)Richardson 1-2 2-2]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Heat, Box 2009-10-23]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-heat-box-2009-10-23.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2009 01:47:01 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ATLANTA (92)Williams 2-4 6-7 10, Jos.Smith 4-6 1-10 9, Horford 6-9 0-0 12,Bibby 3-6 1-1 7, Johnson 6-12 2-2 14, J. Smith 4-6 0-2 8,Crawford 5-9 0-0 12, Teague 1-4 4-4 6, Evans 4-5 0-0 10,Hunter 1-2 2-2 4. Totals 36-63 16-28 92.MIAMI (87)Richardson 1-2 2-2]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Evans embraces utility-man role]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/evans-embraces-utility-man-role.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2009 11:30:25 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mo Evans has had to fight for everything he has gotten in his NBA career.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks cut Mario West, 2 centers]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-cut-mario-west-2-centers.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2009 21:01:37 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks have 13 players on their roster after waiving guard Mario West and centers Garret Siler and Courtney Sims.West, from Georgia Tech, played the last two seasons with the Hawks. West averaged 2.2 points in five preseason games.Siler, from A]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks cut guards Juan Dixon, Mike Wilks]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-cut-guards-juan-dixon-mike-wilks.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2009 20:18:50 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks have trimmed their roster to 16 players by releasing guards Juan Dixon and Mike Wilks.Dixon, who has played eight years in the NBA with four teams, and Wilks, who spent last season on Orlando's roster, were with the Hawks as training cam]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wizards-Hawks, Box]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/wizards-hawks-box.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2009 03:02:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[WASHINGTON (95)Butler 7-14 0-1 14, Blatche 3-8 2-2 8, Haywood 3-6 1-1 7,Foye 6-17 5-6 19, Stevenson 2-7 0-1 6, Oberto 2-2 0-0 4,Young 5-11 3-3 15, McGuire 0-2 0-0 0, James 1-4 4-6 6, McGee 3-8 2-4 8,Davis 3-4 2-2 8, Grier 0-0 0-0 0. Totals 35-83 19-26 95.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 113, Wizards 95]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-113-wizards-95.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2009 01:38:50 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Marvin Williams had 16 points and six rebounds and Al Horford added 14 points and six rebounds to lead the Atlanta Hawks to a 113-95 preseason victory over the Washington Wizards on Monday night.Rookie Jeff Teague, playing 15 of his 26 minutes in the seco]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wizards-Hawks, Box 2009-10-20]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/wizards-hawks-box-2009-10-20.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2009 01:38:47 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[WASHINGTON (95)Butler 7-14 0-1 14, Blatche 3-8 2-2 8, Haywood 3-6 1-1 7,Foye 6-17 5-6 19, Stevenson 2-7 0-1 6, Oberto 2-2 0-0 4,Young 5-11 3-3 15, McGuire 0-2 0-0 0, James 1-4 4-6 6, McGee 3-8 2-4 8,Davis 3-4 2-2 8, Grier 0-0 0-0 0. Totals 35-83 19-26 95.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-10-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-10-19.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2009 23:00:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[All of his teammates have established themselves among the top players in the league at their respective positions. Now it's turn for Marvin Williams to do the same. "He's the one guy over the next two years that I think can really make the jump to become]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-10-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-10-19.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2009 23:00:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--If you didn't know any better, you'd think Mike Woodson couldn't stand Al Horford. He never talks about his third-year center. He rarely mentions Horford's name. But there's a good reason for that. Woodson said he hasn't had to worry about his starting ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-10-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-10-19.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2009 23:00:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jamal Crawford's first day in the Hawks' locker room was a stunner. It's been a while since he's been on a team this close, where guys have grown up together in the league and played together for four and sometimes five years. That's an eternity in the NB]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta on guard for 'new' Washington ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-on-guard-for--new-washington.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2009 11:30:29 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mike Woodson's memory is sharp where the Washington Wizards are concerned.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[D-League affiliate to hold Atlanta tryout ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/d-league-affiliate-to-hold-atlanta-tryout.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2009 02:30:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In his travels as a regional NBA scout, Brad Jones learned that players can be found anywhere, so long as the person looking is willing to keep an open mind.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lessons learned this preseason]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/lessons-learned-this-preseason.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2009 02:30:21 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hawks coach Mike Woodson is careful not to invest too much emotion into preseason Basketball.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-10-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-10-18.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Oct 2009 21:40:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[All of his teammates have established themselves among the top players in the league at their respective positions. Now it's turn for Marvin Williams to do the same. "He's the one guy over the next two years that I think can really make the jump to become]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-10-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-10-18.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Oct 2009 21:40:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--If you didn't know any better, you'd think Mike Woodson couldn't stand Al Horford. He never talks about his third-year center. He rarely mentions Horford's name. But there's a good reason for that. Woodson said he hasn't had to worry about his starting ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-10-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-10-18.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Oct 2009 21:40:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jamal Crawford's first day in the Hawks' locker room was a stunner. It's been a while since he's been on a team this close, where guys have grown up together in the league and played together for four and sometimes five years. That's an eternity in the NB]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Siler still has big hopes]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/siler-still-has-big-hopes.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2009 10:30:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Garret Siler's heart dropped when he sawHawks team assistant Michael John Garrett walk from one side of the locker room to the other and tap two players on the shoulder.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-10-16]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-10-16.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2009 09:00:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[All of his teammates have established themselves among the top players in the league at their respective positions. Now it's turn for Marvin Williams to do the same. "He's the one guy over the next two years that I think can really make the jump to become]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-10-16]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-10-16.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2009 09:00:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--If you didn't know any better, you'd think Mike Woodson couldn't stand Al Horford. He never talks about his third-year center. He rarely mentions Horford's name. But there's a good reason for that. Woodson said he hasn't had to worry about his starting ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-10-16]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-10-16.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2009 09:00:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jamal Crawford's first day in the Hawks' locker room was a stunner. It's been a while since he's been on a team this close, where guys have grown up together in the league and played together for four and sometimes five years. That's an eternity in the NB]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 111, Grizzlies 96]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-111-grizzlies-96.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2009 04:04:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Maurice Evans, playing for the first time in the preseason, scored 27 points to lead the Atlanta Hawks to a 111-96 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday night.Evans, who was nursing an injured left knee during the Hawks' first three preseason ga]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Grizzlies, Box]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-grizzlies-box.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2009 02:45:57 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ATLANTA (111)Marv.Williams 2-3 0-0 4, Jos.Smith 4-5 2-2 10, Horford 4-7 6-10 14,Bibby 2-6 2-2 6, Johnson 3-5 1-1 8, Teague 5-11 3-3 13,Evans 8-10 8-9 27, O.Hunter 1-3 1-2 3, West 1-3 0-0 3, Morris 1-5 0-0 2,Siler 0-0 0-2 0, Sims 4-6 4-4 12, Dixon 4-10 0-0]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2009-10-15]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/presented-by-2009-10-15.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2009 02:45:57 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Grizzlies, Box 2009-10-15]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-grizzlies-box-2009-10-15.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2009 02:42:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ATLANTA (111)Marv.Williams 2-3 0-0 4, Jos.Smith 4-5 2-2 10, Horford 4-7 6-10 14,Bibby 2-6 2-2 6, Johnson 3-5 1-1 8, Teague 5-11 3-3 13,Evans 8-10 8-9 27, O.Hunter 1-3 1-2 3, West 1-3 0-0 3, Morris 1-5 0-0 2,Siler 0-0 0-2 0, Sims 4-6 4-4 12, Dixon 4-10 0-0]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Williams to be more aggressive]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/williams-to-be-more-aggressive.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2009 11:30:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Five years into his NBA career, Marvin Williams has more than established himself in the league.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks' Pachulia makes reservations for future]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-pachulia-makes-reservations-for-future.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2009 11:30:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Deep down, Zaza Pachulia has always been a people pleaser.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Horford to become more of a focus for the Hawks]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/horford-to-become-more-of-a-focus-for-the-hawks.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2009 11:30:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Al Horford's name is rarely mentioned byHawks coach Mike Woodson.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 107, Bobcats 90]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-107-bobcats-90.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2009 04:50:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rookie Jeff Teague had 17 points and seven assists, leading the Atlanta Hawks to a 107-90 victory over the Charlotte in a preseason game Monday night.Joe Johnson and Zaza Pachulia each scored 14 points for the Hawks.Gerald Wallace led the Bobcats with 20 ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bobcats-Hawks, Box]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/bobcats-hawks-box.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2009 02:41:00 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[CHARLOTTE (90)Wallace 4-8 12-12 20, Radmanovic 1-5 2-2 4, Mohammed 3-7 2-3 8,Felton 4-9 2-2 11, Bell 1-8 4-4 6, Graham 2-7 0-0 4, Diop 0-1 0-2 0,Augustin 1-3 0-0 2, Henderson 4-6 5-5 13, Anderson 1-4 0-0 3,Ajinca 3-5 1-1 7, Brown 3-5 1-3 7, Jefferson 1-1 ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bobcats-Hawks, Box 2009-10-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/bobcats-hawks-box-2009-10-13.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2009 01:53:36 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[CHARLOTTE (90)Wallace 4-8 12-12 20, Radmanovic 1-5 2-2 4, Mohammed 3-7 2-3 8,Felton 4-9 2-2 11, Bell 1-8 4-4 6, Graham 2-7 0-0 4, Diop 0-1 0-2 0,Augustin 1-3 0-0 2, Henderson 4-6 5-5 13, Anderson 1-4 0-0 3,Ajinca 3-5 1-1 7, Brown 3-5 1-3 7, Jefferson 1-1 ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Team's unity impresses Crawford ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/team-s-unity-impresses-crawford.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2009 02:30:48 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jamal Crawford couldn't help but be a little envious of his newHawks teammates on his first day in the locker room.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Pistons, Box]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-pistons-box.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2009 01:54:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ATLANTA (91)Williams 7-15 5-6 19, Jos.Smith 3-9 2-2 8, Horford 1-7 0-0 2,Bibby 0-4 0-0 0, Johnson 4-8 1-1 10, Teague 3-11 6-9 12,Pachulia 3-6 3-4 9, Dixon 2-5 0-0 4, Hunter 6-9 2-2 14, West 0-1 0-0 0,Sims 0-0 0-0 0, Miles 3-5 1-1 7, Morris 1-1 2-2 4, Robi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Pistons, Box 2009-10-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-pistons-box-2009-10-12.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2009 00:49:36 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ATLANTA (91)Williams 7-15 5-6 19, Jos.Smith 3-9 2-2 8, Horford 1-7 0-0 2,Bibby 0-4 0-0 0, Johnson 4-8 1-1 10, Teague 3-11 6-9 12,Pachulia 3-6 3-4 9, Dixon 2-5 0-0 4, Hunter 6-9 2-2 14, West 0-1 0-0 0,Sims 0-0 0-0 0, Miles 3-5 1-1 7, Morris 1-1 2-2 4, Robi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2009-10-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/presented-by-2009-10-12.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2009 00:49:02 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pistons 100, Hawks 91]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/pistons-100-hawks-91.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2009 00:48:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ben Gordon scored 22 points and Rodney Stuckey added 20 as the new-look Detroit Pistons remained undefeated in the preseason with a 100-91 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Sunday night.The Pistons are now 3-0 even though Charlie Villanueva (hamstring) ha]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-10-08]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-10-08.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2009 18:20:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[PLAYER NEWS: --C Zaza Pachulia loves seeing all the extra bodies in the big man drills at Hawks practices these days. It means he and Al Horford will have a little help holding down the middle of the floor this season. "It's beautiful having so many guys ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-10-08]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-10-08.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2009 18:20:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--After years as a NBA afterthought, the Hawks are firmly entrenched as a playoff contender. All five starters and eight of the top nine players return from last season's Eastern Conference semifinals team, a group that piled up 47 wins en route to the fr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-10-08]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-10-08.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2009 18:20:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks offered and Joe Johnson declined, raising the $64 million question in Atlanta: Is this the captain and three-time All-Star's final season in a Hawks uniform? That's a huge leap to make from Johnson's decision to join the 2010 free agency party, ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[FAST IMPRESSION]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/fast-impression.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2009 11:30:36 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ATLANTA-- Hornets Coach Byron Scott said he likes that backup point guard Bobby Brown challenges and is unwilling to back down against Chris Paul, who reigns as the NBA's best.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 108, Hornets 102]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-108-hornets-102.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2009 02:30:35 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Johnson scored 17 points, Josh Smith had 14 points and seven rebounds, and the Atlanta Hawks beat the New Orleans Hornets 108-102 on Wednesday night in the preseason opener for both teams."We jumped on them early," Smith said. "It was good to see the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hornets-Hawks, Box]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hornets-hawks-box.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2009 01:44:57 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[NEW ORLEANS (102)Wright 5-8 3-4 13, West 5-8 5-6 16, Marks 0-2 3-4 3,Paul 5-7 10-11 20, Peterson 1-4 0-0 3, Stojakovic 1-8 0-0 3,Barron 4-8 0-2 8, B.Brown 8-16 3-3 23, Songaila 1-4 2-2 4,Posey 2-6 0-0 6, D.Brown 0-1 3-4 3. Totals 32-72 29-36 102.ATLANTA (]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hornets-Hawks, Box 2009-10-08]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hornets-hawks-box-2009-10-08.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2009 01:44:52 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[NEW ORLEANS (102)Wright 5-8 3-4 13, West 5-8 5-6 16, Marks 0-2 3-4 3,Paul 5-7 10-11 20, Peterson 1-4 0-0 3, Stojakovic 1-8 0-0 3,Barron 4-8 0-2 8, B.Brown 8-16 3-3 23, Songaila 1-4 2-2 4,Posey 2-6 0-0 6, D.Brown 0-1 3-4 3. Totals 32-72 29-36 102.ATLANTA (]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[THERE IS HOPE -- NEXT YEAR ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/there-is-hope-next-year.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2009 02:30:58 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ALBANY -- Yeah, New York fans, theKnicks have to play this coming season. The team really wants to, you know. Besides, it's an NBA rule or something.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks' Joe Johnson headed for free agency]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-joe-johnson-headed-for-free-agency.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2009 23:03:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[There's a new reason for the Atlanta Hawks to enter the 2009-10 season with a renewed sense of urgency.This could be the team's final season with Joe Johnson.Johnson, the team's three-time All-Star, top scorer and captain, plans to play out the final year]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hunter making an impression ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hunter-making-an-impression.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Oct 2009 10:30:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Like all the other free-agent invitees in theHawks' training camp, Othello Hunter has designs on securing one of the open roster spots that are available.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Answering your NBA questions: Bynum's failings?]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/answering-your-nba-questions-bynum-s-failings.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2009 18:14:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Maybe he can't help getting hurt. But Andrew Bynum has other problems that are his fault, Charley Rosen says in his NBA mailbag.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-10-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-10-02.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2009 10:00:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[PLAYER NEWS: --C Zaza Pachulia loves seeing all the extra bodies in the big man drills at Hawks practices these days. It means he and Al Horford will have a little help holding down the middle of the floor this season. "It's beautiful having so many guys ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-10-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-10-02.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2009 10:00:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--After years as a NBA afterthought, the Hawks are firmly entrenched as a playoff contender. All five starters and eight of the top nine players return from last season's Eastern Conference semifinals team, a group that piled up 47 wins en route to the fr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-10-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-10-02.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2009 10:00:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks offered and Joe Johnson declined, raising the $64 million question in Atlanta: Is this the captain and three-time All-Star's final season in a Hawks uniform? That's a huge leap to make from Johnson's decision to join the 2010 free agency party, ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Johnson balks at extension]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/johnson-balks-at-extension.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2009 11:30:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Business and Basketball intertwine on a daily basis in the NBA.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Same core wants more]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/same-core-wants-more.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2009 11:30:39 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Marvin Williams knows a thing or two about dealing with great expectations.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jamal Crawford accepts new backup role with Hawks]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/jamal-crawford-accepts-new-backup-role-with-hawks.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2009 07:57:39 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jamal Crawford, a starter through most of his nine years in the NBA, says he's ready for a new role as a backup with the Atlanta Hawks.Crawford averaged 19.7 points with the New York Knicks and Golden State last season. The 29-year-old has started each of]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[I've got questions; do teams have answers?]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/i-ve-got-questions-do-teams-have-answers.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2009 16:38:57 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As NBA camps open this week, each team has questions to answer. But first, Charley Rosen needs to ask them, and he's not shy.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA Legends meet PBA Greats]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-legends-meet-pba-greats.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2009 14:30:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Basketball fanatics who missed watching the recently concludedNationalBasketballAssociation ( NBA) Asia Challenge missed half of their life! That's no exaggeration.An exhibition game featuring popularNBA legends, including Dominique Wilkins, Tim Hardaway,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stackhouse is ready to contribute ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/stackhouse-is-ready-to-contribute.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2009 02:30:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jerry Stackhouse has a hard time believing that 14 seasons have passed since he began his NBA career.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2009-09-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/presented-by-2009-09-21.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2009 02:30:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-09-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-09-19.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 19 Sep 2009 03:40:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[PLAYER NEWS: Free agent G Mike Wilks is the latest veteran to be added to the training camp invitees list. The Hawks are also in talks with veteran G Carlos Arroyo. They are in need of a possible third point guard behind Mike Bibby and Jeff Teague. Anothe]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-09-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-09-19.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 19 Sep 2009 03:40:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--There has been one casualty. Hawks forward Josh Smith suffered an injury during a recent session and will miss 10 days of workouts prior to training camp after needing seven stitches to close a gash on his left hand. He jammed his hand on the rim trying]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-09-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-09-19.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 19 Sep 2009 03:40:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As cheat sheets go, Jeff Teague's is a whopper. Not only did he get a head start on training with his new Hawks teammates, but the rookie point guard already has a crib sheet on some of the other point guards he'll face around the league. He can thank his]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-09-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-09-18.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2009 07:00:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[PLAYER NEWS: Free agent G Mike Wilks is the latest veteran to be added to the training camp invitees list. The Hawks are also in talks with veteran G Carlos Arroyo. They are in need of a possible third point guard behind Mike Bibby and Jeff Teague. Anothe]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-09-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-09-18.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2009 07:00:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--There has been one casualty. Hawks forward Josh Smith suffered an injury during a recent session and will miss 10 days of workouts prior to training camp after needing seven stitches to close a gash on his left hand. He jammed his hand on the rim trying]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-09-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-09-18.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2009 07:00:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As cheat sheets go, Jeff Teague's is a whopper. Not only did he get a head start on training with his new Hawks teammates, but the rookie point guard already has a crib sheet on some of the other point guards he'll face around the league. He can thank his]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mailbag: Zones haven't made defenses stingier]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/mailbag-zones-haven-t-made-defenses-stingier.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2009 17:12:46 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Zone defenses haven't slowed down Kobe Bryant. If anything, defensive rules changes have made his life easier, Charley Rosen says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA Asia Challenge 2009 (A night of nostalgia) ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-asia-challenge-2009-a-night-of-nostalgia.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2009 02:30:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The rain poured hard last Friday but not even that could stop a good size crowd from trekking to the Araneta Coliseum to experience some nostalgia care of theNBA Asia Challenge 2009.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A training camp of their own]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/a-training-camp-of-their-own.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2009 10:30:00 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hawks rookie point guard Jeff Teague couldn't wait for training camp.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-09-10]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-09-10.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2009 16:19:56 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[PLAYER NEWS: --C Al Horford continued his world travels begun early last month (in Mexico City with Basketball Without Borders) in Puerto Rico with the Dominican national team in the FIBA Americas qualifier. Horford played alongside fellow Dominican-NBA s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-09-10]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-09-10.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2009 16:19:56 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--F Joe Smith has played bigger than his listed size since his college days at Maryland. A 6-10, 225-pound power forward and the No. 1 overall pick in the 1995 draft, Smith finished last season with the Cleveland Cavaliers. But he clearly wasn't big enoug]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-09-10]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2009-09-10.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2009 16:19:55 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Smith came first. Jason Collins came next. Both were must-have veterans for the Hawks, desperate to add depth to a frontcourt rotation that's been paper-thin for years. Sure, Smith and Collins don't exactly move the needle like Rasheed Wallace does fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-09-09]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2009-09-09.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2009 21:40:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[PLAYER NEWS: --C Al Horford continued his world travels begun early last month (in Mexico City with Basketball Without Borders) in Puerto Rico with the Dominican national team in the FIBA Americas qualifier. Horford played alongside fellow Dominican-NBA s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-09-09]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2009-09-09.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2009 21:40:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--F Joe Smith has played bigger than his listed size since his college days at Maryland. 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It's one of the most consistent things in the NBA, really.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks add veteran big man Smith  2009-08-26]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-add-veteran-big-man-smith--3236.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2009 07:15:39 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TheHawks signed Joe Smith to a one-year deal Tuesday for the veteran's minimum salary (approximately $1.3 million), rounding out the frontcourt rotation with the veteran big man they've sought all summer.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-08-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-3237.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2009 07:15:39 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--How's this for a turnaround? In the last 11 seasons, the Hawks played just seven nationally televised games and went five straight seasons without a single appearance. 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It's one of the most consistent things in the NBA, really.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kawakami: Just another wink at Warriors' idiocy ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/kawakami-just-another-wink-at-warriors-idiocy-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2009 07:15:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Don't be stunned. It's nothing new. It's one of the most consistent things in the NBA, really.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks add veteran big man Smith  2009-08-26]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-add-veteran-big-man-smith--3230.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2009 07:15:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TheHawks signed Joe Smith to a one-year deal Tuesday for the veteran's minimum salary (approximately $1.3 million), rounding out the frontcourt rotation with the veteran big man they've sought all summer.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-08-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-3231.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2009 07:15:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--How's this for a turnaround? In the last 11 seasons, the Hawks played just seven nationally televised games and went five straight seasons without a single appearance. 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They'll play seven in the 2009-10 season alone, news that floored Hawks coach Mike Wo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-08-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-3217.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[PLAYER NEWS:--C Al Horford spent the first week of August in Mexico City as one of the league's ambassadors for the Basketball Without Borders program. It was an eye-opening experience for the Dominican-born Horford, who had never seen Mexico City in pers]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-08-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-3218.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Marvin Williams learned a long time ago that you don't count your blessings until they actually arrive. Same with your money, or anything else earned. 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It was an eye-opening experience for the Dominican-born Horford, who had never seen Mexico City in pers]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-08-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-3183.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2009 07:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Marvin Williams learned a long time ago that you don't count your blessings until they actually arrive. Same with your money, or anything else earned. That's why he wasn't moved earlier this summer when Internet reports of him agreeing to and signing a ne]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA['Q' saga shows what NBA teams truly value]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/-q-saga-shows-what-nba-teams-truly-value.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2009 07:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Quentin Richardson has been on a long list of teams ... and that's just this summer. 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Thompson ruled Monday that]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Answering your NBA questions: Who's best PF?]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/answering-your-nba-questions-who-s-best-pf-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Has Tim Duncan already surpassed Karl Malone as the NBA's best power forward ever? Charley Rosen responds in his NBA mailbag.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-08-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-3177.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--How's this for a turnaround? In the last 11 seasons, the Hawks played just seven nationally televised games and went five straight seasons without a single appearance. They'll play seven in the 2009-10 season alone, news that floored Hawks coach Mike Wo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-08-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-3178.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[PLAYER NEWS:--C Al Horford spent the first week of August in Mexico City as one of the league's ambassadors for the Basketball Without Borders program. It was an eye-opening experience for the Dominican-born Horford, who had never seen Mexico City in pers]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-08-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-3179.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Marvin Williams learned a long time ago that you don't count your blessings until they actually arrive. Same with your money, or anything else earned. 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That is until the NBA version found its way to his doorstep this summer.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-08-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-3159.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2009 07:15:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--How's this for a turnaround? In the last 11 seasons, the Hawks played just seven nationally televised games and went five straight seasons without a single appearance. They'll play seven in the 2009-10 season alone, news that floored Hawks coach Mike Wo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-08-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-3160.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2009 07:15:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[PLAYER NEWS:--C Al Horford spent the first week of August in Mexico City as one of the league's ambassadors for the Basketball Without Borders program. 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That is until the NBA version found its way to his doorstep this summer.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-08-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-3153.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--How's this for a turnaround? In the last 11 seasons, the Hawks played just seven nationally televised games and went five straight seasons without a single appearance. They'll play seven in the 2009-10 season alone, news that floored Hawks coach Mike Wo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-08-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-3154.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[PLAYER NEWS:--C Al Horford spent the first week of August in Mexico City as one of the league's ambassadors for the Basketball Without Borders program. It was an eye-opening experience for the Dominican-born Horford, who had never seen Mexico City in pers]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-08-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-3155.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Marvin Williams learned a long time ago that you don't count your blessings until they actually arrive. Same with your money, or anything else earned. That's why he wasn't moved earlier this summer when Internet reports of him agreeing to and signing a ne]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[These guys put some D in the NBA]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/these-guys-put-some-d-in-the-nba.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Contrary to popular belief, Charley Rosen does think more than a few NBA players excel at defense. Who are his top stoppers?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks' Williams says he is '100 percent' 2009-08-11]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-williams-says-he-is-100-percent--3157.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Marvin Williams says he is fully recovered from injuries which limited him in the playoffs, and the Atlanta Hawks' newly re-signed forward says he's already looking forward to training camp.Williams says he is "100 percent" recovered from back and wrist i]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Williams' deal: $37.5 million 2009-08-07]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/williams-deal-37-5-million-3158.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hawks forward Marvin Williams always assumed the paparazzi were only for Hollywood types. That is until the NBA version found its way to his doorstep this summer.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks' Williams says he is '100 percent' 2009-08-11]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-williams-says-he-is-100-percent--3147.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Marvin Williams says he is fully recovered from injuries which limited him in the playoffs, and the Atlanta Hawks' newly re-signed forward says he's already looking forward to training camp.Williams says he is "100 percent" recovered from back and wrist i]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-08-11]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-3148.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[PLAYER NEWS:--C Al Horford spent the first week of August in Mexico City as one of the league's ambassadors for the Basketball Without Borders program. 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That is until the NBA version found its way to his doorstep this summer.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-08-07]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-3117.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[PLAYER NEWS: --F Hawks forward Marvin Williams refuted reports over the 4th of July weekend that he had come to terms on a new deal with the Hawks. There has indeed been no movement on a deal and Williams could very well end up playing out his fifth seaso]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-08-07]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-3118.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks' most recent foray with a rookie point guard went up in smoke earlier this summer when they traded Acie Law IV to Golden State in a deal that netted G Jamal Crawford. Law never did develop the way everyone hoped and his rocky relationship with]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-08-07]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-3119.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As far as first impressions go, Jeff Teague couldn't have made a better one. The Hawks' rookie point guard didn't have the benefit of summer league -- the Hawks opted not to field a team with only Teague to work with. 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Law never did develop the way everyone hoped and his rocky relationship with]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks become must-see TV ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-become-must-see-tv-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The NBA's 2009-10 schedule, which was announced Tuesday, reveals that theHawks will open the season Oct. 28 at home against Indiana, followed by a game against Washington two days later.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-07-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-3109.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DRAFT PICKS: Jeff Teague, G, 6-1, Wake Forest (first round) -- The Hawks had to have a young point guard added to the mix with the loss of Acie Law IV. And in a draft dripping with point guard talent, Teague could prove to be a steal at 19. Sergiy Gladyr,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-07-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-3110.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As far as first impressions go, Jeff Teague couldn't have made a better one. The Hawks' rookie point guard didn't have the benefit of summer league -- the Hawks opted not to field a team with only Teague to work with. So he turned the Hawks' rookie/free-a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-07-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-3111.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks' most recent foray with a rookie point guard went up in smoke earlier this summer when they traded Acie Law IV to Golden State in a deal that netted G Jamal Crawford. Law never did develop the way everyone hoped and his rocky relationship with]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-07-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-3105.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DRAFT PICKS: Jeff Teague, G, 6-1, Wake Forest (first round) -- The Hawks had to have a young point guard added to the mix with the loss of Acie Law IV. And in a draft dripping with point guard talent, Teague could prove to be a steal at 19. Sergiy Gladyr,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-07-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-3106.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As far as first impressions go, Jeff Teague couldn't have made a better one. 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Law never did develop the way everyone hoped and his rocky relationship with]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-07-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-3102.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DRAFT PICKS: Jeff Teague, G, 6-1, Wake Forest (first round) -- The Hawks had to have a young point guard added to the mix with the loss of Acie Law IV. And in a draft dripping with point guard talent, Teague could prove to be a steal at 19. Sergiy Gladyr,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-07-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-3103.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As far as first impressions go, Jeff Teague couldn't have made a better one. 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Law never did develop the way everyone hoped and his rocky relationship with]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-07-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-3099.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Aug 2009 07:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DRAFT PICKS: Jeff Teague, G, 6-1, Wake Forest (first round) -- The Hawks had to have a young point guard added to the mix with the loss of Acie Law IV. And in a draft dripping with point guard talent, Teague could prove to be a steal at 19. Sergiy Gladyr,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-07-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-3100.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Aug 2009 07:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As far as first impressions go, Jeff Teague couldn't have made a better one. 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Law never did develop the way everyone hoped and his rocky relationship with]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Belinelli is traded to Raptors ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/sources-belinelli-is-traded-to-raptors-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Aug 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Warriors general manager Larry Riley has trimmed the fat off his perimeter, and guard Marco Belinelli was excess.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Belinelli traded for George, cash]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/belinelli-traded-for-george-cash.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Aug 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TheWarriors cleared out some of their backcourt logjam and found an experienced presence to help balance a youth-filled roster, acquiring wing Devean George and money from Toronto on Thursday in exchange for guard Marco Belinelli.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-07-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-3096.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Aug 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DRAFT PICKS: Jeff Teague, G, 6-1, Wake Forest (first round) -- The Hawks had to have a young point guard added to the mix with the loss of Acie Law IV. And in a draft dripping with point guard talent, Teague could prove to be a steal at 19. Sergiy Gladyr,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-07-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-3097.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Aug 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As far as first impressions go, Jeff Teague couldn't have made a better one. The Hawks' rookie point guard didn't have the benefit of summer league -- the Hawks opted not to field a team with only Teague to work with. So he turned the Hawks' rookie/free-a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-07-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-3098.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Aug 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks' most recent foray with a rookie point guard went up in smoke earlier this summer when they traded Acie Law IV to Golden State in a deal that netted G Jamal Crawford. Law never did develop the way everyone hoped and his rocky relationship with]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-07-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-3091.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2009 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DRAFT PICKS: Jeff Teague, G, 6-1, Wake Forest (first round) -- The Hawks had to have a young point guard added to the mix with the loss of Acie Law IV. And in a draft dripping with point guard talent, Teague could prove to be a steal at 19. Sergiy Gladyr,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-07-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-3092.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2009 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As far as first impressions go, Jeff Teague couldn't have made a better one. The Hawks' rookie point guard didn't have the benefit of summer league -- the Hawks opted not to field a team with only Teague to work with. So he turned the Hawks' rookie/free-a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-07-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-3093.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2009 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks' most recent foray with a rookie point guard went up in smoke earlier this summer when they traded Acie Law IV to Golden State in a deal that netted G Jamal Crawford. Law never did develop the way everyone hoped and his rocky relationship with]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks, Williams close in on deal]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-williams-close-in-on-deal.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Free-agent forward Marvin Williams said via text message Wednesday that a Yahoo! Sports report that he has reached agreement to remain a Hawk is premature but admitted the sides are "close."]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sixers, Andre Miller were not on the same page ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/sixers-andre-miller-were-not-on-the-same-page-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In retrospect, Andre Miller was all but gone the day last season ended.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-07-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-3088.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DRAFT PICKS: Jeff Teague, G, 6-1, Wake Forest (first round) -- The Hawks had to have a young point guard added to the mix with the loss of Acie Law IV. And in a draft dripping with point guard talent, Teague could prove to be a steal at 19. Sergiy Gladyr,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-07-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-3089.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As far as first impressions go, Jeff Teague couldn't have made a better one. The Hawks' rookie point guard didn't have the benefit of summer league -- the Hawks opted not to field a team with only Teague to work with. So he turned the Hawks' rookie/free-a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-07-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-3090.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks' most recent foray with a rookie point guard went up in smoke earlier this summer when they traded Acie Law IV to Golden State in a deal that netted G Jamal Crawford. Law never did develop the way everyone hoped and his rocky relationship with]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who are the NBA's most overrated players?]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/who-are-the-nba-s-most-overrated-players-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2009 07:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[KG and CP3 are superstars, right? And the Birdman's a great defender? Think again, Charley Rosen says. These guys are overrated.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-07-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-3083.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2009 07:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DRAFT PICKS: Jeff Teague, G, 6-1, Wake Forest (first round) -- The Hawks had to have a young point guard added to the mix with the loss of Acie Law IV. And in a draft dripping with point guard talent, Teague could prove to be a steal at 19. Sergiy Gladyr,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-07-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-3084.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2009 07:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As far as first impressions go, Jeff Teague couldn't have made a better one. The Hawks' rookie point guard didn't have the benefit of summer league -- the Hawks opted not to field a team with only Teague to work with. So he turned the Hawks' rookie/free-a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-07-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-3085.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2009 07:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks' most recent foray with a rookie point guard went up in smoke earlier this summer when they traded Acie Law IV to Golden State in a deal that netted G Jamal Crawford. Law never did develop the way everyone hoped and his rocky relationship with]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-07-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-3078.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2009 07:15:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DRAFT PICKS: Jeff Teague, G, 6-1, Wake Forest (first round) -- The Hawks had to have a young point guard added to the mix with the loss of Acie Law IV. And in a draft dripping with point guard talent, Teague could prove to be a steal at 19. Sergiy Gladyr,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-07-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-3079.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2009 07:15:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As far as first impressions go, Jeff Teague couldn't have made a better one. 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Law never did develop the way everyone hoped and his rocky relationship with]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[It's time for NBA to ditch one-and-done rule  2009-07-22]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/it-s-time-for-nba-to-ditch-one-and-done-rule--3081.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2009 07:15:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As Congress considers the NBA age rule, Randy Hill wishes players who don't want to attend college weren't forced to be there.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-07-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-3074.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2009 07:15:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DRAFT PICKS: Jeff Teague, G, 6-1, Wake Forest (first round) -- The Hawks had to have a young point guard added to the mix with the loss of Acie Law IV. And in a draft dripping with point guard talent, Teague could prove to be a steal at 19. Sergiy Gladyr,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-07-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-3075.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2009 07:15:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As far as first impressions go, Jeff Teague couldn't have made a better one. The Hawks' rookie point guard didn't have the benefit of summer league -- the Hawks opted not to field a team with only Teague to work with. So he turned the Hawks' rookie/free-a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-07-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-3076.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2009 07:15:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks' most recent foray with a rookie point guard went up in smoke earlier this summer when they traded Acie Law IV to Golden State in a deal that netted G Jamal Crawford. Law never did develop the way everyone hoped and his rocky relationship with]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[It's time for NBA to ditch one-and-done rule  2009-07-22]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/it-s-time-for-nba-to-ditch-one-and-done-rule--3077.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2009 07:15:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As Congress considers the NBA age rule, Randy Hill wishes players who don't want to attend college weren't forced to be there.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-07-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-3070.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Jul 2009 07:15:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DRAFT PICKS: Jeff Teague, G, 6-1, Wake Forest (first round) -- The Hawks had to have a young point guard added to the mix with the loss of Acie Law IV. And in a draft dripping with point guard talent, Teague could prove to be a steal at 19. Sergiy Gladyr,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-07-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-3071.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Jul 2009 07:15:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As far as first impressions go, Jeff Teague couldn't have made a better one. The Hawks' rookie point guard didn't have the benefit of summer league -- the Hawks opted not to field a team with only Teague to work with. So he turned the Hawks' rookie/free-a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-07-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-3072.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Jul 2009 07:15:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks' most recent foray with a rookie point guard went up in smoke earlier this summer when they traded Acie Law IV to Golden State in a deal that netted G Jamal Crawford. Law never did develop the way everyone hoped and his rocky relationship with]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[It's time for NBA to ditch one-and-done rule  2009-07-22]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/it-s-time-for-nba-to-ditch-one-and-done-rule--3073.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Jul 2009 07:15:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As Congress considers the NBA age rule, Randy Hill wishes players who don't want to attend college weren't forced to be there.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[In Ratliff, Spurs find a stopper down low ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/in-ratliff-spurs-find-a-stopper-down-low-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Jul 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TheSpurs have gotten younger and more athletic this summer, but their latest addition proves they still value veteran players who can defend, even as their athleticism has begun to wane.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-07-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-3066.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Jul 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As far as first impressions go, Jeff Teague couldn't have made a better one. The Hawks' rookie point guard didn't have the benefit of summer league -- the Hawks opted not to field a team with only Teague to work with. So he turned the Hawks' rookie/free-a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-07-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-3067.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Jul 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks' most recent foray with a rookie point guard went up in smoke earlier this summer when they traded Acie Law IV to Golden State in a deal that netted G Jamal Crawford. Law never did develop the way everyone hoped and his rocky relationship with]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-07-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-3068.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Jul 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DRAFT PICKS: Jeff Teague, G, 6-1, Wake Forest (first round) -- The Hawks had to have a young point guard added to the mix with the loss of Acie Law IV. And in a draft dripping with point guard talent, Teague could prove to be a steal at 19. Sergiy Gladyr,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[It's time for NBA to ditch one-and-done rule  2009-07-22]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/it-s-time-for-nba-to-ditch-one-and-done-rule--3069.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Jul 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As Congress considers the NBA age rule, Randy Hill wishes players who don't want to attend college weren't forced to be there.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-07-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-3061.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2009 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As far as first impressions go, Jeff Teague couldn't have made a better one. The Hawks' rookie point guard didn't have the benefit of summer league -- the Hawks opted not to field a team with only Teague to work with. So he turned the Hawks' rookie/free-a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-07-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-3062.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2009 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks' most recent foray with a rookie point guard went up in smoke earlier this summer when they traded Acie Law IV to Golden State in a deal that netted G Jamal Crawford. Law never did develop the way everyone hoped and his rocky relationship with]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-07-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-3063.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2009 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DRAFT PICKS: Jeff Teague, G, 6-1, Wake Forest (first round) -- The Hawks had to have a young point guard added to the mix with the loss of Acie Law IV. 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Standing a shade over 6-foot-10 and carrying some 270 pounds qualifies him as an expert on living large.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[It's time for NBA to ditch one-and-done rule  2009-07-22]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/it-s-time-for-nba-to-ditch-one-and-done-rule--3060.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2009 07:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As Congress considers the NBA age rule, Randy Hill wishes players who don't want to attend college weren't forced to be there.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Source says Warriors point guard Watson will sign Magic offer sheet ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/source-says-warriors-point-guard-watson-will-sign-magic-offer-sheet-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Warriors third-year point guard C.J. Watson is close to signing an offer sheet with the Orlando Magic, according to a source close to negotiations.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[It's time for NBA to ditch one-and-done rule ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/it-s-time-for-nba-to-ditch-one-and-done-rule-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As Congress considers the NBA age rule, Randy Hill wishes players who don't want to attend college weren't forced to be there.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks' new point guard gets earful in his debut ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-new-point-guard-gets-earful-in-his-debut-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jeff Teague's "Welcome to the NBA" moment came 90 minutes into his first workout as a pro.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Recession has hit NBA]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/recession-has-hit-nba.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Main Street isn't the only place where the global economic recession is causing friction.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks sign top draft choice Jeff Teague]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-sign-top-draft-choice-jeff-teague.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks have signed their first-round draft choice, guard Jeff Teague.The 6-foot-2 Teague was the 19th choice overall in the 2009 NBA draft. At Wake Forest last season, he scored 18.8 points a game.Contract terms were not announced. Teague will ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[LORENZO ROMAR EARNS OUTSTANDING COACHING AWARD ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/lorenzo-romar-earns-outstanding-coaching-award-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[OAKLAND, Calif., April 20 -- The University of Washington issued the following news release:]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Childress headed for 2nd year in Greece]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/childress-headed-for-2nd-year-in-greece.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Josh Childress said Friday the Atlanta Hawks' "hardball" negotiations forced him to return for a second season in Greece with Olympiakos.Childress signed a three-year, $20 million deal with Olympiakos last year after scoring in double figures in each of h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Morrow scores 47 in Warriors' victory ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/morrow-scores-47-in-warriors-victory-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LAS VEGAS Two days after Anthony Randolph tied theWarriors' summer league record with 42 points, Anthony Morrow surpassed his teammate, scoring 47 in a 104-84 victory against the New Orleans Hornets.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-07-14]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-3052.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Zaza Pachulia said it four years ago but no one took him seriously at the time. He said he was going to become a part of the fabric of Atlanta and the Hawks, a bold statement at the time for a 21-year-old free agent center still in the diaper stage of]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-07-14]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-3047.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2009 07:15:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Zaza Pachulia said it four years ago but no one took him seriously at the time. He said he was going to become a part of the fabric of Atlanta and the Hawks, a bold statement at the time for a 21-year-old free agent center still in the diaper stage of]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-07-14]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-3048.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2009 07:15:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DRAFT PICKS: Jeff Teague, G, 6-1, Wake Forest (first round) -- The Hawks had to have a young point guard added to the mix with the loss of Acie Law IV. And in a draft dripping with point guard talent, Teague could prove to be a steal at 19. Sergiy Gladyr,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-07-14]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-3049.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2009 07:15:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[How long does it take to turn an eternal weakness into a strength? About two and half weeks for Hawks general manager Rick Sund. With Mike Bibby's agreement on a new three-year, $18 million deal on July 7, the day before free agents could sign contracts, ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[BUCKS  Childress staying in Greece ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/bucks-childress-staying-in-greece-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Athletic forward Josh Childress fit a need for theMilwaukeeBucks, but general manager John Hammond knew acquiring him would not be easy.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-07-14]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-3044.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Zaza Pachulia said it four years ago but no one took him seriously at the time. He said he was going to become a part of the fabric of Atlanta and the Hawks, a bold statement at the time for a 21-year-old free agent center still in the diaper stage of]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-07-14]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-3045.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DRAFT PICKS: Jeff Teague, G, 6-1, Wake Forest (first round) -- The Hawks had to have a young point guard added to the mix with the loss of Acie Law IV. And in a draft dripping with point guard talent, Teague could prove to be a steal at 19. Sergiy Gladyr,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-07-14]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-3046.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[How long does it take to turn an eternal weakness into a strength? About two and half weeks for Hawks general manager Rick Sund. With Mike Bibby's agreement on a new three-year, $18 million deal on July 7, the day before free agents could sign contracts, ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warriors notebook: Law not making big first impression ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/warriors-notebook-law-not-making-big-first-impression-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LAS VEGAS One of the first players to emerge from the locker room and take off from UNLV's Cox Pavilion was point guard Acie Law.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks trade rights of F-C Andersen to Rockets]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-trade-rights-of-f-c-andersen-to-rockets.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks traded the rights to forward-center David Andersen to the Houston Rockets on Tuesday for an undisclosed second-round draft choice, cash and future considerations.The 6-foot-11 Andersen was a second-round draft choice of the Hawks in 2002]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-07-14]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-3040.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Zaza Pachulia said it four years ago but no one took him seriously at the time. He said he was going to become a part of the fabric of Atlanta and the Hawks, a bold statement at the time for a 21-year-old free agent center still in the diaper stage of]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-07-14]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-3041.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DRAFT PICKS: Jeff Teague, G, 6-1, Wake Forest (first round) -- The Hawks had to have a young point guard added to the mix with the loss of Acie Law IV. And in a draft dripping with point guard talent, Teague could prove to be a steal at 19. Sergiy Gladyr,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-07-14]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-3042.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[How long does it take to turn an eternal weakness into a strength? About two and half weeks for Hawks general manager Rick Sund. With Mike Bibby's agreement on a new three-year, $18 million deal on July 7, the day before free agents could sign contracts, ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hey, Mr. GM, is it really this easy?]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hey-mr-gm-is-it-really-this-easy-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[There are places you go and teams you play and you figure, no matter how difficult it's supposed to be on the road, you're going to win. Mike Bibby remembers how it was as a woebegone Vancouver Grizzly, and he recalls how it was when his mighty Sacramento]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bibby, Pachulia happy to return]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/bibby-pachulia-happy-to-return.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mike Bibby arrived first, sporting jeans and a blue shirt. His jacket was still on a hangar.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Which acquisition will pay off big in end? ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/which-acquisition-will-pay-off-big-in-end-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Things are still fluid in the NBA free-agency/trade season, and they probably will be for the foreseeable future.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-07-14]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-3032.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Zaza Pachulia said it four years ago but no one took him seriously at the time. He said he was going to become a part of the fabric of Atlanta and the Hawks, a bold statement at the time for a 21-year-old free agent center still in the diaper stage of]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-07-14]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-3033.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DRAFT PICKS: Jeff Teague, G, 6-1, Wake Forest (first round) -- The Hawks had to have a young point guard added to the mix with the loss of Acie Law IV. And in a draft dripping with point guard talent, Teague could prove to be a steal at 19. Sergiy Gladyr,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-07-14]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-3034.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[How long does it take to turn an eternal weakness into a strength? About two and half weeks for Hawks general manager Rick Sund. With Mike Bibby's agreement on a new three-year, $18 million deal on July 7, the day before free agents could sign contracts, ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks announce deals with Bibby, Pachulia]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-announce-deals-with-bibby-pachulia.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks are hustling to keep pace with the Eastern Conference's elite teams.The Hawks, who traded for guard Jamal Crawford last month, on Monday announced they have re-signed unrestricted free agents Mike Bibby and Zaza Pachulia.The Hawks finish]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks announce deals with Bibby, Pachulia 2009-07-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-announce-deals-with-bibby-pachulia-3036.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks are hustling to keep pace with the Eastern Conference's elite teams.The Hawks, who traded for guard Jamal Crawford last month, on Monday announced they have re-signed unrestricted free agents Mike Bibby and Zaza Pachulia.The Hawks finish]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Examining the league's top free-agent role players]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/examining-the-league-s-top-free-agent-role-players.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[They aren't the most recognizable names, but they help win games. Charley Rosen looks at the NBA's top role player signings.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-07-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-3026.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Zaza Pachulia said it four years ago but no one took him seriously at the time. He said he was going to become a part of the fabric of Atlanta and the Hawks, a bold statement at the time for a 21-year-old free agent center still in the diaper stage of]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-07-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-3027.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DRAFT PICKS: Jeff Teague, G, 6-1, Wake Forest (first round) -- The Hawks had to have a young point guard added to the mix with the loss of Acie Law IV. And in a draft dripping with point guard talent, Teague could prove to be a steal at 19. Sergiy Gladyr,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-07-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-3028.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[How long does it take to turn an eternal weakness into a strength? About two and half weeks for Hawks general manager Rick Sund. With Mike Bibby's agreement on a new three-year, $18 million deal on July 7, the day before free agents could sign contracts, ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-07-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-3023.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Zaza Pachulia said it four years ago but no one took him seriously at the time. He said he was going to become a part of the fabric of Atlanta and the Hawks, a bold statement at the time for a 21-year-old free agent center still in the diaper stage of]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-07-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-3024.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DRAFT PICKS: Jeff Teague, G, 6-1, Wake Forest (first round) -- The Hawks had to have a young point guard added to the mix with the loss of Acie Law IV. And in a draft dripping with point guard talent, Teague could prove to be a steal at 19. Sergiy Gladyr,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-07-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-3025.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[How long does it take to turn an eternal weakness into a strength? About two and half weeks for Hawks general manager Rick Sund. With Mike Bibby's agreement on a new three-year, $18 million deal on July 7, the day before free agents could sign contracts, ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-07-10]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-3020.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Zaza Pachulia said it four years ago but no one took him seriously at the time. He said he was going to become a part of the fabric of Atlanta and the Hawks, a bold statement at the time for a 21-year-old free agent center still in the diaper stage of]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-07-10]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-3021.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DRAFT PICKS: Jeff Teague, G, 6-1, Wake Forest (first round) -- The Hawks had to have a young point guard added to the mix with the loss of Acie Law IV. And in a draft dripping with point guard talent, Teague could prove to be a steal at 19. Sergiy Gladyr,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-07-10]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-3022.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[How long does it take to turn an eternal weakness into a strength? About two and half weeks for Hawks general manager Rick Sund. With Mike Bibby's agreement on a new three-year, $18 million deal on July 7, the day before free agents could sign contracts, ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-07-10]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-3017.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Zaza Pachulia said it four years ago but no one took him seriously at the time. He said he was going to become a part of the fabric of Atlanta and the Hawks, a bold statement at the time for a 21-year-old free agent center still in the diaper stage of]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-07-10]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-3018.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DRAFT PICKS: Jeff Teague, G, 6-1, Wake Forest (first round) -- The Hawks had to have a young point guard added to the mix with the loss of Acie Law IV. And in a draft dripping with point guard talent, Teague could prove to be a steal at 19. Sergiy Gladyr,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-07-10]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-3019.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[How long does it take to turn an eternal weakness into a strength? About two and half weeks for Hawks general manager Rick Sund. With Mike Bibby's agreement on a new three-year, $18 million deal on July 7, the day before free agents could sign contracts, ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[These days, Atlanta is a chic NBA destination]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/these-days-atlanta-is-a-chic-nba-destination.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Give Billy Knight credit. (Yes, Billy Knight.) Back in the winter of 2004, as he was dumping salary and trading Rasheed Wallace after one game as a Hawk, the general manager spoke of the need to rearrange more than personnel.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks' big man returns]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-big-man-returns.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Four years ago, Zaza Pachulia said he planned to make himself comfortable in Atlanta.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[76ers, Andre Miller about to part ways? ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/76ers-andre-miller-about-to-part-ways-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ORLANDO - Six months ago, the76ers were talking as if Andre Miller was a necessity, as though having a team without him would be like walking into the gym without a ball.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who needs NBA? Just cross the sea]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/who-needs-nba-just-cross-the-sea.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Finding Jeff Newton in the summer is easy. Just check the gym.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[AP source: Hawks reach deal with Pachulia]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/ap-source-hawks-reach-deal-with-pachulia.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks are making moves to keep together a roster that has made two straight playoff appearances.The Hawks have reached an agreement to re-sign center Zaza Pachulia to a four-year contract, a person with knowledge of the negotiations told The A]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Agent: Bibby has 3-year deal to stay wtih Hawks 2009-07-07]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/agent-bibby-has-3-year-deal-to-stay-wtih-hawks-3016.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks are keeping the point guard who has led the team to two straight playoff appearances.The Hawks and Mike Bibby have reached an agreement on a three-year contract, a person with knowledge of the negotiations said Tuesday. The person reques]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ferry, Brown head to L.A., court free agents ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/ferry-brown-head-to-l-a-court-free-agents-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2009 07:15:25 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cavaliers]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks reach agreement with Bibby]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-reach-agreement-with-bibby.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2009 07:15:25 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks have reached an agreement to re-sign Mike Bibby to a three-year deal.Bibby's agent, David Falk, said Tuesday he has reached an "oral understanding" that will allow the Hawks to retain the point guard who has led the team to two straight ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Agent: Bibby has 3-year deal to stay wtih Hawks]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/agent-bibby-has-3-year-deal-to-stay-wtih-hawks.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2009 07:15:25 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks are keeping the point guard who has led the team to two straight playoff appearances.The Hawks and Mike Bibby have reached an agreement on a three-year contract, a person with knowledge of the negotiations said Tuesday. The person reques]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Free agents merit look by Hawks ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/free-agents-merit-look-by-hawks-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2009 07:15:28 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ben Gordon and Charlie Villanueva are off the free-agent board already. By the time the holiday weekend has ended they'll probably have company.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reviewing the big offseason moves this year]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/reviewing-the-big-offseason-moves-this-year.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2009 07:15:28 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[KG+'Sheed=Eastern Conference champs. See what other formulas Professor Charley Rosen has come up with this offseason.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-07-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-3005.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2009 07:15:28 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DRAFT PICKS: Jeff Teague, G, 6-1, Wake Forest (first round) -- The Hawks had to have a young point guard added to the mix with the loss of Acie Law IV. And in a draft dripping with point guard talent, Teague could prove to be a steal at 19. Sergiy Gladyr,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-07-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-3006.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2009 07:15:28 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks learned from their first mistake. They didn't pass up the Wake Forest point guard this time. Sure, Jeff Teague is no Chris Paul. But just in case he's on that path, the Hawks snagged him in the draft over other coveted players rated just as hi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-07-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-3007.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2009 07:15:28 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks used draft day and night to clean out the old and bring in the new on the point guard front. Jamal Crawford (via trade) and Jeff Teague (19th pick in draft) make up the new. Acie Law IV and Speedy Claxton are the old guard, having been shipped t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[For Sixers, search for veteran point guard continues ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/for-sixers-search-for-veteran-point-guard-continues-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2009 07:15:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[So in the case of Mike Bibby and the76ers, who called whom?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-07-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-3000.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2009 07:15:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DRAFT PICKS: Jeff Teague, G, 6-1, Wake Forest (first round) -- The Hawks had to have a young point guard added to the mix with the loss of Acie Law IV. And in a draft dripping with point guard talent, Teague could prove to be a steal at 19. Sergiy Gladyr,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-07-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-3001.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2009 07:15:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks learned from their first mistake. They didn't pass up the Wake Forest point guard this time. Sure, Jeff Teague is no Chris Paul. But just in case he's on that path, the Hawks snagged him in the draft over other coveted players rated just as hi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-07-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-3002.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2009 07:15:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks used draft day and night to clean out the old and bring in the new on the point guard front. Jamal Crawford (via trade) and Jeff Teague (19th pick in draft) make up the new. Acie Law IV and Speedy Claxton are the old guard, having been shipped t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-07-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2996.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2009 07:15:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DRAFT PICKS: Jeff Teague, G, 6-1, Wake Forest (first round) -- The Hawks had to have a young point guard added to the mix with the loss of Acie Law IV. And in a draft dripping with point guard talent, Teague could prove to be a steal at 19. Sergiy Gladyr,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-07-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2997.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2009 07:15:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks learned from their first mistake. They didn't pass up the Wake Forest point guard this time. Sure, Jeff Teague is no Chris Paul. But just in case he's on that path, the Hawks snagged him in the draft over other coveted players rated just as hi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-07-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2998.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2009 07:15:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks used draft day and night to clean out the old and bring in the new on the point guard front. Jamal Crawford (via trade) and Jeff Teague (19th pick in draft) make up the new. Acie Law IV and Speedy Claxton are the old guard, having been shipped t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[76ers' offer to Bibby was for 1 year ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/76ers-offer-to-bibby-was-for-1-year-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2009 07:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In an effort to entice point guard Mike Bibby to join the76ers, team president and general manager Ed Stefanski offered the Atlanta Hawks' free agent a one-year deal this week, said a source who was close to the situation. But Bibby apparently wasn't inte]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-07-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2993.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2009 07:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DRAFT PICKS: Jeff Teague, G, 6-1, Wake Forest (first round) -- The Hawks had to have a young point guard added to the mix with the loss of Acie Law IV. And in a draft dripping with point guard talent, Teague could prove to be a steal at 19. Sergiy Gladyr,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-07-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2994.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2009 07:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks learned from their first mistake. They didn't pass up the Wake Forest point guard this time. Sure, Jeff Teague is no Chris Paul. But just in case he's on that path, the Hawks snagged him in the draft over other coveted players rated just as hi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-07-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2995.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2009 07:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks used draft day and night to clean out the old and bring in the new on the point guard front. Jamal Crawford (via trade) and Jeff Teague (19th pick in draft) make up the new. Acie Law IV and Speedy Claxton are the old guard, having been shipped t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Watson taking Warriors' point guard adds in stride ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/watson-taking-warriors-point-guard-adds-in-stride-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[You might expectWarriors point guard C.J. Watson to be upset about theWarriors adding three point guards this offseason. You might expect him, being a restricted free agent, to pray theWarriors let him sign with another team.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Watson ready to compete in Warriors' crowded point guard derby ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/watson-ready-to-compete-in-warriors-crowded-point-guard-derby-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[You might expectWarriors point guard C.J. Watson to be upset about theWarriors adding three point guards this off-season. You might expect him, being a restricted free agent, to pray theWarriors let him sign with another team.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-07-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2989.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DRAFT PICKS: Jeff Teague, G, 6-1, Wake Forest (first round) -- The Hawks had to have a young point guard added to the mix with the loss of Acie Law IV. And in a draft dripping with point guard talent, Teague could prove to be a steal at 19. Sergiy Gladyr,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-07-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2990.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks learned from their first mistake. They didn't pass up the Wake Forest point guard this time. Sure, Jeff Teague is no Chris Paul. But just in case he's on that path, the Hawks snagged him in the draft over other coveted players rated just as hi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-07-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2991.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks used draft day and night to clean out the old and bring in the new on the point guard front. Jamal Crawford (via trade) and Jeff Teague (19th pick in draft) make up the new. Acie Law IV and Speedy Claxton are the old guard, having been shipped t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-07-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2982.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DRAFT PICKS: Jeff Teague, G, 6-1, Wake Forest (first round) -- The Hawks had to have a young point guard added to the mix with the loss of Acie Law IV. And in a draft dripping with point guard talent, Teague could prove to be a steal at 19. Sergiy Gladyr,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-07-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2983.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks learned from their first mistake. They didn't pass up the Wake Forest point guard this time. Sure, Jeff Teague is no Chris Paul. But just in case he's on that path, the Hawks snagged him in the draft over other coveted players rated just as hi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-07-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2984.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks used draft day and night to clean out the old and bring in the new on the point guard front. Jamal Crawford (via trade) and Jeff Teague (19th pick in draft) make up the new. Acie Law IV and Speedy Claxton are the old guard, having been shipped t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[THE MAIN EVENT]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/the-main-event.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[NBA teams can begin negotiating with free agents Tuesday night at midnight.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Amare deal on life support ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/amare-deal-on-life-support-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[OAKLAND What seemed like a near certainty on draft night theWarriors acquiring power forward Amare Stoudemire has fizzled into an unlikely trade.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA scramble begins]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-scramble-begins.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hawks general manager Rick Sund doesn't have enough hands for all the phones he'll need for keeping things straight this month in free agency.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[No shifting of this House]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/no-shifting-of-this-house.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Eddie House decided yesterday against free agency and will remain with theCeltics next season, according to his agent, Mark Bartelstein. House, who could have exercised a player option and declared for free agency today, has one year remaining on a contra]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Checking rumors, roster, surgery]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/checking-rumors-roster-surgery.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The day before the NBA's "moratorium" week began, theWarriors on Tuesday made plenty of noise with trade rumors that seemingly won't cease, the release of an intriguing summer-league roster and the announcement of Corey Maggette's surgery.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Acie Law looks forward to playing for Warriors ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/acie-law-looks-forward-to-playing-for-warriors-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Point guard Acie Law didn't get much of a chance to play with the Atlanta Hawks. His second season was spent behind starter Mike Bibby and backup Flip Murray.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jazz to share Flash affiliation with Hawks next season ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/jazz-to-share-flash-affiliation-with-hawks-next-season-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The NBA on Monday announced that theJazz will share their NBA Development League affiliate, the Orem-based Utah Flash, with the Atlanta Hawks. TheJazz most recently shared the Flash with the Boston Celtics, who now will be affiliated in the 16-team D-Leag]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Making sense out of dollar days Nuggets' plan for free agency sets up dance around luxury-tax limit ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/making-sense-out-of-dollar-days-nuggets-plan-for-free-agency-sets-up-dance-around-luxury-tax-limit-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's hard enough to get deep into the playoffs, but staying at that level is even more difficult. What theNuggets do in July might go a long way toward determining their staying power.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Andre Miller is 76ers' No. 1 concern ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/andre-miller-is-76ers-no-1-concern-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2009 07:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[This summer's free agency - like most76ers possessions the last 21/2 seasons - begins with point guard Andre Miller.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Law jumps at second chance with Warriors ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/law-jumps-at-second-chance-with-warriors-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2009 07:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[OAKLAND Point guard Acie Law didn't get much of a chance to play with the Atlanta Hawks. His second NBA season was spent trapped behind starter Mike Bibby and backup Flip Murray.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Guards aplenty, but Law's aboard]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/guards-aplenty-but-law-s-aboard.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2009 07:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Acie Law was at a barber shop when an NBA opportunity finally might have arrived.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-06-30]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2973.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2009 07:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks learned from their first mistake. They didn't pass up the Wake Forest point guard this time. Sure, Jeff Teague is no Chris Paul. But just in case he's on that path, the Hawks snagged him in the draft over other coveted players rated just as hi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-06-30]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2974.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2009 07:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DRAFT PICKS: Jeff Teague, G, 6-1, Wake Forest (first round) -- The Hawks had to have a young point guard added to the mix with the loss of Acie Law IV. And in a draft dripping with point guard talent, Teague could prove to be a steal at 19. Sergiy Gladyr,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-06-30]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2975.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2009 07:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks used draft day and night to clean out the old and bring in the new on the point guard front. Jamal Crawford (via trade) and Jeff Teague (19th pick in draft) make up the new. Acie Law IV and Speedy Claxton are the old guard, having been shipped t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks turn out to be winners ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-turn-out-to-be-winners-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2009 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The standard line teams use after the NBA draft is that you need to wait two or three years to grade the winners and losers.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-06-28]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2967.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2009 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks learned from their first mistake. They didn't pass up the Wake Forest point guard this time. Sure, Jeff Teague is no Chris Paul. But just in case he's on that path, the Hawks snagged him in the draft over other coveted players rated just as hi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-06-28]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2968.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2009 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DRAFT PICKS: Jeff Teague, G, 6-1, Wake Forest (first round) -- The Hawks had to have a young point guard added to the mix with the loss of Acie Law IV. And in a draft dripping with point guard talent, Teague could prove to be a steal at 19. Sergiy Gladyr,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-06-28]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2969.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2009 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks used draft day and night to clean out the old and bring in the new on the point guard front. 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But just in case he's on that path, the Hawks snagged him in the draft over other coveted players rated just as hi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-06-28]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2963.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2009 07:15:21 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DRAFT PICKS: Jeff Teague, G, 6-1, Wake Forest (first round) -- The Hawks had to have a young point guard added to the mix with the loss of Acie Law IV. And in a draft dripping with point guard talent, Teague could prove to be a steal at 19. Sergiy Gladyr,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-06-28]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2964.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2009 07:15:21 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks used draft day and night to clean out the old and bring in the new on the point guard front. 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And in a draft dripping with point guard talent, Teague could prove to be a steal at 19. Sergiy Gladyr,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-06-27]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2959.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks learned from their first mistake. They didn't pass up the Wake Forest point guard this time. Sure, Jeff Teague is no Chris Paul. But just in case he's on that path, the Hawks snagged him in the draft over other coveted players rated just as hi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-06-27]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2960.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks used draft day and night to clean out the old and bring in the new on the point guard front. Jamal Crawford (via trade) and Jeff Teague (19th pick in draft) make up the new. Acie Law IV and Speedy Claxton are the old guard, having been shipped t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cavs, Magic strike deals ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/cavs-magic-strike-deals-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[NEW YORK -- With experts panning the 2009 NBA draft Thursday as weak compared to recent years, Eastern Conference contenders opted to improve with draft-day trades.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Magic acquires big scorer in Carter ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/magic-acquires-big-scorer-in-carter-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2009 07:15:31 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Compiled from Times wires]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[This time, we might give Hawks benefit of doubt ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/this-time-we-might-give-hawks-benefit-of-doubt-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2009 07:15:31 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A few days before the draft,Hawks general manager Rick Sund sat in a conference room down the hall from his office, beaming about the franchise's present and future.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warriors still need a big man ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/warriors-still-need-a-big-man-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2009 07:15:31 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After selecting Stephen Curry with the No. 7 pick in the NBA draft Thursday,Warriors General Manager Larry Riley said there remains a need for a big man who can defend and rebound. And he said he wouldn't mind alleviating the logjam at shooting guard to a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warriors notebook: Trades remain possibility ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/warriors-notebook-trades-remain-possibility-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2009 07:15:31 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[OAKLAND After selecting Stephen Curry with the No. 7 pick in Thursday's NBA draft,Warriors general manager Larry Riley said there remains a need for a big man who can defend and rebound. And he said he wouldn't mind alleviating the logjam at shooting guar]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trade brings together Shaq, LeBron ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/trade-brings-together-shaq-lebron-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2009 07:15:31 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[CLEVELAND The Cleveland Cavaliers executed a monster trade Thursday to unite two superstars, acquiring Shaquille O'Neal from the Phoenix Suns in hopes he can help LeBron James deliver this seemingly sports-cursed city its first major pro championship in 4]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Draft Grades: Spurs steal the show]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/draft-grades-spurs-steal-the-show.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2009 07:15:31 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[They didn't have a first-round pick, but somehow the Spurs came away with best haul in the draft. Check out our grades for every team.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Winderman: 2009 NBA draft report card ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/winderman-2009-nba-draft-report-card-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2009 07:15:31 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warriors, Hawks complete trade for Crawford]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/warriors-hawks-complete-trade-for-crawford.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2009 07:15:31 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks got some insurance heading into free agency, acquiring guard Jamal Crawford from the Golden State Warriors on Thursday for little-used guards Acie Law and Speedy Claxton.The trade was completed hours before the NBA draft. Atlanta further beefed ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Golden State trades Crawford to Atlanta ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/golden-state-trades-crawford-to-atlanta-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2009 07:15:31 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Last November,Warriors guard Jamal Crawford was elated about being traded to theWarriors. He was back on the West Coast, he was playing a fun style of play, he was on a team with promise.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warriors unload Crawford to Hawks ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/warriors-unload-crawford-to-hawks-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2009 07:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Last November, guard Jamal Crawford was elated about being traded to theWarriors. He was back on the West Coast, he was playing in a fun offensive system, and he was on a team with promise.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warriors sending Crawford to Hawks ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/warriors-sending-crawford-to-hawks-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2009 07:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In November, Jamal Crawford was elated about being traded to theWarriors. He was back on the West Coast, playing a fun style on a team with promise.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who are these guys? Another wise move ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/who-are-these-guys-another-wise-move-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2009 07:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Are we believing this? TheAtlantaHawks acting boldly? Acting smartly?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[For 76ers, NBA draft is a crapshoot ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/for-76ers-nba-draft-is-a-crapshoot-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2009 07:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Here is the simple truth about tonight's NBA draft at New York's Madison Square Garden: It's unpredictable.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kawakami: Warriors draft choice seems obvious ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/kawakami-warriors-draft-choice-seems-obvious-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2009 07:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If theWarriors had a clear-thinking front office, uncluttered by insecurity and frequent controversy, today's NBA draft would be pretty easy to ace.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Crawford traded for guards Law, Claxton]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/crawford-traded-for-guards-law-claxton.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2009 07:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TheWarriors traded for a point guard Wednesday, a player once considered one of the finest in the nation, but fans shouldn't take this the wrong way: Acie Law, acquired along with guard Speedy Claxton in the deal for Jamal Crawford, is not considered the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who's it going to be? ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/who-s-it-going-to-be-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2009 07:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TheWarriors' acquisition of point guard Acie Law hasn't altered their focus in today's NBA draft. They're still targeting power forward Jordan Hill and guard Stephen Curry as the best possible choices for a team with the No. 7 slot in the first round.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bruce Jenkins' draft preview ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/bruce-jenkins-draft-preview-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2009 07:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mock drafts are a joke. They're interesting until the draft actually starts, at which point they lapse into laughable inaccuracy. Here's a look at tonight's draft in order of team selection in terms of needs, options and consequence:]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2009 NBA mock draft: Version 4.0]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/2009-nba-mock-draft-version-4-0.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2009 07:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hasheem Thabeet and Blake Griffin are ready to hear their names called. NBADraft.net unveils its final mock draft to get you ready.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-06-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2935.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2009 07:15:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MOST VALUABLE PLAYER: For all that Joe Johnson and Josh Smith did for the Hawks, leading the team in just about every statistical category between them, veteran point guard Mike Bibby was the runaway winner for the team's most valuable player. The Hawks d]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-06-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2936.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2009 07:15:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Josh Childress just finished his season in Greece, an uneven year that could very well send the former Hawks swingman back to the states for a second go-round restricted free agency. Childress hasn't tipped his hand about his plans for the summer. But h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-06-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2937.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2009 07:15:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mike Woodson's reward for guiding the Hawks to the second round of the playoffs and a 10-game improvement in the win column this season was another summer of uncertainty about his future. Woodson will enter the 2009-10 season in the final year of his deal]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2009 NBA mock draft: Version 3.0]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/2009-nba-mock-draft-version-3-0.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2009 07:15:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A one-and-done college career seems to have worked out fine for Tyreke Evans. He's rocketing up our latest mock draft.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jazz: Draft jackpot could await Utah in 2010  2009-06-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/jazz-draft-jackpot-could-await-utah-in-2010--2939.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2009 07:15:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As if a 26-56 season wasn't painful enough, watching theJazz slip to sixth in the 2005 NBA Draft lottery was such a punch in the gut, general manager Kevin O'Connor remembers his immediate reaction was to walk out in the middle of the proceedings.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks mull future of talented 7-footer Is Ohio State big man's potential worth the risk?]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-mull-future-of-talented-7-footer-is-ohio-state-big-man-s-potential-worth-the-risk-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2009 07:15:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[B.J. Mullens didn't need a freshman economics class at Ohio State to master the law of supply and demand in the NBA.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Past drafts haunt team ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/past-drafts-haunt-team-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2009 07:15:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Sins from past drafts can haunt NBA franchises for years.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jazz: Draft jackpot could await Utah in 2010 ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/jazz-draft-jackpot-could-await-utah-in-2010-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2009 07:15:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As if a 26-56 season wasn't painful enough, watching theJazz slip to sixth in the 2005 NBA Draft lottery was such a punch in the gut, general manager Kevin O'Connor remembers his immediate reaction was to walk out in the middle of the proceedings.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[VINCE OF TIDES - WAVE OF RUMORS, NO SUBSTANCE TO CARTER TRADE TALKS ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/vince-of-tides-wave-of-rumors-no-substance-to-carter-trade-talks-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2009 07:15:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[WOULDNets owner Bruce Ratner love to reduce payroll? Other than a select few, what NBA owner doesn't?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-06-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2932.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2009 07:15:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Josh Childress just finished his season in Greece, an uneven year that could very well send the former Hawks swingman back to the states for a second go-round restricted free agency. Childress hasn't tipped his hand about his plans for the summer. But h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-06-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2933.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2009 07:15:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MOST VALUABLE PLAYER: For all that Joe Johnson and Josh Smith did for the Hawks, leading the team in just about every statistical category between them, veteran point guard Mike Bibby was the runaway winner for the team's most valuable player. The Hawks d]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-06-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2934.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2009 07:15:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mike Woodson's reward for guiding the Hawks to the second round of the playoffs and a 10-game improvement in the win column this season was another summer of uncertainty about his future. Woodson will enter the 2009-10 season in the final year of his deal]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[HEY, BRIAN! ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hey-brian-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2009 07:15:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Got aCavaliers question? Send it in. Submit your question at cleveland.com/heybrian, and Plain DealerCavaliers beat writer Brian Windhorst will choose at least one to answer each Sunday here in the sports section. All of Brian's answers are archived onlin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-06-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2925.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2009 07:15:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Josh Childress just finished his season in Greece, an uneven year that could very well send the former Hawks swingman back to the states for a second go-round restricted free agency. 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Jeff Goodman unveils his mock draft.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-06-20]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2916.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2009 07:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mike Woodson's reward for guiding the Hawks to the second round of the playoffs and a 10-game improvement in the win column this season was another summer of uncertainty about his future. Woodson will enter the 2009-10 season in the final year of his deal]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-06-20]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2917.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2009 07:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Josh Childress just finished his season in Greece, an uneven year that could very well send the former Hawks swingman back to the states for a second go-round restricted free agency. 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Peter Vecsey says all the guys who called Gasol soft should appreciate this Spaniard's beautiful game.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA['Bron gone: Howard, Magic rule the East 2009-05-31]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/-bron-gone-howard-magic-rule-the-east-2835.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2009 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LeBron James was strangely silent in Game 6 as the Cavs lost the East finals to Orlando and Dwight Howard, Charley Rosen says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[No small wonder Magic will win ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/no-small-wonder-magic-will-win-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[There's a reason Orlando is in the NBA finals and Cleveland is not. 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He didn't realize what kind of toll that volume of work can take on the body until the morning after the Hawks' season e]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-06-03]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2825.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MOST VALUABLE PLAYER: For all that Joe Johnson and Josh Smith did for the Hawks, leading the team in just about every statistical category between them, veteran point guard Mike Bibby was the runaway winner for the team's most valuable player. The Hawks d]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-06-03]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2826.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The autograph and memorabilia exchange between the Hawks on locker clean-out day had a more somber tone than usual. Unlike in years past, when the core of the team knew it would be returning for training camp intact in a few months, there's a level of unc]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Don't gang up on quiet James 2009-06-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/don-t-gang-up-on-quiet-james-2827.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The media is coming out in droves to bash LeBron, but Peter Vecsey says he's got the King's back in this fight.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pau isn't soft ... and it's time you realize it 2009-06-01]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/pau-isn-t-soft-and-it-s-time-you-realize-it-2828.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[How do you like Pau now? Peter Vecsey says all the guys who called Gasol soft should appreciate this Spaniard's beautiful game.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA['Bron gone: Howard, Magic rule the East 2009-05-31]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/-bron-gone-howard-magic-rule-the-east-2829.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LeBron James was strangely silent in Game 6 as the Cavs lost the East finals to Orlando and Dwight Howard, Charley Rosen says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-06-03]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2816.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2009 07:15:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Joe Johnson played more minutes during the regular season than any other player in the NBA other than Philadelphia's Andre Iguodala. He didn't realize what kind of toll that volume of work can take on the body until the morning after the Hawks' season e]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-06-03]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2817.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2009 07:15:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MOST VALUABLE PLAYER: For all that Joe Johnson and Josh Smith did for the Hawks, leading the team in just about every statistical category between them, veteran point guard Mike Bibby was the runaway winner for the team's most valuable player. The Hawks d]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-06-03]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2818.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2009 07:15:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The autograph and memorabilia exchange between the Hawks on locker clean-out day had a more somber tone than usual. Unlike in years past, when the core of the team knew it would be returning for training camp intact in a few months, there's a level of unc]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Don't gang up on quiet James]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/don-t-gang-up-on-quiet-james.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2009 07:15:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The media is coming out in droves to bash LeBron, but Peter Vecsey says he's got the King's back in this fight.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pau isn't soft ... and it's time you realize it 2009-06-01]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/pau-isn-t-soft-and-it-s-time-you-realize-it-2820.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2009 07:15:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[How do you like Pau now? Peter Vecsey says all the guys who called Gasol soft should appreciate this Spaniard's beautiful game.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA['Bron gone: Howard, Magic rule the East 2009-05-31]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/-bron-gone-howard-magic-rule-the-east-2821.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2009 07:15:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LeBron James was strangely silent in Game 6 as the Cavs lost the East finals to Orlando and Dwight Howard, Charley Rosen says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks not likely to acquire a stallion ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-not-likely-to-acquire-a-stallion-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[My Opinion]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pau isn't soft ... and it's time you realize it 2009-06-01]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/pau-isn-t-soft-and-it-s-time-you-realize-it-2810.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[How do you like Pau now? Peter Vecsey says all the guys who called Gasol soft should appreciate this Spaniard's beautiful game.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-05-31]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2811.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Joe Johnson played more minutes during the regular season than any other player in the NBA other than Philadelphia's Andre Iguodala. He didn't realize what kind of toll that volume of work can take on the body until the morning after the Hawks' season e]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-05-31]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2812.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MOST VALUABLE PLAYER: For all that Joe Johnson and Josh Smith did for the Hawks, leading the team in just about every statistical category between them, veteran point guard Mike Bibby was the runaway winner for the team's most valuable player. The Hawks d]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-05-31]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2813.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The autograph and memorabilia exchange between the Hawks on locker clean-out day had a more somber tone than usual. Unlike in years past, when the core of the team knew it would be returning for training camp intact in a few months, there's a level of unc]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA['Bron gone: Howard, Magic rule the East 2009-05-31]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/-bron-gone-howard-magic-rule-the-east-2814.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LeBron James was strangely silent in Game 6 as the Cavs lost the East finals to Orlando and Dwight Howard, Charley Rosen says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woodson undeterred in final year of contract  2009-05-23]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/woodson-undeterred-in-final-year-of-contract--2815.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[What looks like pressure to some people looks like an opportunity toHawks coach Mike Woodson.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pau isn't soft ... and it's time you realize it]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/pau-isn-t-soft-and-it-s-time-you-realize-it.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2009 07:15:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[How do you like Pau now? Peter Vecsey says all the guys who called Gasol soft should appreciate this Spaniard's beautiful game.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-05-31]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2804.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2009 07:15:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Joe Johnson played more minutes during the regular season than any other player in the NBA other than Philadelphia's Andre Iguodala. He didn't realize what kind of toll that volume of work can take on the body until the morning after the Hawks' season e]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-05-31]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2805.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2009 07:15:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MOST VALUABLE PLAYER: For all that Joe Johnson and Josh Smith did for the Hawks, leading the team in just about every statistical category between them, veteran point guard Mike Bibby was the runaway winner for the team's most valuable player. The Hawks d]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-05-31]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2806.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2009 07:15:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The autograph and memorabilia exchange between the Hawks on locker clean-out day had a more somber tone than usual. Unlike in years past, when the core of the team knew it would be returning for training camp intact in a few months, there's a level of unc]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA['Bron gone: Howard, Magic rule the East 2009-05-31]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/-bron-gone-howard-magic-rule-the-east-2807.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2009 07:15:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LeBron James was strangely silent in Game 6 as the Cavs lost the East finals to Orlando and Dwight Howard, Charley Rosen says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woodson undeterred in final year of contract  2009-05-23]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/woodson-undeterred-in-final-year-of-contract--2808.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2009 07:15:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[What looks like pressure to some people looks like an opportunity toHawks coach Mike Woodson.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-05-31]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2797.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Joe Johnson played more minutes during the regular season than any other player in the NBA other than Philadelphia's Andre Iguodala. He didn't realize what kind of toll that volume of work can take on the body until the morning after the Hawks' season e]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-05-31]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2798.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MOST VALUABLE PLAYER: For all that Joe Johnson and Josh Smith did for the Hawks, leading the team in just about every statistical category between them, veteran point guard Mike Bibby was the runaway winner for the team's most valuable player. The Hawks d]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-05-31]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2799.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The autograph and memorabilia exchange between the Hawks on locker clean-out day had a more somber tone than usual. Unlike in years past, when the core of the team knew it would be returning for training camp intact in a few months, there's a level of unc]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA['Bron gone: Howard, Magic rule the East]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/-bron-gone-howard-magic-rule-the-east.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LeBron James was strangely silent in Game 6 as the Cavs lost the East finals to Orlando and Dwight Howard, Charley Rosen says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woodson undeterred in final year of contract  2009-05-23]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/woodson-undeterred-in-final-year-of-contract--2801.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[What looks like pressure to some people looks like an opportunity toHawks coach Mike Woodson.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKETS SUMMARY  2009-05-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-summary--2802.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[More work ahead]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-05-30]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2791.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MOST VALUABLE PLAYER: For all that Joe Johnson and Josh Smith did for the Hawks, leading the team in just about every statistical category between them, veteran point guard Mike Bibby was the runaway winner for the team's most valuable player. The Hawks d]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-05-30]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2792.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Joe Johnson played more minutes during the regular season than any other player in the NBA other than Philadelphia's Andre Iguodala. He didn't realize what kind of toll that volume of work can take on the body until the morning after the Hawks' season e]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-05-30]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2793.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The autograph and memorabilia exchange between the Hawks on locker clean-out day had a more somber tone than usual. Unlike in years past, when the core of the team knew it would be returning for training camp intact in a few months, there's a level of unc]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woodson undeterred in final year of contract  2009-05-23]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/woodson-undeterred-in-final-year-of-contract--2794.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[What looks like pressure to some people looks like an opportunity toHawks coach Mike Woodson.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKETS SUMMARY  2009-05-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-summary--2795.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[More work ahead]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2009 NBA PLAYOFFS 2009-05-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/2009-nba-playoffs-2796.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Looking back on the stated keys before the Eastern Conference semifinal series, it's no shock theCeltics have to work a seventh game against the Magic. In fact, considering how they've failed to press their advantages on a more regular basis, perhaps it's]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-05-29]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2785.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Joe Johnson played more minutes during the regular season than any other player in the NBA other than Philadelphia's Andre Iguodala. He didn't realize what kind of toll that volume of work can take on the body until the morning after the Hawks' season e]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-05-29]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2786.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MOST VALUABLE PLAYER: For all that Joe Johnson and Josh Smith did for the Hawks, leading the team in just about every statistical category between them, veteran point guard Mike Bibby was the runaway winner for the team's most valuable player. The Hawks d]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-05-29]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2787.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The autograph and memorabilia exchange between the Hawks on locker clean-out day had a more somber tone than usual. Unlike in years past, when the core of the team knew it would be returning for training camp intact in a few months, there's a level of unc]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woodson undeterred in final year of contract  2009-05-23]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/woodson-undeterred-in-final-year-of-contract--2788.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[What looks like pressure to some people looks like an opportunity toHawks coach Mike Woodson.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKETS SUMMARY  2009-05-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-summary--2789.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[More work ahead]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2009 NBA PLAYOFFS 2009-05-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/2009-nba-playoffs-2790.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Looking back on the stated keys before the Eastern Conference semifinal series, it's no shock theCeltics have to work a seventh game against the Magic. In fact, considering how they've failed to press their advantages on a more regular basis, perhaps it's]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-05-28]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2779.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2009 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MOST VALUABLE PLAYER: For all that Joe Johnson and Josh Smith did for the Hawks, leading the team in just about every statistical category between them, veteran point guard Mike Bibby was the runaway winner for the team's most valuable player. The Hawks d]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-05-28]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2780.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2009 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Joe Johnson played more minutes during the regular season than any other player in the NBA other than Philadelphia's Andre Iguodala. He didn't realize what kind of toll that volume of work can take on the body until the morning after the Hawks' season e]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-05-28]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2781.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2009 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The autograph and memorabilia exchange between the Hawks on locker clean-out day had a more somber tone than usual. Unlike in years past, when the core of the team knew it would be returning for training camp intact in a few months, there's a level of unc]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woodson undeterred in final year of contract  2009-05-23]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/woodson-undeterred-in-final-year-of-contract--2782.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2009 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[What looks like pressure to some people looks like an opportunity toHawks coach Mike Woodson.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKETS SUMMARY  2009-05-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-summary--2783.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2009 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[More work ahead]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2009 NBA PLAYOFFS 2009-05-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/2009-nba-playoffs-2784.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2009 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Looking back on the stated keys before the Eastern Conference semifinal series, it's no shock theCeltics have to work a seventh game against the Magic. In fact, considering how they've failed to press their advantages on a more regular basis, perhaps it's]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA INSIDER]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-insider.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Clippers won the NBA lottery Tuesday and wasted no time announcing they plan to take Oklahoma power forward Blake Griffin with the top overall pick in the June draft.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-05-27]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2773.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Joe Johnson played more minutes during the regular season than any other player in the NBA other than Philadelphia's Andre Iguodala. He didn't realize what kind of toll that volume of work can take on the body until the morning after the Hawks' season e]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-05-27]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2774.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MOST VALUABLE PLAYER: For all that Joe Johnson and Josh Smith did for the Hawks, leading the team in just about every statistical category between them, veteran point guard Mike Bibby was the runaway winner for the team's most valuable player. The Hawks d]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-05-27]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2775.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The autograph and memorabilia exchange between the Hawks on locker clean-out day had a more somber tone than usual. Unlike in years past, when the core of the team knew it would be returning for training camp intact in a few months, there's a level of unc]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woodson undeterred in final year of contract  2009-05-23]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/woodson-undeterred-in-final-year-of-contract--2776.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[What looks like pressure to some people looks like an opportunity toHawks coach Mike Woodson.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKETS SUMMARY  2009-05-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-summary--2777.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[More work ahead]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2009 NBA PLAYOFFS 2009-05-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/2009-nba-playoffs-2778.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Looking back on the stated keys before the Eastern Conference semifinal series, it's no shock theCeltics have to work a seventh game against the Magic. In fact, considering how they've failed to press their advantages on a more regular basis, perhaps it's]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-05-26]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2765.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2009 07:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Joe Johnson played more minutes during the regular season than any other player in the NBA other than Philadelphia's Andre Iguodala. He didn't realize what kind of toll that volume of work can take on the body until the morning after the Hawks' season e]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-05-26]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2766.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2009 07:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MOST VALUABLE PLAYER: For all that Joe Johnson and Josh Smith did for the Hawks, leading the team in just about every statistical category between them, veteran point guard Mike Bibby was the runaway winner for the team's most valuable player. The Hawks d]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-05-26]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2767.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2009 07:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The autograph and memorabilia exchange between the Hawks on locker clean-out day had a more somber tone than usual. Unlike in years past, when the core of the team knew it would be returning for training camp intact in a few months, there's a level of unc]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woodson undeterred in final year of contract  2009-05-23]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/woodson-undeterred-in-final-year-of-contract--2768.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2009 07:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[What looks like pressure to some people looks like an opportunity toHawks coach Mike Woodson.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKETS SUMMARY  2009-05-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-summary--2769.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2009 07:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[More work ahead]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2009 NBA PLAYOFFS 2009-05-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/2009-nba-playoffs-2770.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2009 07:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Looking back on the stated keys before the Eastern Conference semifinal series, it's no shock theCeltics have to work a seventh game against the Magic. In fact, considering how they've failed to press their advantages on a more regular basis, perhaps it's]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cavs are rolling, but they can be beaten 2009-05-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/cavs-are-rolling-but-they-can-be-beaten-2771.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2009 07:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[King James and the Cavs are 8-0 in the postseason. But all evidence to the contrary, Randy Hill says they're not unbeatable.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-05-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2758.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2009 07:15:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MOST VALUABLE PLAYER: For all that Joe Johnson and Josh Smith did for the Hawks, leading the team in just about every statistical category between them, veteran point guard Mike Bibby was the runaway winner for the team's most valuable player. The Hawks d]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-05-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2759.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2009 07:15:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The autograph and memorabilia exchange between the Hawks on locker clean-out day had a more somber tone than usual. Unlike in years past, when the core of the team knew it would be returning for training camp intact in a few months, there's a level of unc]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-05-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2760.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2009 07:15:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Joe Johnson played more minutes during the regular season than any other player in the NBA other than Philadelphia's Andre Iguodala. He didn't realize what kind of toll that volume of work can take on the body until the morning after the Hawks' season e]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woodson undeterred in final year of contract  2009-05-23]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/woodson-undeterred-in-final-year-of-contract--2761.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2009 07:15:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[What looks like pressure to some people looks like an opportunity toHawks coach Mike Woodson.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKETS SUMMARY  2009-05-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-summary--2762.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2009 07:15:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[More work ahead]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2009 NBA PLAYOFFS 2009-05-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/2009-nba-playoffs-2763.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2009 07:15:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Looking back on the stated keys before the Eastern Conference semifinal series, it's no shock theCeltics have to work a seventh game against the Magic. In fact, considering how they've failed to press their advantages on a more regular basis, perhaps it's]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cavs are rolling, but they can be beaten 2009-05-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/cavs-are-rolling-but-they-can-be-beaten-2764.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2009 07:15:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[King James and the Cavs are 8-0 in the postseason. But all evidence to the contrary, Randy Hill says they're not unbeatable.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-05-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2751.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2009 07:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MOST VALUABLE PLAYER: For all that Joe Johnson and Josh Smith did for the Hawks, leading the team in just about every statistical category between them, veteran point guard Mike Bibby was the runaway winner for the team's most valuable player. The Hawks d]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-05-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2752.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2009 07:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Joe Johnson played more minutes during the regular season than any other player in the NBA other than Philadelphia's Andre Iguodala. He didn't realize what kind of toll that volume of work can take on the body until the morning after the Hawks' season e]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-05-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2753.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2009 07:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The autograph and memorabilia exchange between the Hawks on locker clean-out day had a more somber tone than usual. Unlike in years past, when the core of the team knew it would be returning for training camp intact in a few months, there's a level of unc]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woodson undeterred in final year of contract  2009-05-23]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/woodson-undeterred-in-final-year-of-contract--2754.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2009 07:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[What looks like pressure to some people looks like an opportunity toHawks coach Mike Woodson.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKETS SUMMARY  2009-05-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-summary--2755.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2009 07:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[More work ahead]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2009 NBA PLAYOFFS 2009-05-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/2009-nba-playoffs-2756.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2009 07:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Looking back on the stated keys before the Eastern Conference semifinal series, it's no shock theCeltics have to work a seventh game against the Magic. In fact, considering how they've failed to press their advantages on a more regular basis, perhaps it's]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cavs are rolling, but they can be beaten 2009-05-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/cavs-are-rolling-but-they-can-be-beaten-2757.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2009 07:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[King James and the Cavs are 8-0 in the postseason. But all evidence to the contrary, Randy Hill says they're not unbeatable.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-05-23]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2743.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2009 07:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Joe Johnson played more minutes during the regular season than any other player in the NBA other than Philadelphia's Andre Iguodala. He didn't realize what kind of toll that volume of work can take on the body until the morning after the Hawks' season e]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-05-23]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2744.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2009 07:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MOST VALUABLE PLAYER: For all that Joe Johnson and Josh Smith did for the Hawks, leading the team in just about every statistical category between them, veteran point guard Mike Bibby was the runaway winner for the team's most valuable player. The Hawks d]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-05-23]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2745.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2009 07:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The autograph and memorabilia exchange between the Hawks on locker clean-out day had a more somber tone than usual. Unlike in years past, when the core of the team knew it would be returning for training camp intact in a few months, there's a level of unc]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cleveland now has a shot it wants to remember]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/cleveland-now-has-a-shot-it-wants-to-remember.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2009 07:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Not only did LeBron's 3-pointer at the buzzer tie the East finals, it was sweet relief to suffering Cleveland fans, Kerouac Smith says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woodson undeterred in final year of contract  2009-05-23]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/woodson-undeterred-in-final-year-of-contract--2747.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2009 07:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[What looks like pressure to some people looks like an opportunity toHawks coach Mike Woodson.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKETS SUMMARY  2009-05-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-summary--2748.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2009 07:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[More work ahead]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2009 NBA PLAYOFFS 2009-05-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/2009-nba-playoffs-2749.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2009 07:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Looking back on the stated keys before the Eastern Conference semifinal series, it's no shock theCeltics have to work a seventh game against the Magic. In fact, considering how they've failed to press their advantages on a more regular basis, perhaps it's]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cavs are rolling, but they can be beaten 2009-05-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/cavs-are-rolling-but-they-can-be-beaten-2750.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2009 07:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[King James and the Cavs are 8-0 in the postseason. But all evidence to the contrary, Randy Hill says they're not unbeatable.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woodson undeterred in final year of contract ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/woodson-undeterred-in-final-year-of-contract-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2009 07:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[What looks like pressure to some people looks like an opportunity toHawks coach Mike Woodson.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-05-22]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2736.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2009 07:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Joe Johnson played more minutes during the regular season than any other player in the NBA other than Philadelphia's Andre Iguodala. He didn't realize what kind of toll that volume of work can take on the body until the morning after the Hawks' season e]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-05-22]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2737.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2009 07:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MOST VALUABLE PLAYER: For all that Joe Johnson and Josh Smith did for the Hawks, leading the team in just about every statistical category between them, veteran point guard Mike Bibby was the runaway winner for the team's most valuable player. The Hawks d]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-05-22]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2738.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2009 07:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The autograph and memorabilia exchange between the Hawks on locker clean-out day had a more somber tone than usual. Unlike in years past, when the core of the team knew it would be returning for training camp intact in a few months, there's a level of unc]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKETS SUMMARY  2009-05-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-summary--2739.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2009 07:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[More work ahead]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2009 NBA PLAYOFFS 2009-05-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/2009-nba-playoffs-2740.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2009 07:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Looking back on the stated keys before the Eastern Conference semifinal series, it's no shock theCeltics have to work a seventh game against the Magic. In fact, considering how they've failed to press their advantages on a more regular basis, perhaps it's]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cavs are rolling, but they can be beaten 2009-05-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/cavs-are-rolling-but-they-can-be-beaten-2741.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2009 07:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[King James and the Cavs are 8-0 in the postseason. But all evidence to the contrary, Randy Hill says they're not unbeatable.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Roster, draft fill Hawks' to-do list  2009-05-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/roster-draft-fill-hawks-to-do-list--2742.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2009 07:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The good vibrations from a 47-win season and first-round playoff series win were undone by the four-game sweep against Cleveland in the Eastern Conference semifinals.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-05-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2728.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2009 07:15:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Joe Johnson played more minutes during the regular season than any other player in the NBA other than Philadelphia's Andre Iguodala. He didn't realize what kind of toll that volume of work can take on the body until the morning after the Hawks' season e]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-05-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2729.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2009 07:15:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MOST VALUABLE PLAYER: For all that Joe Johnson and Josh Smith did for the Hawks, leading the team in just about every statistical category between them, veteran point guard Mike Bibby was the runaway winner for the team's most valuable player. The Hawks d]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-05-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2730.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2009 07:15:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The autograph and memorabilia exchange between the Hawks on locker clean-out day had a more somber tone than usual. Unlike in years past, when the core of the team knew it would be returning for training camp intact in a few months, there's a level of unc]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKETS SUMMARY  2009-05-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-summary--2731.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2009 07:15:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[More work ahead]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2009 NBA PLAYOFFS 2009-05-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/2009-nba-playoffs-2732.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2009 07:15:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Looking back on the stated keys before the Eastern Conference semifinal series, it's no shock theCeltics have to work a seventh game against the Magic. In fact, considering how they've failed to press their advantages on a more regular basis, perhaps it's]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cavs are rolling, but they can be beaten 2009-05-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/cavs-are-rolling-but-they-can-be-beaten-2733.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2009 07:15:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[King James and the Cavs are 8-0 in the postseason. But all evidence to the contrary, Randy Hill says they're not unbeatable.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Roster, draft fill Hawks' to-do list  2009-05-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/roster-draft-fill-hawks-to-do-list--2734.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2009 07:15:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The good vibrations from a 47-win season and first-round playoff series win were undone by the four-game sweep against Cleveland in the Eastern Conference semifinals.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-05-20]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2720.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2009 07:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Joe Johnson played more minutes during the regular season than any other player in the NBA other than Philadelphia's Andre Iguodala. He didn't realize what kind of toll that volume of work can take on the body until the morning after the Hawks' season e]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-05-20]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2721.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2009 07:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MOST VALUABLE PLAYER: For all that Joe Johnson and Josh Smith did for the Hawks, leading the team in just about every statistical category between them, veteran point guard Mike Bibby was the runaway winner for the team's most valuable player. The Hawks d]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-05-20]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2722.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2009 07:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The autograph and memorabilia exchange between the Hawks on locker clean-out day had a more somber tone than usual. Unlike in years past, when the core of the team knew it would be returning for training camp intact in a few months, there's a level of unc]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bucks hope for lottery luck &t]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/bucks-hope-for-lottery-luck-t.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2009 07:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[John Hammond is not a highly superstitious sort, and he doesn't think of himself as a pessimist.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2009 NBA PLAYOFFS 2009-05-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/2009-nba-playoffs-2724.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2009 07:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Looking back on the stated keys before the Eastern Conference semifinal series, it's no shock theCeltics have to work a seventh game against the Magic. In fact, considering how they've failed to press their advantages on a more regular basis, perhaps it's]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cavs are rolling, but they can be beaten 2009-05-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/cavs-are-rolling-but-they-can-be-beaten-2725.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2009 07:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[King James and the Cavs are 8-0 in the postseason. But all evidence to the contrary, Randy Hill says they're not unbeatable.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKETS SUMMARY  2009-05-20]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-summary--2726.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2009 07:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Wafer a free agent]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Roster, draft fill Hawks' to-do list  2009-05-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/roster-draft-fill-hawks-to-do-list--2727.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2009 07:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The good vibrations from a 47-win season and first-round playoff series win were undone by the four-game sweep against Cleveland in the Eastern Conference semifinals.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2009 NBA PLAYOFFS 2009-05-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/2009-nba-playoffs-2713.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Looking back on the stated keys before the Eastern Conference semifinal series, it's no shock theCeltics have to work a seventh game against the Magic. In fact, considering how they've failed to press their advantages on a more regular basis, perhaps it's]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-05-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2714.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Joe Johnson played more minutes during the regular season than any other player in the NBA other than Philadelphia's Andre Iguodala. He didn't realize what kind of toll that volume of work can take on the body until the morning after the Hawks' season e]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-05-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2715.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MOST VALUABLE PLAYER: For all that Joe Johnson and Josh Smith did for the Hawks, leading the team in just about every statistical category between them, veteran point guard Mike Bibby was the runaway winner for the team's most valuable player. The Hawks d]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-05-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2716.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The autograph and memorabilia exchange between the Hawks on locker clean-out day had a more somber tone than usual. Unlike in years past, when the core of the team knew it would be returning for training camp intact in a few months, there's a level of unc]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cavs are rolling, but they can be beaten]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/cavs-are-rolling-but-they-can-be-beaten.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[King James and the Cavs are 8-0 in the postseason. But all evidence to the contrary, Randy Hill says they're not unbeatable.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Roster, draft fill Hawks' to-do list  2009-05-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/roster-draft-fill-hawks-to-do-list--2718.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The good vibrations from a 47-win season and first-round playoff series win were undone by the four-game sweep against Cleveland in the Eastern Conference semifinals.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKETS SUMMARY  2009-05-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-summary--2719.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[NBA PLAYOFFS]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-05-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2707.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Joe Johnson played more minutes during the regular season than any other player in the NBA other than Philadelphia's Andre Iguodala. He didn't realize what kind of toll that volume of work can take on the body until the morning after the Hawks' season e]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-05-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2708.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MOST VALUABLE PLAYER: For all that Joe Johnson and Josh Smith did for the Hawks, leading the team in just about every statistical category between them, veteran point guard Mike Bibby was the runaway winner for the team's most valuable player. The Hawks d]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-05-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2709.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The autograph and memorabilia exchange between the Hawks on locker clean-out day had a more somber tone than usual. Unlike in years past, when the core of the team knew it would be returning for training camp intact in a few months, there's a level of unc]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Roster, draft fill Hawks' to-do list ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/roster-draft-fill-hawks-to-do-list-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The good vibrations from a 47-win season and first-round playoff series win were undone by the four-game sweep against Cleveland in the Eastern Conference semifinals.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKETS SUMMARY  2009-05-16]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-summary--2711.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Stern defends officials]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA playoffs 2009-05-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-playoffs-2712.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[This is not the way Mike Bibby wants to go out --- not out of the playoffs and certainly not out ofAtlanta.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-05-15]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2702.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Every time the Hawks made a spirited run, like they did late in the game behind some huge shots from Josh Smith, Joe Johnson, Flip Murray and Mike Bibby, James rallied his troops. Delonte West and Mo Williams took turns knocking down clutch shots for th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-05-15]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2703.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-05-15]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2704.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Finishing the regular season with 47 wins and a win in their first-round playoff series over Miami won't be enough to send the Hawks into the offseason with a good feeling. Getting swept by Cleveland in the Eastern Conference semifinals Monday had a way o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKETS SUMMARY  2009-05-16]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-summary--2705.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Stern defends officials]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA playoffs 2009-05-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-playoffs-2706.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[This is not the way Mike Bibby wants to go out --- not out of the playoffs and certainly not out ofAtlanta.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-05-15]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2697.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Every time the Hawks made a spirited run, like they did late in the game behind some huge shots from Josh Smith, Joe Johnson, Flip Murray and Mike Bibby, James rallied his troops. Delonte West and Mo Williams took turns knocking down clutch shots for th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-05-15]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2698.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-05-15]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2699.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Finishing the regular season with 47 wins and a win in their first-round playoff series over Miami won't be enough to send the Hawks into the offseason with a good feeling. Getting swept by Cleveland in the Eastern Conference semifinals Monday had a way o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKETS SUMMARY  2009-05-16]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-summary--2700.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Stern defends officials]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA playoffs 2009-05-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-playoffs-2701.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[This is not the way Mike Bibby wants to go out --- not out of the playoffs and certainly not out ofAtlanta.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-05-15]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2691.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Every time the Hawks made a spirited run, like they did late in the game behind some huge shots from Josh Smith, Joe Johnson, Flip Murray and Mike Bibby, James rallied his troops. Delonte West and Mo Williams took turns knocking down clutch shots for th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-05-15]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2692.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-05-15]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2693.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Finishing the regular season with 47 wins and a win in their first-round playoff series over Miami won't be enough to send the Hawks into the offseason with a good feeling. Getting swept by Cleveland in the Eastern Conference semifinals Monday had a way o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[LeBron headlines All-NBA team ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/lebron-headlines-all-nba-team-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[NEW YORK (AP) LeBron James should be getting used to sweeps by now.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKETS SUMMARY  2009-05-15]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-summary--2695.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[City life]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA playoffs 2009-05-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-playoffs-2696.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[This is not the way Mike Bibby wants to go out --- not out of the playoffs and certainly not out ofAtlanta.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-05-14]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2685.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Every time the Hawks made a spirited run, like they did late in the game behind some huge shots from Josh Smith, Joe Johnson, Flip Murray and Mike Bibby, James rallied his troops. Delonte West and Mo Williams took turns knocking down clutch shots for th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-05-14]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2686.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-05-14]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2687.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Finishing the regular season with 47 wins and a win in their first-round playoff series over Miami won't be enough to send the Hawks into the offseason with a good feeling. Getting swept by Cleveland in the Eastern Conference semifinals Monday had a way o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA playoffs 2009-05-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-playoffs-2688.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[This is not the way Mike Bibby wants to go out --- not out of the playoffs and certainly not out ofAtlanta.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cavs Complete Sweep of the Hawks ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/cavs-complete-sweep-of-the-hawks-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 12, 2009 (AOL Weblogs delivered byNewstex) --by Matt Watson  Facing an 0-3 series deficit, theHawks knew they had to come out swinging against the Cavaliers on Monday night, and to their credit, they actually did ... for a quarter or so.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKETS SUMMARY  2009-05-14]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-summary--2690.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Worth repeating]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA['Family' might be broken by moves]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/-family-might-be-broken-by-moves.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Marvin Williams heard Zaza Pachulia refer to hisHawks' teammates as his "family" Tuesday and immediately leaned over and hugged him.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Snow assists, even in absence ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/snow-assists-even-in-absence-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cavaliers INSIDER]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cavs halfway home]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/cavs-halfway-home.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Next for the Cavs]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Johnson will 'let my body heal up']]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/johnson-will-let-my-body-heal-up-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hawks captain Joe Johnson played more minutes during the regular season than any other player in the NBA.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-05-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2680.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-05-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2681.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Every time the Hawks made a spirited run, like they did late in the game behind some huge shots from Josh Smith, Joe Johnson, Flip Murray and Mike Bibby, James rallied his troops. Delonte West and Mo Williams took turns knocking down clutch shots for th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-05-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2682.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Finishing the regular season with 47 wins and a win in their first-round playoff series over Miami won't be enough to send the Hawks into the offseason with a good feeling. Getting swept by Cleveland in the Eastern Conference semifinals Monday had a way o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA playoffs 2009-05-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-playoffs-2683.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[This is not the way Mike Bibby wants to go out --- not out of the playoffs and certainly not out ofAtlanta.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA playoffs: Cavaliers 84, Hawks 74]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-playoffs-cavaliers-84-hawks-74.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[They promised not to go quietly.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Witness greatness and remember ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/witness-greatness-and-remember-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 07:15:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Atlanta -Cavaliers fans, close your eyes and remember this - yet another night when LeBron James would not let your team lose.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cavaliers, Hawks strain for health ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/cavaliers-hawks-strain-for-health-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 07:15:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cavaliers INSIDER]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks court fans' exuberance]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-court-fans-exuberance.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 07:15:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Today]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-05-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/-2670.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 07:15:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Finishing with 47 regular-season victories and a first-round playoff series win over Miami won't be enough to send theHawks into the offseason with a good feeling.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Game 3: Cavaliers at Atlanta Hawks ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/game-3-cavaliers-at-atlanta-hawks-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 07:15:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tipoff: 8 p.m. at Philips Arena.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-05-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2672.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 07:15:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Every time the Hawks made a spirited run, like they did late in the game behind some huge shots from Josh Smith, Joe Johnson, Flip Murray and Mike Bibby, James rallied his troops. Delonte West and Mo Williams took turns knocking down clutch shots for th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-05-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2673.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 07:15:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-05-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2674.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 07:15:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Finishing the regular season with 47 wins and a win in their first-round playoff series over Miami won't be enough to send the Hawks into the offseason with a good feeling. Getting swept by Cleveland in the Eastern Conference semifinals Monday had a way o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Get out the brooms: Cavs complete sweep of Hawks]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/get-out-the-brooms-cavs-complete-sweep-of-hawks.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 07:15:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LeBron James knew the routine. Exchange a few handshakes. Knock out a few interviews. Start getting ready for Cleveland's next series.This wasn't a time to celebrate."Why should we celebrate?" James said. "We're playing for a championship."The Cavaliers m]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Time for last stand]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/time-for-last-stand.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 07:16:25 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TheHawks are 12 quarters into the deep end of the NBA playoff pool and are still flailing for some of the resolve that has become their trademark under Mike Woodson.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cavs' plans: feed LeBron]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/cavs-plans-feed-lebron.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 07:16:25 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cleveland's Mike Brown, who just won the NBA's Coach of the Year award, did so by recognizing one salient fact: when LeBron James wants the Basketball, you give it to him. Everybody else, get out of the way.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[John Smallwood: No 76ers, but plenty of entertainment for fans in NBA playoffs ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/john-smallwood-no-76ers-but-plenty-of-entertainment-for-fans-in-nba-playoffs-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 07:16:25 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[IN PHILADELPHIA, we like to think of the famous prediction of "Fo, fo, fo," by Moses]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-05-11]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2661.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 07:16:25 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Josh Smith wasn't surprised that all three of his injured teammates decided to play in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference semifinals Saturday night. In fact, he'd have been stunned if they didn't. "All three of those guys have worked too hard to not be ou]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-05-11]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2662.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 07:16:25 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-05-11]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2663.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 07:16:25 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The wounded were walking. That was the good news. Joe Johnson, Al Horford and Marvin Williams returned to the Hawks lineup for Game 3 of their Eastern Conference semifinals series against Cleveland on Saturday at Philips Arena. The walking were wounded. T]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ON THE NBA / NBA PLAYOFFS]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/on-the-nba-/-nba-playoffs.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 07:16:25 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Fear this.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Right now, Hawks may need to try evil Spirit ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/right-now-hawks-may-need-to-try-evil-spirit-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 07:16:25 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Two games into their playoff series against LeBron James and his slightly closer-to-mortal teammates, theHawks are about where most expected they would be: down 2-0, with three injured starters classified as game-time decisions, and the rest merely strugg]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[HAWKS NOTES]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-notes.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 07:16:25 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[No amount of film work or practice time is going to cure the main problem theHawks have had with the Cleveland Cavaliers through two games of the Eastern Conference semifinals.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-05-10]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2652.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Josh Smith wasn't surprised that all three of his injured teammates decided to play in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference semifinals Saturday night. In fact, he'd have been stunned if they didn't. "All three of those guys have worked too hard to not be ou]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-05-10]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2653.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-05-10]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2654.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The wounded were walking. That was the good news. Joe Johnson, Al Horford and Marvin Williams returned to the Hawks lineup for Game 3 of their Eastern Conference semifinals series against Cleveland on Saturday at Philips Arena. The walking were wounded. T]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cavaliers 97, Hawks 82]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/cavaliers-97-hawks-82.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LeBron James had that unstoppable feeling.Everyone get out of the way. Time for him to do something really special.As if being the league's MVP wasn't enough, James scored 47 points in his best performance yet of these playoffs, leading the Cleveland Cava]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gameblog: Cavs at Atlanta Hawks ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/gameblog-cavs-at-atlanta-hawks-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 9, 2009 (Akron Beacon Journal delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cavaliers-Hawks, Box]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/cavaliers-hawks-box.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[CLEVELAND (97)James 15-25 12-16 47, Varejao 2-5 2-3 6, Ilgauskas 6-9 2-4 14, M. Williams 5-13 0-0 11, D.West 4-8 4-4 12, J. Smith 3-4 1-2 7, Gibson 0-3 0-0 0, Wallace 0-0 0-0 0, Szczerbiak 0-2 0-0 0, Kinsey 0-0 0-0 0, Pavlovic 0-0 0-0 0. Totals 35-69 21-2]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-05-09]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2643.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Marvin Williams has an injured right wrist that just won't allow him to work the way he needs to. Al Horford's injured right ankle is doing the same thing right now. Both players went through Thursday morning's shoot-around practice at Quicken Loans Are]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-05-09]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2644.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-05-09]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2645.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Things went from bad to worse for the Hawks late Thursday night. They were already in the midst of being knocked silly by the Cleveland Cavaliers for a second straight game. And that's when Hawks' captain and All-Star Joe Johnson turned his right ankle on]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[In Brief ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/in-brief-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hawks draw a crowd]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cavs make it look ridiculously easy beating Atlanta ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/cavs-make-it-look-ridiculously-easy-beating-atlanta-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 7, 2009 (Akron Beacon Journal delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A "hoops utopia" has sprung in Cleveland ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/a-hoops-utopia-has-sprung-in-cleveland-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 8, 2009 (Akron Beacon Journal delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[EASTERN CONFERENCE SEMIFINALS GAME 2 / CAVALIERS 105 / HAWKS 85]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/eastern-conference-semifinals-game-2-/-cavaliers-105-/-hawks-85.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Yesterday marked the 20th anniversary of a sports moment Cleveland would like to forget.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks all banged up and running out of hope]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-all-banged-up-and-running-out-of-hope.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If this was a heavyweight fight, the referee might have already stepped in to stop it.LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers are on a record roll and throwing nothing but haymakers. The Atlanta Hawks are all banged up and on the ropes.Of course, it take]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cavaliers-Hawks Preview 2009-05-09]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/cavaliers-hawks-preview-2651.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If this was a heavyweight fight, the referee might have already stepped in to stop it.LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers are on a record roll and throwing nothing but haymakers. The Atlanta Hawks are all banged up and on the ropes.Of course, it take]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[James on All-Defensive first team ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/james-on-all-defensive-first-team-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cavaliers INSIDER]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Injury joins insult in Game 2 blowout]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/injury-joins-insult-in-game-2-blowout.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[CLEVELAND --- The sight of 20,000 people waving white rally towels before the opening tip Thursday night should have served as a fair warning for theHawks.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-05-08]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2637.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Marvin Williams has an injured right wrist that just won't allow him to work the way he needs to. Al Horford's injured right ankle is doing the same thing right now. Both players went through Thursday morning's shoot-around practice at Quicken Loans Are]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-05-08]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2638.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-05-08]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2639.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Things went from bad to worse for the Hawks late Thursday night. They were already in the midst of being knocked silly by the Cleveland Cavaliers for a second straight game. And that's when Hawks' captain and All-Star Joe Johnson turned his right ankle on]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Cavaliers, Box]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-cavaliers-box.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ATLANTA (85)Evans 7-12 1-1 16, Jos.Smith 2-13 4-4 8, Pachulia 2-6 3-4 7, Bibby 3-8 3-3 11, Johnson 5-15 0-2 10, Murray 2-5 3-4 8, Jones 0-3 2-2 2, M.West 0-2 1-2 1, Hunter 1-2 0-0 2, Gardner 4-11 1-1 12, Law 3-6 1-1 8. Totals 29-83 19-24 85.CLEVELAND (105]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cavaliers 105, Hawks 85]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/cavaliers-105-hawks-85.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[From his corner cubicle in Cleveland's locker room, LeBron James kept his eyes riveted on the flat-screen TV. He wanted to see every replay.There was his no-look pass to Wally Szczerbiak. There was his reverse dunk in the final seconds of the first quarte]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Someone may challenge Cavs, but not the Hawks]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/someone-may-challenge-cavs-but-not-the-hawks.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Another Cleveland sweep looks inevitable after Thursday's Game 2 rout, but Charley Rosen isn't ready to put a crown on LeBron yet.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gameblog: Cavs vs. Atlanta Hawks - Game 1 ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/gameblog-cavs-vs-atlanta-hawks-game-1-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2009 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 5, 2009 (Akron Beacon Journal delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[James plays the game he loves like an MVP ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/james-plays-the-game-he-loves-like-an-mvp-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2009 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Before the game earned him millions and made him a global icon, it was the focus of LeBron James' pride and the source of his joy. He loved Basketball the way the city and its suburbs have embraced him and hisCavaliers team.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bad ankle may keep Horford out tonight ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/bad-ankle-may-keep-horford-out-tonight-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2009 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[CLEVELAND --- Al Horford's right ankle is a problem again for theHawks.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-05-07]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2629.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2009 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Having survived the pressure cooker that was Game 7 against Miami Sunday, the Hawks had a relative calm about them before Tuesday's series opener against Cleveland. "It's a lot like Boston was last year," Marvin Williams said of the Hawks' battle agains]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-05-07]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2630.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2009 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-05-07]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2631.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2009 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[How do the Hawks' celebrate their first win in a seven-game series in nearly 40 years? How about by picking a fight with the biggest bully on the NBA block this season? That's exactly what they've done with Cleveland in the Eastern Conference semifinals, ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fakers take a step back ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/fakers-take-a-step-back-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2009 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 6, 2009 (Sports, sports, and more sports delivered byNewstex) --Houston showed us yesterday why they have to be taken seriously. They are good, they are on a roll and they might have a couple of match-up advantages over the Fakers. One game does not a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Rust? Cavs Shut Down Hawks ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/what-rust-cavs-shut-down-hawks-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2009 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 6, 2009 (AOL Weblogs delivered byNewstex) --by Matt Watson  Perhaps inspired by watching a pair of road teams steal home court advantage on Monday, theHawks came into Tuesday's game in Cleveland with no fear -- and for at least the first two quarters,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks' play followed path all too familiar ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-play-followed-path-all-too-familiar-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2009 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[CLEVELAND --- They were here --- well, not "here" geographically --- last spring. TheHawks arrived in Boston at a time when Sports Illustrated was bannering the prospect of a Celtics-Lakers final on its cover, and they nearly gummed up the works. Now they]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[MOST LIKELY TO SUCCUMB]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/most-likely-to-succumb.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 07:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cavaliers VS. Hawks GAME 1 * TONIGHT, 8 P.M. * THE Q * TNT; AM/1100]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Team calm following another long series ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/team-calm-following-another-long-series-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 07:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[CLEVELAND --- Having survived the pressure cooker that was Game 7 against Miami on Sunday, theHawks had a relative calm about them before Tuesday's series opener against Cleveland.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Greetings from MVP]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/greetings-from-mvp.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 07:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[CLEVELAND --- Josh Smith's first-quarter tackle of game official Bill Kennedy might have been theHawks' best chance of slowing down the Cleveland Cavaliers.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-05-06]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2620.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 07:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Having survived the pressure cooker that was Game 7 against Miami Sunday, the Hawks had a relative calm about them before Tuesday's series opener against Cleveland. "It's a lot like Boston was last year," Marvin Williams said of the Hawks' battle agains]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-05-06]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2621.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 07:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-05-06]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2622.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 07:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[How do the Hawks' celebrate their first win in a seven-game series in nearly 40 years? How about by picking a fight with the biggest bully on the NBA block this season? That's exactly what they've done with Cleveland in the Eastern Conference semifinals, ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cavaliers 99, Hawks 72]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/cavaliers-99-hawks-72.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 07:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Alone under his basket, LeBron James braced himself for Atlanta's onslaught.As two Hawks swooped down on a fast break, James held his ground, stepped in front of Joe Johnson and took the charge.The only play. The smart play. A game-changing play.MVP. Inde]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eventually, LeBron shows his true value]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/eventually-lebron-shows-his-true-value.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 07:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The first half of Game 1 was all about LeBron. When the rest of the Cavs got involved, the Hawks had no chance, Kerouac Smith says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[LeBron, Cavs stay perfect in '09 playoffs]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/lebron-cavs-stay-perfect-in-09-playoffs.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 07:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cleveland Cavaliers shook off some rust, and then the Atlanta Hawks.Newly crowned MVP LeBron James scored 34 points and the well-rested Cavs, who waited nine days between playoff games after a first-round sweep, pulled away in the second half for a 99]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A one-man team? Hawks know better]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/a-one-man-team-hawks-know-better.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 07:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For a bunch that claimed to know little or nothing about the Cleveland Cavaliers late Sunday afternoon, theHawks studied well.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Childress discovers a world of difference]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/childress-discovers-a-world-of-difference.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 07:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[BERLIN --- During four seasons with theHawks, Josh Childress never had an army of translators on standby to convey his words to a multi-national media throng.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Winner moves on]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/winner-moves-on.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 07:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[They've spoken at length all season about the sanctity of their home court.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wait is over: Atlanta is next]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/wait-is-over-atlanta-is-next.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 07:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cavaliers]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Late game Friday night in Miami Smith apologizes to Heat coach ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/late-game-friday-night-in-miami-smith-apologizes-to-heat-coach-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 07:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MIAMI --- Josh Smith apologized to Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra moments before tipoff of Friday's pivotal Game 6 matchup at AmericanAirlines Arena.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bench comes up big when needed most ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/bench-comes-up-big-when-needed-most-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 07:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Zaza Pachulia got a standing ovation every time he ran to the scorer's table to enter the game.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Defense today likely same Tuesday ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/defense-today-likely-same-tuesday-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 07:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cavaliers]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Smith apologizes to Heat coach Spoelstra ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/smith-apologizes-to-heat-coach-spoelstra-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 07:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MIAMI --- Josh Smith apologized to Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra moments before tipoff of Friday's pivotal Game 6 matchup at AmericanAirlines Arena.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By:]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/presented-by-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 07:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-05-05]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2616.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 07:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Zaza Pachulia got a standing ovation every time he ran to the scorer's table to enter the game. Flip Murray was drawing double teams like Joe Johnson every time he looked like he might drive to the basket. And no one should overlook the role Mo Evans pl]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[For all nonbelievers, the laugh's on us now ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/for-all-nonbelievers-the-laugh-s-on-us-now-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The franchise that didn't draft Chris Paul and saw its owners sue another over a trade with Phoenix; the franchise of the wayward bird mascot and Cliff Levingston's running lefty hook; the franchise that hadn't won a Game 7 since it was based in St. Louis]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA playoffs 2009-05-04]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-playoffs-2599.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mike Bibby is healthy --- and it shows. You see, this is why he was brought toAtlanta.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA playoffs: HAWKS NOTES]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-playoffs-hawks-notes.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Zaza Pachulia got a standing ovation every time he ran to the scorer's table to enter the game.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA playoffs 2009-05-04]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-playoffs-2601.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[FOR THEHawks]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA Playoffs Game 7: Hawks 91, Heat 78]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-playoffs-game-7-hawks-91-heat-78.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Johnson was right.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-05-04]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2603.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-05-04]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2604.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Zaza Pachulia got a standing ovation every time he ran to the scorer's table to enter the game. Flip Murray was drawing double teams like Joe Johnson every time he looked like he might drive to the basket. And no one should overlook the role Mo Evans pl]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-05-04]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2605.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks have known for a week that if they could get past Miami they'd face Cleveland in the Eastern Conference semifinals. Now that it's a reality, they can turn their attention to the Cavaliers full time. And Josh Smith insists the Cavs' 3-1 edge in t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[LeBron awaits after Hawks win 1st series since '99]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/lebron-awaits-after-hawks-win-1st-series-since-99.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks lingered on the court, savoring the cheers as red and silver streamers drifted down from the rafters.This celebration was a decade in the making. It won't last more than 24 hours.King James is waiting.The Hawks won a playoff series for t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-05-03]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2589.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-05-03]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2590.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Josh Smith apologized to Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra moments before tipoff of Friday's pivotal Game 6 matchup at AmericanAirlines Arena. He'd been roasted for two days for the ill-timed, between-the-legs dunk he missed in the fourth quarter of the H]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-05-03]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2591.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks packed for Cleveland before Friday's Game 6 in Miami, but their next destination was back home for Game 7 against Miami. "I don't know why anybody is even mentioning Cleveland," Hawks captain and All-Star Joe Johnson said after practice Thursday]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celts remember to play defense before it's too late]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/celts-remember-to-play-defense-before-it-s-too-late.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After a ton of thrilling contests, the Celtics decided to switch it up and play intense defense to bounce the Bulls, Jeff Goodman says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heat-Hawks: Where Blowouts Happen ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/heat-hawks-where-blowouts-happen-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 2, 2009 (AOL Weblogs delivered byNewstex) --by Tim Povtak  MIAMI -- It's not like only one team has shown up for this playoff series, which is what happened with the Cavs and the Detroit Deadbeats. It's just that these two don't show up at the same ti]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2009 NBA PLAYOFFS 2009-05-03]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/2009-nba-playoffs-2594.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The scoreboard in the Garden isn't even on right now, and when it is it will read 0-0.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heat-Hawks Preview 2009-05-03]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/heat-hawks-preview-2595.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A seven-game series is supposed to be the ultimate playoff thriller.So, what can we say about this Miami-Atlanta matchup?Yawn.Even with Dwyane Wade playing a starring role, the Heat and the Hawks have managed to wring all the drama out of a to-the-limit s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A series of routs finally reaches a merciful end]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/a-series-of-routs-finally-reaches-a-merciful-end.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A seven-game series is supposed to be the ultimate playoff thriller.So, what can we say about this Miami-Atlanta matchup?Yawn.Even with Dwyane Wade playing a starring role, the Heat and the Hawks have managed to wring all the drama out of a to-the-limit s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heat 98, Hawks 72]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/heat-98-hawks-72.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A season-saving win in the books, Dwyane Wade and the Miami Heat walked off the court Friday night with a stoic look. No celebrating, nary even a smile."Strictly about business," Wade said. "Now we move on."To Sunday. To Game 7.Wade scored 41 points, Mich]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA playoffs: Hawks vs. Heat, Game 6]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-playoffs-hawks-vs-heat-game-6.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MIAMI --- Josh Smith apologized to Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra moments before tipoff of Friday's pivotal Game 6 matchup at AmericanAirlines Arena.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA playoffs]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-playoffs.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MIAMI --- Josh Smith apologized to Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra moments before tipoff of Friday's pivotal Game 6 matchup at AmericanAirlines Arena.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA playoffs, Game 6: Heat 98, Hawks 72: Hawks can't find their motivation ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-playoffs-game-6-heat-98-hawks-72-hawks-can-t-find-their-motivation-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MIAMI --- It really doesn't matter what it was that the Miami Heat finally zeroed in on Friday night as a source of motivation. Pretty much everything had been thrown out there --- an "insulting" showboating dunk attempt by Josh Smith in Game 5, an excita]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA playoffs, Game 6: Heat 98, Hawks 72: Wade rescues Heat to force final game]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-playoffs-game-6-heat-98-hawks-72-wade-rescues-heat-to-force-final-game.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MIAMI --- TheHawks spent six months chasing the No. 4 seed in the Eastern Conference playoffs and the home-court advantage that comes with it.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA playoffs 2009-05-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-playoffs-2584.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MIAMI ---In a last-minute change, theHawks placed Al Horford and Marvin Williams on the active list for Game 6.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Over time, no favorite]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/over-time-no-favorite.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Though it seems a little early in the postseason for such extreme drama, there is a good reason for the tightness of theCeltics-Bulls playoff series. TheCeltics' explanation is that the Bulls' talent is better than that of a seventh-seeded team. And by th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-05-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2586.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Josh Smith apologized to Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra moments before tipoff of Friday's pivotal Game 6 matchup at AmericanAirlines Arena. He'd been roasted for two days for the ill-timed, between-the-legs dunk he missed in the fourth quarter of the H]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-05-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2587.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-05-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2588.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks packed for Cleveland before Friday's Game 6 in Miami, but their next destination was back home for Game 7 against Miami. "I don't know why anybody is even mentioning Cleveland," Hawks captain and All-Star Joe Johnson said after practice Thursday]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA playoffs: Hawks vs. Heat: Worried? No need, not with these guys ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-playoffs-hawks-vs-heat-worried-no-need-not-with-these-guys-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[They're missing two starters. They're playing on the road. Franchise history blows against them like a typhoon.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA playoffs: Hawks vs. Heat: Tough road likely awaits]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-playoffs-hawks-vs-heat-tough-road-likely-awaits.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Winning Game 5 at home was just the appetizer for theHawks.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks or Heat? To Cavs, it doesn't matter ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-or-heat-to-cavs-it-doesn-t-matter-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[One team features guard play as its main offensive weapon. So does the other.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-05-01]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2574.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-05-01]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2575.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Whether they win or lose this first-round playoff series, the Hawks will likely have to do it without starting small forward Marvin Williams. He missed his third straight game Wednesday night at Philips Arena, and both he and Hawks coach Mike Woodson ac]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-05-01]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2576.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Winning Game 5 was the easy part for the Hawks. They got to do that at home. Now comes the hard part: closing out the Miami Heat on the road, a place that hasn't been kind to these Hawks recently. Game 6 in this first-round playoff series is Friday night ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Whole-body approach to training pays dividends for Golden Hawks ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/whole-body-approach-to-training-pays-dividends-for-golden-hawks-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Sorry, fellas. Bigger is not better, according to the Wilfrid Laurier Golden Hawks football team.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks Radio Announcers Might Be Biased Against Dwayne Wade [Nba] ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-radio-announcers-might-be-biased-against-dwayne-wade-[nba]-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 30, 2009 (Gawker Media delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Heat Preview 2009-04-30]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-heat-preview-2579.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Facing a win-or-else scenario, Dwyane Wade and the Miami Heat already would figure to have plenty of motivation.Just in case, the Atlanta Hawks provided oodles more.Between Mario West's wild celebration as the first half of Game 5 expired, Josh Smith's sh]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[GAME 5: HAWKS 106, HEAT 91: Hawks need to take giant step to big stage ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/game-5-hawks-106-heat-91-hawks-need-to-take-giant-step-to-big-stage-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The wonder isn't that theHawks have again taken a series lead. The wonder is that they were ever behind. They're so much better than the Heat it isn't funny. And they won't be laughing if Sunday arrives and they're back here trying to close this out in a ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA 2009-04-30]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-2563.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[FOR THEHawks]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA 2009-04-30]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-2564.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Win or lose this first-round playoff series, theHawks likely will have to do it without starting small forward Marvin Williams.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-04-30]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2565.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-04-30]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2566.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Whether they win or lose this first-round playoff series, the Hawks will likely have to do it without starting small forward Marvin Williams. He missed his third straight game Wednesday night at Philips Arena, and both he and Hawks coach Mike Woodson ac]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-04-30]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2567.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Winning Game 5 was the easy part for the Hawks. They got to do that at home. Now comes the hard part: closing out the Miami Heat on the road, a place that hasn't been kind to these Hawks recently. Game 6 in this first-round playoff series is Friday night ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 106, Heat 91]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-106-heat-91.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A series of blowouts is now about survival. The Atlanta Hawks hope they have enough players left to finish off Miami. The Heat is counting on Dwyane Wade to save the season, despite a bump on his head and a balky back.The Hawks kept up the theme of this m]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks take 3-2 lead on Heat with Game 5 win]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-take-3-2-lead-on-heat-with-game-5-win.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Dwyane Wade banged his head on the court. Al Horford hobbled to the locker room. Jamaal Magloire doled out a shove, and Josh Smith pushed back.On a night of hard fouls, plenty of banging and staredowns galore, the Atlanta Hawks moved closer to reaching th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2009 NBA PLAYOFFS]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/2009-nba-playoffs.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TheCeltics are tied 2-2 in their first-round playoff series with the Bulls, and they were tied 2-2 in the opening round last season against the Hawks, as well. So perhaps by squandering a couple of early games they are simply trying to retrace their steps]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Calderon fingered for some time off this summer ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/calderon-fingered-for-some-time-off-this-summer-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jose Calderon's summer will include almost two months away from dribbling a Basketball.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-04-29]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2556.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--If the Hawks are going to dig their way out of their first-round playoff series against Miami by Wednesday's Game 5, they might have to do it without any help from Marvin Williams. The starting small forward missed his second straight game with a sprain]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-04-29]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2557.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-04-29]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2558.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Whatever doubts the Hawks had about their chances to turn this series around after Saturday night's loss to the Heat in Game 3 had disappeared by Monday night. The heads that were dipped at practice Sunday morning were suddenly back upright. The Hawks had]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zaza Pachulia turns into Mr. April for Hawks]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/zaza-pachulia-turns-into-mr-april-for-hawks.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Zaza Pachulia spends most of his time as an obscure backup center for the Atlanta Hawks, playing a few minutes here, a few minutes there. He's rugged but hardly graceful. He's a banger who handles the dirty work, letting others claim the glory.But in the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heat-Hawks Preview 2009-04-28]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/heat-hawks-preview-2560.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Zaza Pachulia spends most of his time as an obscure backup center for the Atlanta Hawks, playing a few minutes here, a few minutes there. He's rugged but hardly graceful. He's a banger who handles the dirty work, letting others claim the glory.But in the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks take down Heat in Game 4 to even series 2009-04-28]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-take-down-heat-in-game-4-to-even-series-2561.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[That notion suggesting the Atlanta Hawks cannot win on the road at playoff time?Forget it.The Hawks put that one to rest - saving their season as well.Zaza Pachulia - with a black right eye for his trouble - finished with 12 points and 18 rebounds, and At]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-04-28]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2546.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-04-28]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2547.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--If the Hawks are going to dig their way out of their first-round playoff series against Miami by Wednesday's Game 5, they might have to do it without any help from Marvin Williams. The starting small forward missed his second straight game with a sprain]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-04-28]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2548.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Whatever doubts the Hawks had about their chances to turn this series around after Saturday night's loss to the Heat in Game 3 had disappeared by Monday night. The heads that were dipped at practice Sunday morning were suddenly back upright. The Hawks had]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 81, Heat 71]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-81-heat-71.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Zaza Pachulia's right eye was black, and his face was dotted with nicks and scrapes."I look like Rocky Balboa," the Atlanta forward said.Fought like him, too.So did the rest of the Hawks, who finally showed they can take a punch on the road at playoff tim]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks take down Heat in Game 4 to even series]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-take-down-heat-in-game-4-to-even-series.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[That notion suggesting the Atlanta Hawks cannot win on the road at playoff time?Forget it.The Hawks put that one to rest - saving their season as well.Zaza Pachulia - with a black right eye for his trouble - finished with 12 points and 18 rebounds, and At]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Moon, Williams both out for Game 4]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/moon-williams-both-out-for-game-4.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Small forwards Marvin Williams of the Atlanta Hawks and Jamario Moon of the Miami Heat will both miss Game 4 of the teams' first-round Eastern Conference playoff series Monday night.Williams has a sprained right wrist, which he suffered in Game 2 and kept]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Miami's Moon out for Game 4, Williams questionable]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/miami-s-moon-out-for-game-4-williams-questionable.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jamario Moon of the Miami Heat will not play Monday night in Game 4 of the team's Eastern Conference first-round series against the Atlanta Hawks because of a strained lower abdominal muscle.The Hawks may be without one of their small forwards as well. Ma]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Heat Preview 2009-04-26]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-heat-preview-2553.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[During the past two Miami Heat games, Jermaine O'Neal has gotten poked in the face, kicked in the leg and knocked on his back.He's enjoyed every bit.It's no coincidence that the two Heat wins in this Eastern Conference first-round series against the Atlan]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wade carries Heat past Hawks in Game 3 2009-04-26]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/wade-carries-heat-past-hawks-in-game-3-2554.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Dwyane Wade swished a 3-pointer, then turned and shook his hand like it was burning.Yep, Wade and the Miami Heat are that hot right now.Wade finished with 29 points and eight assists, Jermaine O'Neal added 22 points and 10 rebounds, and the Heat extended ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-04-27]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2538.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-04-27]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2539.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Mike Bibby's words from the day before were on target in the early going Saturday night. "We're going to find out just how much we want it," Bibby said before the Hawks departed for South Florida for Saturday's Game 3 against the Miami Heat. When the Ha]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-04-27]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2540.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even though it looks bleak right now, Mike Bibby swears his Hawks aren't done. Not yet. Not with at least two more games to play in their first-round playoff series against Miami. And not with the Hawks still on their feet, barely, after back-to-back knoc]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Playoff time bringing out best in O'Neal]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/playoff-time-bringing-out-best-in-o-neal.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[During the past two Miami Heat games, Jermaine O'Neal has gotten poked in the face, kicked in the leg and knocked on his back.He's enjoyed every bit.It's no coincidence that the two Heat wins in this Eastern Conference first-round series against the Atlan]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Heat Preview 2009-04-26]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-heat-preview-2542.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[During the past two Miami Heat games, Jermaine O'Neal has gotten poked in the face, kicked in the leg and knocked on his back.He's enjoyed every bit.It's no coincidence that the two Heat wins in this Eastern Conference first-round series against the Atlan]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wade carries Heat past Hawks in Game 3 2009-04-26]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/wade-carries-heat-past-hawks-in-game-3-2543.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Dwyane Wade swished a 3-pointer, then turned and shook his hand like it was burning.Yep, Wade and the Miami Heat are that hot right now.Wade finished with 29 points and eight assists, Jermaine O'Neal added 22 points and 10 rebounds, and the Heat extended ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Heat Preview 2009-04-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-heat-preview-2544.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Dwyane Wade needed only a millisecond to explain how much the home-court edge means in the NBA playoffs."Easy. It's huge," Wade said.Especially when Atlanta Hawks are visiting, it seems.Few teams are more woebegone on the postseason road than the Hawks, w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Five faces of the future for the NBA 2009-04-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/five-faces-of-the-future-for-the-nba-2545.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By all accounts, Kobe vs. LeBron is inevitable this year, but Kevin Hench identifies five emerging stars who'll spice up future Finals.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-04-26]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2530.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Mike Bibby's words from the day before were on target in the early going Saturday night. "We're going to find out just how much we want it," Bibby said before the Hawks departed for South Florida for Saturday's Game 3 against the Miami Heat. When the Ha]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-04-26]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2531.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-04-26]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2532.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even though it looks bleak right now, Mike Bibby swears his Hawks aren't done. Not yet. Not with at least two more games to play in their first-round playoff series against Miami. And not with the Hawks still on their feet, barely, after back-to-back knoc]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heat 107, Hawks 78]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/heat-107-hawks-78.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Dwyane Wade swished a 3-pointer, then turned and shook his hand like it was burning.Yep, Wade and the Miami Heat are that hot right now.Wade finished with 29 points and eight assists, Jermaine O'Neal added 22 points and 10 rebounds, and the Heat extended ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wade carries Heat past Hawks in Game 3]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/wade-carries-heat-past-hawks-in-game-3.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Dwyane Wade swished a 3-pointer, then turned and shook his hand like it was burning.Yep, Wade and the Miami Heat are that hot right now.Wade finished with 29 points and eight assists, Jermaine O'Neal added 22 points and 10 rebounds, and the Heat extended ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks' Williams out for Game 3]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-williams-out-for-game-3.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Atlanta forward Marvin Williams has been ruled out of Game 3 of the Hawks' first-round series against the Miami Heat with a wrist injury, adding to his recent run of health-related woes.Williams missed 16 games with back problems late in the regular seaso]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Heat Preview 2009-04-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-heat-preview-2536.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Dwyane Wade needed only a millisecond to explain how much the home-court edge means in the NBA playoffs."Easy. It's huge," Wade said.Especially when Atlanta Hawks are visiting, it seems.Few teams are more woebegone on the postseason road than the Hawks, w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Five faces of the future for the NBA 2009-04-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/five-faces-of-the-future-for-the-nba-2537.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By all accounts, Kobe vs. LeBron is inevitable this year, but Kevin Hench identifies five emerging stars who'll spice up future Finals.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-04-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2524.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks were brutal for most of the night Wednesday. They had six players in double figures for the second straight game, led by Mike Bibby's 18 points on 6-for-12 shooting and Josh Smith's 17 points, 10 rebounds, three assists and two blocks. But cap]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-04-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2525.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-04-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2526.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If the playoffs are about adjustments, the next move belongs to Hawks coach Mike Woodson. Heat coach Erik Spoelstra made his before his team's Game 2 win at Philips Arena by daring the Hawks leave Dwyane Wade in single coverage. The Hawks took the bait, a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Heat Preview 2009-04-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-heat-preview-2527.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Dwyane Wade needed only a millisecond to explain how much the home-court edge means in the NBA playoffs."Easy. It's huge," Wade said.Especially when Atlanta Hawks are visiting, it seems.Few teams are more woebegone on the postseason road than the Hawks, w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Feeling Heat: Playoff road often unkind to Hawks]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/feeling-heat-playoff-road-often-unkind-to-hawks.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Dwyane Wade needed only a millisecond to explain how much the home-court edge means in the NBA playoffs."Easy. It's huge," Wade said.Especially when Atlanta Hawks are visiting, it seems.Few teams are more woebegone on the postseason road than the Hawks, w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Five faces of the future for the NBA]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/five-faces-of-the-future-for-the-nba.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By all accounts, Kobe vs. LeBron is inevitable this year, but Kevin Hench identifies five emerging stars who'll spice up future Finals.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-04-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2517.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks were brutal for most of the night Wednesday. They had six players in double figures for the second straight game, led by Mike Bibby's 18 points on 6-for-12 shooting and Josh Smith's 17 points, 10 rebounds, three assists and two blocks. But cap]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-04-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2518.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-04-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2519.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If the playoffs are about adjustments, the next move belongs to Hawks coach Mike Woodson. Heat coach Erik Spoelstra made his before his team's Game 2 win at Philips Arena by daring the Hawks leave Dwyane Wade in single coverage. The Hawks took the bait, a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks' mascot grounded for playoffs]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-mascot-grounded-for-playoffs.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks' real-life mascot has been grounded."Spirit," the hawk who delayed the team's playoff loss to the Miami Heat on Wednesday night by flying around Philips Arena instead of returning to his handler, won't take flight when the playoff series]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks' mascot has adventure ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-mascot-has-adventure-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks' real-life mascot had a little flying time during the playoffs.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wade, Heat shoot down Hawks in Game 2 2009-04-23]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/wade-heat-shoot-down-hawks-in-game-2-2522.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Remember how bad Dwyane Wade and his Miami teammates looked in Game 1 of the playoffs? They were that good in Game 2.Wade scored 33 points, 13 straight to close the first half before he banked in a 3-pointer with 2 1/2 minutes left to finish off the Atlan]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKETS SUMMARY  2009-04-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-summary--2523.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mutombo to have surgery]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-04-23]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2509.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If the playoffs are about adjustments, the next move belongs to Hawks coach Mike Woodson. Heat coach Erik Spoelstra made his before his team's Game 2 win at Philips Arena by daring the Hawks leave Dwyane Wade in single coverage. The Hawks took the bait, a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-04-23]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2510.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks were brutal for most of the night Wednesday. They had six players in double figures for the second straight game, led by Mike Bibby's 18 points on 6-for-12 shooting and Josh Smith's 17 points, 10 rebounds, three assists and two blocks. But cap]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-04-23]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2511.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Curse of the bird? Hawks flop after mascot fiasco]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/curse-of-the-bird-hawks-flop-after-mascot-fiasco.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If the Hawks lose again in the opening round of the playoffs, they may remember that pesky bird flying around their arena, disrupting the opening minutes of Game 2.Then again, if the Hawks had shown as much feistiness as their real-life mascot, they might]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heat 108, Hawks 93]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/heat-108-hawks-93.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Dwyane Wade didn't call "bank."No need. This was the playoffs, not H-O-R-S-E.With 13 straight points to close the first half and an unlikely 3-pointer off the backboard in the waning minutes, Wade showed it's hard to keep him down two games in a row. He s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wade, Heat shoot down Hawks in Game 2]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/wade-heat-shoot-down-hawks-in-game-2.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Remember how bad Dwyane Wade and his Miami teammates looked in Game 1 of the playoffs? They were that good in Game 2.Wade scored 33 points, 13 straight to close the first half before he banked in a 3-pointer with 2 1/2 minutes left to finish off the Atlan]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks' mascot gets some playoff flying time]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-mascot-gets-some-playoff-flying-time.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks' real-life mascot got a little flying time during the playoffs."Spirit," an actual hawk that flies down from the rafters during the pre-game introductions, decided to hang around for the start of Game 2 against the Miami Heat on Wednesday night.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heat-Hawks Preview 2009-04-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/heat-hawks-preview-2516.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Miami Heat was certainly caught off guard.Dwyane Wade teammates aren't used to seeing him clank open shots. They aren't used to seeing him throw the ball away. They aren't used to seeing him pull a disappearing act in the second half of a playoff game]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-04-22]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2501.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--It always helps when your defense smothers the NBA scoring leader the way the Hawks did Wade. Michael Beasley was the only other Heat player to reach double-figures, and he scored 10 points on 5-for-15 shooting. The Hawks shared the ball incessantly, pi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-04-22]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2502.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-04-22]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2503.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Josh Smith couldn't wait for Game 1 start to Sunday night at Philips Arena. He was so anxious to get going that he left his house hours early so he could get to the arena first and begin preparations for his second trip to the playoffs. He played like it.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two easy roads to NBA Finals]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/two-easy-roads-to-nba-finals.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If you're angry when someone tells you about a movie before you've seen it, stop reading right now.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heat-Hawks Preview 2009-04-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/heat-hawks-preview-2505.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Miami Heat was certainly caught off guard.Dwyane Wade teammates aren't used to seeing him clank open shots. They aren't used to seeing him throw the ball away. They aren't used to seeing him pull a disappearing act in the second half of a playoff game]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dwyane Wade looks to rebound after dismal Game 1]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/dwyane-wade-looks-to-rebound-after-dismal-game-1.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Miami Heat was certainly caught off guard.Dwyane Wade teammates aren't used to seeing him clank open shots. They aren't used to seeing him throw the ball away. They aren't used to seeing him pull a disappearing act in the second half of a playoff game]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks rout Heat at home in Game 1 of series 2009-04-20]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-rout-heat-at-home-in-game-1-of-series-2507.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[This is why the Atlanta Hawks wanted to start the playoffs at home.With Josh Smith delivering one rim-shaking dunk after another and plenty of teammates chipping in, the Hawks made Miami look like a one-man team, running Dwyane Wade and the Heat ragged fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA 2009-04-20]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-2508.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When the Phoenix Suns won 62 games in 2004-05, they finished only three games ahead of the Spurs. By the time they played San Antonio in the Western Conference finals, they were without one of their key players, Joe Johnson.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-04-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2493.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-04-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2494.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--It always helps when your defense smothers the NBA scoring leader the way the Hawks did Wade. Michael Beasley was the only other Heat player to reach double-figures, and he scored 10 points on 5-for-15 shooting. The Hawks shared the ball incessantly, pi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-04-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2495.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Josh Smith couldn't wait for Game 1 start to Sunday night at Philips Arena. He was so anxious to get going that he left his house hours early so he could get to the arena first and begin preparations for his second trip to the playoffs. He played like it.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 90, Heat 64 2009-04-20]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-90-heat-64-2496.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[There are nights when Josh Smith looks bored, makes silly plays, frustrates his coach and baffles his teammates.But, oh, when he's into the game, look out.Smith had one of those performances in the opener of Atlanta's playoff series against Miami, scoring]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks rout Heat at home in Game 1 of series 2009-04-20]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-rout-heat-at-home-in-game-1-of-series-2497.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[This is why the Atlanta Hawks wanted to start the playoffs at home.With Josh Smith delivering one rim-shaking dunk after another and plenty of teammates chipping in, the Hawks made Miami look like a one-man team, running Dwyane Wade and the Heat ragged fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA 2009-04-20]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-2498.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When the Phoenix Suns won 62 games in 2004-05, they finished only three games ahead of the Spurs. By the time they played San Antonio in the Western Conference finals, they were without one of their key players, Joe Johnson.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKETS SUMMARY  2009-04-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-summary--2499.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Replay gets a look]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heat-Hawks Preview 2009-04-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/heat-hawks-preview-2500.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Every team relishes a trip to the NBA playoffs. Is there any team that appreciates it more than the Atlanta Hawks?Well, maybe. How about the Miami Heat?Both teams experienced life at the bottom of the league in the not-so distant past, which makes them es]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-04-20]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2486.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--It always helps when your defense smothers the NBA scoring leader the way the Hawks did Wade. Michael Beasley was the only other Heat player to reach double-figures, and he scored 10 points on 5-for-15 shooting. The Hawks shared the ball incessantly, pi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-04-20]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2487.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-04-20]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2488.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Josh Smith couldn't wait for Game 1 start to Sunday night at Philips Arena. He was so anxious to get going that he left his house hours early so he could get to the arena first and begin preparations for his second trip to the playoffs. He played like it.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 90, Heat 64]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-90-heat-64.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Aware of the upsets all around, the Atlanta Hawks really buckled down. They'd worked too hard for home-court advantage to let it slip away on the first night of playoffs.With Josh Smith delivering one rim-shaking dunk after another and plenty of teammates]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks rout Heat at home in Game 1 of series]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-rout-heat-at-home-in-game-1-of-series.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[This is why the Atlanta Hawks wanted to start the playoffs at home.With Josh Smith delivering one rim-shaking dunk after another and plenty of teammates chipping in, the Hawks made Miami look like a one-man team, running Dwyane Wade and the Heat ragged fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA 2009-04-20]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-2491.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When the Phoenix Suns won 62 games in 2004-05, they finished only three games ahead of the Spurs. By the time they played San Antonio in the Western Conference finals, they were without one of their key players, Joe Johnson.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heat-Hawks Preview 2009-04-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/heat-hawks-preview-2492.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Every team relishes a trip to the NBA playoffs. Is there any team that appreciates it more than the Atlanta Hawks?Well, maybe. How about the Miami Heat?Both teams experienced life at the bottom of the league in the not-so distant past, which makes them es]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-04-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2479.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Mike Woodson said he plans to use the days leading up to the start of the series wisely, namely reminding his team that they've worked hard to earn home court advantage. But he also said he would make sure to point out that they've been here before, las]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-04-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2480.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Ronald Murray, Shooting guard Moe Evans, Small forward Mario West, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Zaza Pachulia. Bench -- Guard Speedy Claxton, Guard Thomas Gardner, Forward Othello Hunter, Forward Solomon Jones, Center]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-04-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2481.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hawks coach Mike Woodson doesn't do subtle. Not where his team is concerned. And certainly not when it comes to the playoffs. "This being our second straight year in the playoffs, we're not just happy to be here," Woodson said. "We made that push last yea]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA PLAYOFFS PREVIEW ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-playoffs-preview-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Western Conference: Up in the air]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heat-Hawks Preview 2009-04-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/heat-hawks-preview-2483.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Every team relishes a trip to the NBA playoffs. Is there any team that appreciates it more than the Atlanta Hawks?Well, maybe. How about the Miami Heat?Both teams experienced life at the bottom of the league in the not-so distant past, which makes them es]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks, Heat can appreciate playoffs more than most]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-heat-can-appreciate-playoffs-more-than-most.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Every team relishes a trip to the NBA playoffs. Is there any team that appreciates it more than the Atlanta Hawks?Well, maybe. How about the Miami Heat?Both teams experienced life at the bottom of the league in the not-so distant past, which makes them es]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKETS SUMMARY  2009-04-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-summary--2485.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Serious season]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Well-traveled Murray finds a home in Atlanta]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/well-traveled-murray-finds-a-home-in-atlanta.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ronald Murray is used to taking the long way.Instead of attending a big-time school, he went through the junior college and Division II ranks. Rather than stick with one team, he bounced all over the NBA. Even when it comes to his nickname - just about ev]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKETS SUMMARY  2009-04-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-summary--2474.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Serious season]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA PLAYOFF PREVIEW  2009-04-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-playoff-preview--2475.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Thought you had the NBA playoffs all figured out, didn't you?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-04-16]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2476.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Ronald Murray, Shooting guard Moe Evans, Small forward Mario West, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Zaza Pachulia. Bench -- Guard Speedy Claxton, Guard Thomas Gardner, Forward Othello Hunter, Forward Solomon Jones, Center]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-04-16]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2477.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Mike Woodson said he plans to use the days leading up to the start of the series wisely, namely reminding his team that they've worked hard to earn home court advantage. But he also said he would make sure to point out that they've been here before, las]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-04-16]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2478.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hawks coach Mike Woodson doesn't do subtle. Not where his team is concerned. And certainly not when it comes to the playoffs. "This being our second straight year in the playoffs, we're not just happy to be here," Woodson said. "We made that push last yea]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROUNDUP: Spurs win division title from late Finley, Duncan heroics ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/roundup-spurs-win-division-title-from-late-finley-duncan-heroics-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 07:15:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DPA SPORTS Basketball NBA ROUNDUP: Spurs win division title from late Finley, Duncan heroicsBy Paul Levine, dpa?? = ?? Los Angeles (dpa) - Leave it to the seasoned veterans to end the San Antonio Spurs' regular-season on a high note. ?? Michael Finley's b]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA playoff preview ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-playoff-preview-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 07:15:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Team to beat]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stopping D-Wade: Hawks facing NBA's top scorer]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/stopping-d-wade-hawks-facing-nba-s-top-scorer.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 07:15:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As the Atlanta Hawks wrapped up their first practice of a new season, Mike Woodson implored his team to take advantage of this once-in-a-decade opportunity."Mentally, we've got to step it up a notch," the coach told his players, gathered around him Thursd]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-04-16]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2468.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 07:15:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Ronald Murray, Shooting guard Moe Evans, Small forward Mario West, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Zaza Pachulia. Bench -- Guard Speedy Claxton, Guard Thomas Gardner, Forward Othello Hunter, Forward Solomon Jones, Center]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-04-16]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2469.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 07:15:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Mike Woodson said he plans to use the days leading up to the start of the series wisely, namely reminding his team that they've worked hard to earn home court advantage. But he also said he would make sure to point out that they've been here before, las]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-04-16]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2470.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 07:15:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hawks coach Mike Woodson doesn't do subtle. Not where his team is concerned. And certainly not when it comes to the playoffs. "This being our second straight year in the playoffs, we're not just happy to be here," Woodson said. "We made that push last yea]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[East playoff previews: First round]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/east-playoff-previews-first-round.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 07:15:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Does KG's injury status make the Celtics vulnerable to a first-round upset? Read Charley Rosen's East preview to find out.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks rest starters in loss to Grizzlies 2009-04-16]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-rest-starters-in-loss-to-grizzlies-2472.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 07:15:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Grizzlies won their season finale and the playoff-bound Atlanta Hawks escaped without injury, so everyone left Memphis happy Wednesday night.O.J. Mayo scored 26 points and Rudy Gay added 20 to lead the Grizzlies to a 98-90 victory over mostly Atlanta']]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-04-16]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2457.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Ronald Murray, Shooting guard Moe Evans, Small forward Mario West, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Zaza Pachulia. Bench -- Guard Speedy Claxton, Guard Thomas Gardner, Forward Othello Hunter, Forward Solomon Jones, Center]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-04-16]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2458.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Mike Woodson said he plans to use the days leading up to the start of the series wisely, namely reminding his team that they've worked hard to earn home court advantage. But he also said he would make sure to point out that they've been here before, las]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-04-16]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2459.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hawks coach Mike Woodson doesn't do subtle. Not where his team is concerned. And certainly not when it comes to the playoffs. "This being our second straight year in the playoffs, we're not just happy to be here," Woodson said. "We made that push last yea]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks rest starters in loss to Grizzlies]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-rest-starters-in-loss-to-grizzlies.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Grizzlies won their season finale and the playoff-bound Atlanta Hawks escaped without injury, so everyone left Memphis happy Wednesday night.O.J. Mayo scored 26 points and Rudy Gay added 20 to lead the Grizzlies to a 98-90 victory over mostly Atlanta']]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sixers, Jazz in serious trouble entering playoffs 2009-04-16]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/sixers-jazz-in-serious-trouble-entering-playoffs-2461.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[All three NBA games Tuesday pitted likely first-round playoff opponents. What we learned depends on the game, John Galinsky says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Grizzlies Preview 2009-04-15]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-grizzlies-preview-2462.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[While the Atlanta Hawks faced their future playoff opponent, their starters ending up watching most of the game.The Hawks will likely treat Wednesday night's regular-season finale against the Memphis Grizzlies in a similar manner.Atlanta is expected to le]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks reserves handle Heat scrubs 2009-04-15]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-reserves-handle-heat-scrubs-2463.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mario West blew a dunk. Speedy Claxton threw up an airball on a free throw. And Miami missed five shots on a decisive possession.This playoff preview looked more like a preseason game.Flip Murray scored 17 points to lead the Atlanta Hawks reserves past th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKETS SUMMARY  2009-04-16]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-summary--2464.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TONIGHT: Rockets at DALLAS Mavericks]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-04-15]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2449.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Hawks coach Mike Woodson might be able to squeeze in some quality time with one of his oldest friends when the Hawks finally get to Miami next week for their playoff series against the Heat. Fellow Indiana All-American and basketball Hall of Famer Isiah]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-04-15]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2450.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-04-15]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2451.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's been awhile for Speedy Claxton. Claxton's last regular-season action came on March 3, 2007. He played 15 scoreless minutes against the New York Knicks. But with Acie Law IV still sidelined with lower back pain and the playoffs just days away, Claxton]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sixers, Jazz in serious trouble entering playoffs]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/sixers-jazz-in-serious-trouble-entering-playoffs.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[All three NBA games Tuesday pitted likely first-round playoff opponents. What we learned depends on the game, John Galinsky says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Grizzlies Preview 2009-04-15]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-grizzlies-preview-2453.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[While the Atlanta Hawks faced their future playoff opponent, their starters ending up watching most of the game.The Hawks will likely treat Wednesday night's regular-season finale against the Memphis Grizzlies in a similar manner.Atlanta is expected to le]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks reserves handle Heat scrubs]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-reserves-handle-heat-scrubs.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mario West blew a dunk. Speedy Claxton threw up an airball on a free throw. And Miami missed five shots on a decisive possession.This playoff preview looked more like a preseason game.Flip Murray scored 17 points to lead the Atlanta Hawks reserves past th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Report: Syracuse guard Flynn to sign with agent]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/report-syracuse-guard-flynn-to-sign-with-agent.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Syracuse point guard Jonny Flynn will sign with an agent, a newspaper reported Monday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heat-Hawks Preview 2009-04-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/heat-hawks-preview-2456.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra had nothing but good things to say about Dwyane Wade after the MVP candidate delivered one of the best performances of his career to help the team clinch the No. 5 seed in the Eastern Conference playoffs.An encore effort fr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-04-14]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2444.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Marvin Williams returned to the lineup Friday, but Mo Evans and Acie Law IV did not play against the Pacers. Evans had a death in his family and was out of town. Law, however, is back on the inactive list with back spasms. He's dealt with lower back pai]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-04-14]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2445.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-04-14]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2446.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Marvin Williams' return to the Hawks' active rotation Friday night against Indiana came a few games too late for coach Mike Woodson. Don't' get Woodson wrong, he loves having his starting small forward back from a 16-game absence caused by a lower back in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heat-Hawks Preview 2009-04-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/heat-hawks-preview-2447.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra had nothing but good things to say about Dwyane Wade after the MVP candidate delivered one of the best performances of his career to help the team clinch the No. 5 seed in the Eastern Conference playoffs.An encore effort fr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pacers-Hawks Preview 2009-04-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/pacers-hawks-preview-2448.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks didn't panic while they were struggling through a brutal two-week stretch in their schedule. Perhaps that's because they were confident they'd respond positively once the opposition grew easier.The Hawks look to clinch home-court advanta]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-04-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2439.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Marvin Williams returned to the lineup Friday, but Mo Evans and Acie Law IV did not play against the Pacers. Evans had a death in his family and was out of town. Law, however, is back on the inactive list with back spasms. He's dealt with lower back pai]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-04-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2440.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-04-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2441.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Marvin Williams' return to the Hawks' active rotation Friday night against Indiana came a few games too late for coach Mike Woodson. Don't' get Woodson wrong, he loves having his starting small forward back from a 16-game absence caused by a lower back in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pacers-Hawks Preview 2009-04-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/pacers-hawks-preview-2442.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks didn't panic while they were struggling through a brutal two-week stretch in their schedule. Perhaps that's because they were confident they'd respond positively once the opposition grew easier.The Hawks look to clinch home-court advanta]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Bucks Preview 2009-04-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-bucks-preview-2443.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks are closing in on home-court advantage in the first round of the playoffs.They will try to take another step toward the No. 4 seed in the Eastern Conference on Wednesday night when they look to end their four-game road losing streak agai]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cavaliers beat Sixers to clinch top seed in the East ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/cavaliers-beat-sixers-to-clinch-top-seed-in-the-east-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DPA SPORTS Basketball NBA Cavaliers beat Sixers to clinch top seed in the EastBy Paul Levine, dpa?? = ?? Los Angeles (dpa) - The Cleveland Cavaliers are officially the new beast of the East, but they want to be the best of the best heading into the playof]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-04-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2432.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-04-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2433.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Marvin Williams returned to the lineup Friday, but Mo Evans and Acie Law IV did not play against the Pacers. Evans had a death in his family and was out of town. Law, however, is back on the inactive list with back spasms. He's dealt with lower back pai]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-04-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2434.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Marvin Williams' return to the Hawks' active rotation Friday night against Indiana came a few games too late for coach Mike Woodson. Don't' get Woodson wrong, he loves having his starting small forward back from a 16-game absence caused by a lower back in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 122, Pacers 118]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-122-pacers-118.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Josh Smith insists the Atlanta Hawks have only begun to earn some respect in the NBA."Critics didn't give us a chance at the beginning," he said. "That's what makes this so special."Smith scored 30 points and Joe Johnson had 24 to help the Hawks clinch th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pacers-Hawks Preview 2009-04-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/pacers-hawks-preview-2436.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks didn't panic while they were struggling through a brutal two-week stretch in their schedule. Perhaps that's because they were confident they'd respond positively once the opposition grew easier.The Hawks look to clinch home-court advanta]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 113, Bucks 105]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-113-bucks-105.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks' recent string of losses to playoff contenders was understandable, if not particularly convenient.But with the Hawks scrambling to secure the No. 4 playoff seed in the Eastern Conference, a loss to the Milwaukee Bucks would have been muc]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Bucks Preview 2009-04-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-bucks-preview-2438.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks are closing in on home-court advantage in the first round of the playoffs.They will try to take another step toward the No. 4 seed in the Eastern Conference on Wednesday night when they look to end their four-game road losing streak agai]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-04-11]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2425.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-04-11]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2426.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Marvin Williams returned to the lineup Friday, but Mo Evans and Acie Law IV did not play against the Pacers. Evans had a death in his family and was out of town. Law, however, is back on the inactive list with back spasms. He's dealt with lower back pai]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-04-11]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2427.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Marvin Williams' return to the Hawks' active rotation Friday night against Indiana came a few games too late for coach Mike Woodson. Don't' get Woodson wrong, he loves having his starting small forward back from a 16-game absence caused by a lower back in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks sew up No. 4 seed in East]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-sew-up-no-4-seed-in-east.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Josh Smith insists the Atlanta Hawks have only begun to earn some respect in the NBA."Critics didn't give us a chance at the beginning," he said. "That's what makes this so special."Smith scored 30 points and Joe Johnson had 24 to help the Hawks clinch th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marvin Williams returns after missing 16 games]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/marvin-williams-returns-after-missing-16-games.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Forward Marvin Williams returned to the Atlanta Hawks on Friday after missing 16 games with a lower back injury.Hawks coach Mike Woodson inserted Williams, who averaged 14 points and 6.4 rebounds in starting his first 59 games this season, midway through ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pacers-Hawks Preview 2009-04-09]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/pacers-hawks-preview-2430.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks didn't panic while they were struggling through a brutal two-week stretch in their schedule. Perhaps that's because they were confident they'd respond positively once the opposition grew easier.The Hawks look to clinch home-court advanta]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROUNDUP: Blazers burn through Spurs, tighten up playoff race in West ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/roundup-blazers-burn-through-spurs-tighten-up-playoff-race-in-west-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 07:15:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DPA SPORTS Basketball NBA ROUNDUP: Blazers burn through Spurs, tighten up playoff race in WestBy Paul Levine, dpa?? = ?? Los Angeles (dpa) - For the past seven seasons the Portland Trail Blazers have been road kill in San Antonio, but on Wednesday night t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROUNDUP: Trail Blazers burn Spurs, tighten up playoff race in West ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/roundup-trail-blazers-burn-spurs-tighten-up-playoff-race-in-west-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 07:15:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DPA SPORTS Basketball NBA ROUNDUP: Trail Blazers burn Spurs, tighten up playoff race in WestBy Paul Levine, dpa?? = ?? Los Angeles (dpa) - For the past seven seasons the Portland Trail Blazers have been road kill in San Antonio, but on Wednesday night the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[CORRECTION (eca047) ROUNDUP: Blazers burn through Spurs, tighten up ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/correction-eca047-roundup-blazers-burn-through-spurs-tighten-up-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 07:15:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DPA SPORTS Basketball NBA CORRECTION (eca047) ROUNDUP: Blazers burn through Spurs, tighten upplayoff race in West By Paul Levine, dpa Eds: Corrects years of Portland defeats in first para?? = ?? Los Angeles (dpa) - For the past six seasons the Portland Tr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-04-10]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2421.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 07:15:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-04-10]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2422.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 07:15:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Woodson objected to the notion that the Hawks' lopsided home and road records somehow paint them in a different light than most of the rest of the league. "There are only seven teams in our league playing better than .500 on the road this season," he sa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-04-10]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2423.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 07:15:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As much as they'd like to block out everything else, the Hawks can't help but pay attention to the teams behind them in the Eastern Conference standings. That means they pay as much attention to what Miami and Philadelphia are doing as they do anyone else]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pacers-Hawks Preview 2009-04-09]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/pacers-hawks-preview-2424.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 07:15:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks didn't panic while they were struggling through a brutal two-week stretch in their schedule. Perhaps that's because they were confident they'd respond positively once the opposition grew easier.The Hawks look to clinch home-court advanta]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROUNDUP: Yao outplays Howard as Rockets beat Magic ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/roundup-yao-outplays-howard-as-rockets-beat-magic-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DPA SPORTS Basketball NBA ROUNDUP: Yao outplays Howard as Rockets beat MagicBy Paul Levine, dpa?? = ?? Los Angeles (dpa) - In another battle between the NBA's elite big men, Yao Ming got the better of Dwight Howard and the Houston Rockets continued their ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-04-09]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2411.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. 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"There are only seven teams in our league playing better than .500 on the road this season," he sa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-04-09]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2413.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As much as they'd like to block out everything else, the Hawks can't help but pay attention to the teams behind them in the Eastern Conference standings. That means they pay as much attention to what Miami and Philadelphia are doing as they do anyone else]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks close to clinching No. 4 seed]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-close-to-clinching-no-4-seed.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks' recent string of losses to playoff contenders was understandable, if not particularly convenient.But with the Hawks scrambling to secure the No. 4 playoff seed in the Eastern Conference, a loss to the Milwaukee Bucks would have been muc]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-04-09]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/-2415.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Baseball]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-04-09]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/-2416.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Baseball]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bosh is not enough as Hawks down Raps ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/bosh-is-not-enough-as-hawks-down-raps-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Josh Smith had 25 points and seven rebounds as the Atlanta Hawks used 11-for-22 shooting from three-point range to down theTorontoRaptors 118-110 at Air Canada Centre last night. The Hawks (44-34) have a tenuous grip on the highly coveted No. 4 seed in th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Short Stops ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/short-stops-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cops charge two in bike thefts]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lowly Raps give young seven-footer rare floor time ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/lowly-raps-give-young-seven-footer-rare-floor-time-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Basketball REPORTER,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Raptors give young hopefuls extra floor time in losing effort ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/raptors-give-young-hopefuls-extra-floor-time-in-losing-effort-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Basketball REPORTER,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-04-08]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2404.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Marvin Williams was back on the practice floor Monday and made the trip with the team to Toronto for Tuesday's game. The practice work Monday was his first live work of any kind in a month. He injured his lower back late in a March 7 win over Detroit at]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-04-08]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2405.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-04-08]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2406.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Losing three straight games to end the regular season last year had most folks expecting an early first-round exit for the Hawks in their series against Boston. It never happened. The Hawks battled the Celtics to seven games, getting blown out in the fina]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Bucks Preview 2009-04-08]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-bucks-preview-2407.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks are closing in on home-court advantage in the first round of the playoffs.They will try to take another step toward the No. 4 seed in the Eastern Conference on Wednesday night when they look to end their four-game road losing streak agai]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 118, Raptors 110]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-118-raptors-110.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A flurry of 3s boosted the Atlanta Hawks' hopes of No. 4.Josh Smith had 25 points and seven rebounds, and the Hawks used 11-for-22 shooting from 3-point range to beat the Toronto Raptors 118-110 on Tuesday night.The Hawks (44-34), trying to secure the No.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Smith, Hawks overcome Raptors ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/smith-hawks-overcome-raptors-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Josh Smith had 25 points and seven rebounds, and the Atlanta Hawks used 11-for-22 shooting from 3-point range to beat the Toronto Raptors 118-110 on Tuesday night.The Hawks (44-34), trying to secure the No. 4 seed in the Eastern Conference, also got 25 po]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-04-07]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2395.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. 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If the Hawks aren't careful, the fourth spot in the Eastern Conference playoff chase and the home-court advantage that comes with it won't be far behind. Three consecutive losses, each of them to teams bound for the Eastern ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Raptors Preview 2009-04-06]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-raptors-preview-2398.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks have a tenuous grip on the highly coveted No. 4 seed in the Eastern Conference. They might need to step up their play in the last week of the regular season to hold onto it.The Hawks look to avoid a season high-tying fourth consecutive d]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKETS SUMMARY  2009-04-07]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-summary--2399.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TONIGHT: Trail Blazers at Rockets]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jazz at 35 &raquo 2009-04-06]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/jazz-at-35-raquo-2400.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In nearly 10 years as theUtahJazz's vice president of Basketball operations, job-related anxiety has prevented Kevin O'Connor from sleeping only twice.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Winning streak Knicked]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/winning-streak-knicked.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Basketball REPORTER]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-04-06]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2390.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Hawks coach Mike Woodson can't help but think about the way the Hawks played their first six games of the season. Defense was the name of their game. Unselfishness was the rule and not the exception. The team played with a purpose that its first six opp]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-04-06]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2391.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-04-06]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2392.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The sense of security is gone. If the Hawks aren't careful, the fourth spot in the Eastern Conference playoff chase and the home-court advantage that comes with it won't be far behind. Three consecutive losses, each of them to teams bound for the Eastern ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jazz at 35 &raquo 2009-04-06]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/jazz-at-35-raquo-2393.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In nearly 10 years as theUtahJazz's vice president of Basketball operations, job-related anxiety has prevented Kevin O'Connor from sleeping only twice.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Magic-Hawks Preview 2009-04-04]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/magic-hawks-preview-2394.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Orlando may not be able to secure the No. 1 seed, but the Magic just made a case that they might be the team to beat in the Eastern Conference playoffs.While Orlando looks for its 15th win in 18 games Saturday night, the struggling Atlanta Hawks try to re]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-04-05]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2383.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. 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If the Hawks aren't careful, the fourth spot in the Eastern Conference playoff chase and the home-court advantage that comes with it won't be far behind. Three consecutive losses, each of them to teams bound for the Eastern ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Howard has 20-20 game vs. Hawks]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/howard-has-20-20-game-vs-hawks.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Despite the Orlando Magic's recent success, Dwight Howard still sees much room for improvement."We didn't play with good enough energy like we needed to, so we really had to grind it out," he said. "We weren't focused at the beginning of the game. I talke]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Magic-Hawks Preview 2009-04-04]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/magic-hawks-preview-2387.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Orlando may not be able to secure the No. 1 seed, but the Magic just made a case that they might be the team to beat in the Eastern Conference playoffs.While Orlando looks for its 15th win in 18 games Saturday night, the struggling Atlanta Hawks try to re]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Celtics Preview 2009-04-03]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-celtics-preview-2388.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As they chase the No. 2 spot in the Eastern Conference, the Boston Celtics have earned three straight victories to start their latest stint without Kevin Garnett.The last one didn't come easily, though, and the next one could also be difficult.Two days af]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-04-04]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2374.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks didn't appear to learn anything from last Friday's home loss to the Celtics, when they let Glen Davis get rolling early and carry the load until Paul Pierce and Ray Allen got going. Davis had a double-double by halftime last week. He had 14 po]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-04-04]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2375.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Mo Evans, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Mario West, Forward Othello Hunter, Forward Solomon Jones, Forward/Center Zaza]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-04-04]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2376.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Had the Hawks taken care of business a little better earlier in the season, these last three weeks of the season might have provided an opportunity to rest some of the rotation regulars for the playoffs. But injuries and a tighter-than-they-want race for ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Magic-Hawks Preview 2009-04-04]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/magic-hawks-preview-2377.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Orlando may not be able to secure the No. 1 seed, but the Magic just made a case that they might be the team to beat in the Eastern Conference playoffs.While Orlando looks for its 15th win in 18 games Saturday night, the struggling Atlanta Hawks try to re]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jazz at 35 &raquo]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/jazz-at-35-raquo.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In nearly 10 years as theUtahJazz's vice president of Basketball operations, job-related anxiety has prevented Kevin O'Connor from sleeping only twice.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celtics 104, Hawks 92]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/celtics-104-hawks-92.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Paul Pierce is planning a birthday party for his 1-year-old daughter. Kevin Garnett gets another four days to recover from a strained right knee. Rajon Rondo is just going to "chill at home."Let the other Eastern Conference playoff contenders tear each ot]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celtics hold on to second in East]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/celtics-hold-on-to-second-in-east.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Paul Pierce scored 21 points and Rajon Rondo had 20 to lead Boston to a 104-92 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Friday night, helping the Celtics maintain their hold on the second-best record in the Eastern Conference.Kendrick Perkins had 12 points and 1]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Celtics Preview 2009-04-03]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-celtics-preview-2381.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As they chase the No. 2 spot in the Eastern Conference, the Boston Celtics have earned three straight victories to start their latest stint without Kevin Garnett.The last one didn't come easily, though, and the next one could also be difficult.Two days af]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKETS SUMMARY  2009-04-04]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-summary--2382.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TONIGHT: Rockets at L.A. Lakers]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-04-03]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2369.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--It only took one night in town for the Hawks to catch Wildcats fever, which is running rampant around Philadelphia these days with Villanova days away from their first Final Four since 1985. Hawks center Al Horford, a two-time winner at the Final Four w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-04-03]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2370.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. 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Thi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Celtics Preview 2009-04-03]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-celtics-preview-2372.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As they chase the No. 2 spot in the Eastern Conference, the Boston Celtics have earned three straight victories to start their latest stint without Kevin Garnett.The last one didn't come easily, though, and the next one could also be difficult.Two days af]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKETS SUMMARY  2009-04-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-summary--2373.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TONIGHT: Rockets at PHOENIX Suns]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-04-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2363.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-04-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2364.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--It only took one night in town for the Hawks to catch Wildcats fever, which is running rampant around Philadelphia these days with Villanova days away from their first Final Four since 1985. Hawks center Al Horford, a two-time winner at the Final Four w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-04-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2365.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hawks coach Mike Woodson loves this time of year. His team is in the thick of the playoff hunt and that means every game is more important than the next. "This is our version of March Madness," said Woodson. "And this is what these guys signed up for. Thi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Answering your NBA questions: Suns must rebuild]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/answering-your-nba-questions-suns-must-rebuild.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Steve Nash isn't getting younger and the Suns need wholesale changes.The next move seems obvious to Charley Rosen.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKETS SUMMARY  2009-04-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-summary--2367.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TONIGHT: Rockets at PHOENIX Suns]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-76ers Preview 2009-03-30]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-76ers-preview-2368.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A brutal stretch of schedule wasn't doing much for the Atlanta Hawks before they delivered a lockdown defensive effort to defeat one of the top teams in the NBA.The Hawks hope to replicate that performance against another team battling for playoff positio]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-04-01]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2357.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-04-01]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2358.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--It only took one night in town for the Hawks to catch Wildcats fever, which is running rampant around Philadelphia these days with Villanova days away from their first Final Four since 1985. Hawks center Al Horford, a two-time winner at the Final Four w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-04-01]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2359.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hawks coach Mike Woodson loves this time of year. His team is in the thick of the playoff hunt and that means every game is more important than the next. "This is our version of March Madness," said Woodson. "And this is what these guys signed up for. Thi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Iguodala, Miller lead 76ers past Hawks]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/iguodala-miller-lead-76ers-past-hawks.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Philadelphia 76ers proved they could win without Thaddeus Young. They might have to keep proving it over their final nine regular-season games.Andre Iguodala scored 19 points, Andre Miller added 18 points and 10 assists, and the 76ers overcame a seaso]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA Power Rankings]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-power-rankings.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's time to forget that 0-2 mark vs. L.A. and admit the Cavs are having the better season. John Galinsky's Power Rankings do just that.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-76ers Preview 2009-03-30]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-76ers-preview-2362.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A brutal stretch of schedule wasn't doing much for the Atlanta Hawks before they delivered a lockdown defensive effort to defeat one of the top teams in the NBA.The Hawks hope to replicate that performance against another team battling for playoff positio]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[James, Cavs manhandle Mavs for milestone 60th win ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/james-cavs-manhandle-mavs-for-milestone-60th-win-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DPA SPORTS Basketball NBA James, Cavs manhandle Mavs for milestone 60th winBy Paul Levine, dpa?? = ?? Los Angeles (dpa) - The Cleveland Cavaliers turned 60 on Sunday, but aren't showing any signs of slowing down. ?? MVP front-runnerLeBron Jameshad 24 poin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-03-31]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2352.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks got their best game after two lackluster efforts. To get it before the largest regular season crowd in the nearly 10-year history of Philips Arena only made it that much sweeter for the Hawks, who won seven straight home games earlier this mon]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-03-31]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2353.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-03-31]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2354.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Zaza Pachulia pumped his fist at least four times. Josh Smith pumped his a time or too as well. Other than the occasional flash, the Hawks kept their emotions in check throughout their 86-76 win over the Los Angeles Lakers Sunday. "We couldn't afford to g]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-76ers Preview 2009-03-30]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-76ers-preview-2355.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A brutal stretch of schedule wasn't doing much for the Atlanta Hawks before they delivered a lockdown defensive effort to defeat one of the top teams in the NBA.The Hawks hope to replicate that performance against another team battling for playoff positio]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA REPORT  2009-03-30]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-report--2356.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[NBA GLANCE]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-03-30]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2346.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks got their best game after two lackluster efforts. To get it before the largest regular season crowd in the nearly 10-year history of Philips Arena only made it that much sweeter for the Hawks, who won seven straight home games earlier this mon]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-03-30]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2347.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-03-30]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2348.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Zaza Pachulia pumped his fist at least four times. Josh Smith pumped his a time or too as well. Other than the occasional flash, the Hawks kept their emotions in check throughout their 86-76 win over the Los Angeles Lakers Sunday. "We couldn't afford to g]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 86, Lakers 76]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-86-lakers-76.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It was the kind of shot Kobe Bryant might make - a 3-pointer that bounces high off the rim, ricochets off the top of the backboard, then drops through.Mike Bibby was the one who pulled it off Sunday.Bibby scored 21 points and buried Los Angeles with his i]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kobe struggles as Lakers fall to Hawks]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/kobe-struggles-as-lakers-fall-to-hawks.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Kobe Bryant wasn't feeling well. It showed.Mike Bibby scored 21 points - including an improbable 3 off the top of the backboard - and the Atlanta Hawks took advantage of a tough game for Bryant, beating Los Angeles 86-76 Sunday to knock the Lakers another]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pau Gasol's season-high 36 carries Lakers to top seed in West ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/pau-gasol-s-season-high-36-carries-lakers-to-top-seed-in-west-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DPA SPORTS Basketball NBA Pau Gasol's season-high 36 carries Lakers to top seed in WestBy Paul Levine, dpa?? = ?? Los Angeles (dpa) - Reigning league MVPKobe Bryantwasn't at his best, but Pau Gasol was and the Los Angeles Lakers won the West. ?? Gasol sco]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-03-29]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2342.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--For purely selfish reasons, C Zaza Pachulia loves when Hawks coach Mike Woodson deploys his "big boy" lineup and starts Pachulia, Al Horford and Josh Smith along the frontline. With Boston in town Friday night, Woodson said he decided to go big to comba]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-03-29]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2343.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Josh Smith, Power forward Al Horford, Center Zaza Pachulia. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Mo Evans, Forward Solomon Jones. PLAYER NOTES: --C Al Horford struggled m]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-03-29]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2344.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[You can knock off the little guys forever and no one will take notice. But if you want the kind of respect the Hawks seek, sooner or later you have to beat one of the big boys, and preferably when it matters most. Heading into Sunday's game against the Lo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lakers-Hawks Preview]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/lakers-hawks-preview.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Lakers easily clinched the top spot in the Western Conference. Homecourt advantage in the playoffs, though, may not get them very far if Kobe Bryant is hurt.With Bryant's status uncertain, the Lakers look to remain undefeated on a season-h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-03-28]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2335.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--For purely selfish reasons, C Zaza Pachulia loves when Hawks coach Mike Woodson deploys his "big boy" lineup and starts Pachulia, Al Horford and Josh Smith along the frontline. With Boston in town Friday night, Woodson said he decided to go big to comba]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-03-28]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2336.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Josh Smith, Power forward Al Horford, Center Zaza Pachulia. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Mo Evans, Forward Solomon Jones. PLAYER NOTES:  --C Al Horford struggled ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-03-28]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2337.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[You can knock off the little guys forever and no one will take notice. But if you want the kind of respect the Hawks seek, sooner or later you have to beat one of the big boys, and preferably when it matters most. Heading into Sunday's game against the Lo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celtics 99, Hawks 93]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/celtics-99-hawks-93.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With Kevin Garnett watching, Glen Davis helped keep the Boston Celtics hustling and winning.Davis, who moved into the starting lineup as Garnett was held out with a sore knee, had 19 points and matched his career high with 12 rebounds to lead the Celtics ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Minus Garnett, Celtics able to hold off Hawks]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/minus-garnett-celtics-able-to-hold-off-hawks.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Boston rested Kevin Garnett, but showed off its depth as Glen Davis filled in with 19 points and 12 rebounds to lead the Celtics past the Atlanta Hawks 99-93 on Friday night.Davis matched his career high in rebounds, and Ray Allen led Boston with 22 point]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celtics-Hawks Preview 2009-03-27]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/celtics-hawks-preview-2340.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks were the most surprising team to remind the Boston Celtics how difficult it is to win road playoff games last season.But while the Celtics had home-court advantage throughout their run to a 17th championship last year, they're in danger ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Howard plays big, Magic holds off Celtics to clinch Southeast crown ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/howard-plays-big-magic-holds-off-celtics-to-clinch-southeast-crown-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 07:15:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DPA SPORTS Basketball NBA Howard plays big, Magic holds off Celtics to clinch Southeast crownBy Paul Levine, dpa?? = ?? Los Angeles (dpa) - Dwight Howard played big at both ends from start to finish. ?? Howard had 24 points, 21 rebounds and blocked Paul P]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-03-27]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2329.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 07:15:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--F Marvin Williams is running on an anti-gravity treadmill and has been pain free in all three of his running sessions. That doesn't mean he's going to come back anytime soon from a lower back injury that has cost him the past two and a half weeks, and c]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-03-27]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2330.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 07:15:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Mo Evans, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Mario West, Forward/Center Zaza Pachulia. PLAYER NOTES:  --G Flip Murray, who ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-03-27]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2331.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 07:15:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Winning even when you lose. Only in the NBA. The Hawks clinched a playoff berth Wednesday night by playing their worst home game in more than a month. But for a team still floating on the euphoric cloud of its first winning season in a decade, clinching i]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Parker takes over ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/parker-takes-over-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 07:15:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ATLANTA - Tony Parker already had torched the Atlanta Hawks for 24 points in the first three quarters of the Spurs' 102-92 victory at Philips Arena here Wednesday night, making 12 of 15 shots, and Hawks coach Mike Woodson had seen enough.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celtics-Hawks Preview 2009-03-27]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/celtics-hawks-preview-2333.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 07:15:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks were the most surprising team to remind the Boston Celtics how difficult it is to win road playoff games last season.But while the Celtics had home-court advantage throughout their run to a 17th championship last year, they're in danger ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lakers' bench must step up]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/lakers-bench-must-step-up.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 07:15:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Yes, Kobe has to carry the Lakers as he did in Thursday's win. But, the bench could drag him down, Charley Rosen says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-03-26]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2322.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 07:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--F Marvin Williams is running on an anti-gravity treadmill and has been pain free in all three of his running sessions. That doesn't mean he's going to come back anytime soon from a lower back injury that has cost him the past two and a half weeks, and c]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-03-26]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2323.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 07:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Mo Evans, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Mario West, Forward/Center Zaza Pachulia. PLAYER NOTES:  --G Flip Murray, who ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-03-26]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2324.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 07:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Winning even when you lose. Only in the NBA. The Hawks clinched a playoff berth Wednesday night by playing their worst home game in more than a month. But for a team still floating on the euphoric cloud of its first winning season in a decade, clinching i]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spurs 102, Hawks 92]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/spurs-102-hawks-92.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 07:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tony Parker spent the past month scoring big to compensate for the absence of Manu Ginobili. With Ginobili back, Parker picked up his scoring even more to help the San Antonio Spurs win without Tim Duncan.Parker scored 42 points and the Spurs ended Atlant]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Parker, Spurs end Hawks' home win streak]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/parker-spurs-end-hawks-home-win-streak.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 07:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tony Parker scored 42 points and the San Antonio Spurs, playing without Tim Duncan, ended Atlanta's eight-game home winning streak with a 102-92 victory on Wednesday night.Parker enjoyed his second-best scoring total of the season. He set a career high wi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celtics in danger of falling further in East standings]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/celtics-in-danger-of-falling-further-in-east-standings.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 07:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Celtics fell into a 2nd-place tie with Orlando Wednesday, and Charley Rosen says the champs must hurry to stay in the title hunt.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-03-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2316.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--G Acie Law IV joined Marvin Williams on the inactive list for the second straight game Monday. Like Williams, Law has a lower-back problem. Williams is out indefinitely with lower back pain that could cost him the rest of the regular season. Law has bac]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-03-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2317.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-03-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2318.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The turnaround is complete now. From doormat to winning team and it only took 11 brutal years for the Hawks to complete it, the last five with Mike Woodson as coach. Only he, his staff and Josh Smith remain from the first training camp in 2004."This means]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spurs-Hawks Preview]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/spurs-hawks-preview.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[San Antonio finally won a close game. Now the Spurs will see if they can maintain the No. 2 seed in the Western Conference standings.After closing out its homestand with a much-needed win, San Antonio travels to Atlanta on Wednesday night to face a playof]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA REPORT  2009-03-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-report--2320.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[STANDINGS]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKETS SUMMARY  2009-03-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-summary--2321.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TODAY: Rockets at SAN ANTONIO Spurs]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-03-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2311.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--G Acie Law IV joined Marvin Williams on the inactive list for the second straight game Monday. Like Williams, Law has a lower-back problem. Williams is out indefinitely with lower back pain that could cost him the rest of the regular season. Law has bac]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-03-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2312.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-03-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2313.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The turnaround is complete now. From doormat to winning team and it only took 11 brutal years for the Hawks to complete it, the last five with Mike Woodson as coach. Only he, his staff and Josh Smith remain from the first training camp in 2004."This means]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 109, Timberwolves 97]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-109-timberwolves-97.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks are doing their best work at home these days.Flip Murray scored a season-best 30 points, and Mike Bibby and Joe Johnson each added 20 as the Atlanta Hawks won their season-high eighth straight home game, beating the Minnesota Timberwolve]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks make it eight straight at home]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-make-it-eight-straight-at-home.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Flip Murray scored a season-best 30 points, and Mike Bibby and Joe Johnson each added 20 as the Atlanta Hawks won their season-high eighth straight home game, beating the Minnesota Timberwolves 109-97 on Monday night.It was Atlanta's eighth win in nine ga]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-03-23]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2307.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 07:15:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Hawks reserve PG Acie Law IV did not make the trip to Cleveland because of lower back pain. Law played just a minute in the Hawks' win over Dallas on Thursday before being pulled from the game. "I don't know how bad it is," coach Mike Woodson said. "I d]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-03-23]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2308.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 07:15:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Forward Thomas Gardne]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-03-23]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2309.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 07:15:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The way the playoff brackets would set up right now, the Hawks and Cavaliers could see each other in a potential second-round matchup. And you can bet it was on the minds of players and coaches from both teams Saturday afternoon when they hooked up in the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Timberwolves-Hawks Preview]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/timberwolves-hawks-preview.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 07:15:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Returning home to face one of the NBA's weaker teams could help the Atlanta Hawks bounce back from their first loss in two weeks.The Hawks look to extend their winning streak at Philips Arena to eight Monday night while trying for a sixth consecutive vict]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-03-22]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2300.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Forward Thomas Gardne]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-03-22]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2301.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The way the playoff brackets would set up right now, the Hawks and Cavaliers could see each other in a potential second-round matchup. And you can bet it was on the minds of players and coaches from both teams Saturday afternoon when they hooked up in the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-03-22]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2302.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Hawks reserve PG Acie Law IV did not make the trip to Cleveland because of lower back pain. Law played just a minute in the Hawks' win over Dallas on Thursday before being pulled from the game. "I don't know how bad it is," coach Mike Woodson said. "I d]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cavaliers 102, Hawks 96]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/cavaliers-102-hawks-96.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Any ideas the Atlanta Hawks had of extending their seven-game winning streak ended quickly Saturday.LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers rolled to a 24-point lead early in the second period in winning their eighth straight game, 102-96 over the Hawks.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks coach Woodson ejected from game in Cleveland]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-coach-woodson-ejected-from-game-in-cleveland.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Atlanta coach Mike Woodson was ejected from Saturday's game against Cleveland after picking up two technical fouls.Woodson was given a technical for arguing a call in the second quarter. He was hit with his second technical and ejected by referee Joe Fort]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[LeBron, Cavs bring end to Hawks' streak]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/lebron-cavs-bring-end-to-hawks-streak.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mo Williams scored 24 points, LeBron James added 22 and the Cleveland Cavaliers rolled to their eighth straight win, 102-96 over the Atlanta Hawks on Saturday.The loss snapped the Hawks' seven-game winning streak.All of Atlanta's wins during the streak ca]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Cavaliers Preview 2009-03-20]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-cavaliers-preview-2306.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LeBron James has been phenomenal during the Cleveland Cavaliers' seven-game winning streak, recording four triple-doubles while the Cavaliers have seized control in the race for the Eastern Conference's top seed.Up for debate, however, is whether they're ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2292.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2293.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Dallas coach Rick Carlisle said the Hawks team he's coaching against now bears little resemblance to the team he saw five years ago when he was coaching the Indiana Pacers. "(Hawks coach Mike Woodson) has done a great job," Carlisle said before the Hawk]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2294.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Coach Mike Woodson loves the look in his team's eyes these days. That's why he's not worried about them letting up with Cleveland up next Saturday at Quicken Loans Arena."The bottom line is this, our team is playing for something," Woodson said. "And this]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Decision on Brewer looms ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/decision-on-brewer-looms-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Oklahoma City ? As much attention as their plans to re-sign Paul Millsap already have received, the Jazz also will have decisions to make about Ronnie Brewer , with a window beginning July 1 to sign the third-year guard to a contract extension.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Short stint cut short by Tasmanian offer I ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/short-stint-cut-short-by-tasmanian-offer-i-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Cavaliers Preview 2009-03-20]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-cavaliers-preview-2297.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LeBron James has been phenomenal during the Cleveland Cavaliers' seven-game winning streak, recording four triple-doubles while the Cavaliers have seized control in the race for the Eastern Conference's top seed.Up for debate, however, is whether they're ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Johnson, Hawks top Mavs for 7th straight win 2009-03-20]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/johnson-hawks-top-mavs-for-7th-straight-win-2298.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Johnson scored 24 points, and reserve Flip Murray had 19 in the Atlanta Hawks' seventh straight victory, 95-87 over the Dallas Mavericks on Thursday night.The Hawks moved four games ahead of fifth-place Miami in the Eastern Conference standings.Dallas]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Separating the pretenders from the contenders]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/separating-the-pretenders-from-the-contenders.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With the playoff picture taking shape, Randy Hill lets us know which teams have a title shot and which are sitting ducks.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-03-20]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2286.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-03-20]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2287.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Dallas coach Rick Carlisle said the Hawks team he's coaching against now bears little resemblance to the team he saw five years ago when he was coaching the Indiana Pacers. "(Hawks coach Mike Woodson) has done a great job," Carlisle said before the Hawk]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-03-20]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2288.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Coach Mike Woodson loves the look in his team's eyes these days. That's why he's not worried about them letting up with Cleveland up next Saturday at Quicken Loans Arena."The bottom line is this, our team is playing for something," Woodson said. "And this]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 95, Mavericks 87]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-95-mavericks-87.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hawks coach Mike Woodson winced every time Dallas' Dirk Nowitzki and Jason Terry pulled up for jumpers in the fourth quarter."It just happened to go our way in the end," Woodson said. "Our defense helped as well, especially when we had to have it down the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Johnson, Hawks top Mavs for 7th straight win]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/johnson-hawks-top-mavs-for-7th-straight-win.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Johnson scored 24 points, and reserve Flip Murray had 19 in the Atlanta Hawks' seventh straight victory, 95-87 over the Dallas Mavericks on Thursday night.The Hawks moved four games ahead of fifth-place Miami in the Eastern Conference standings.Dallas]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Horford drives Hawks to sixth straight win 2009-03-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/horford-drives-hawks-to-sixth-straight-win-2291.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Al Horford had 23 points and 12 rebounds, and Josh Smith finished with 21 points and 10 rebounds in the Atlanta Hawks' sixth straight victory, 119-97 over the Sacramento Kings on Tuesday night.Improving to 26-7 at home, the Hawks are 40-28 overall, their ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-03-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2280.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks and NHL's Atlanta Thrashers had piled up 11 straight wins between them going into the Hawks' game against Sacramento at Philips Arena. That's a whole lot of winning for two teams, owned by the same group, bashed routinely for their failures. S]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-03-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2281.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-03-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2282.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A quick search for the reasons behind the Hawks' 6-0 tear at home could lead you all over the place -- from the comforts of home to the play of All-Star Joe Johnson to the inspired effort of a team playing without one of its core pieces. Or you could just]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mavericks-Hawks Preview]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/mavericks-hawks-preview.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[This has to be one of the most enjoyable homestands Atlanta Hawks fans have ever seen.The Hawks can make it a perfect one Thursday night and notch their longest winning streak in nearly a decade as they meet the Dallas Mavericks.Entering the start of this]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Horford drives Hawks to sixth straight win 2009-03-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/horford-drives-hawks-to-sixth-straight-win-2284.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Al Horford had 23 points and 12 rebounds, and Josh Smith finished with 21 points and 10 rebounds in the Atlanta Hawks' sixth straight victory, 119-97 over the Sacramento Kings on Tuesday night.Improving to 26-7 at home, the Hawks are 40-28 overall, their ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-03-17]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/-2285.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[athletics]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-03-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2271.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks and NHL's Atlanta Thrashers had piled up 11 straight wins between them going into the Hawks' game against Sacramento at Philips Arena. That's a whole lot of winning for two teams, owned by the same group, bashed routinely for their failures. S]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-03-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2272.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-03-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2273.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A quick search for the reasons behind the Hawks' 6-0 tear at home could lead you all over the place -- from the comforts of home to the play of All-Star Joe Johnson to the inspired effort of a team playing without one of its core pieces. Or you could just]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 119, Kings 97]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-119-kings-97.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For just a few seconds, it appeared as if Al Horford might be seriously injured when he went down after a hard foul. Instead, he got up and made his free throws.The Atlanta Hawks weren't going to let anything keep them down, either.Horford had 23 points a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jazz back at home amid long road ride ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/jazz-back-at-home-amid-long-road-ride-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tonight offers a mid-March respite, a rare home game amid what the Jazz can only hope is not their road to ruin. It comes against the Washington Wizards, a 16-win NBA Eastern Conference club that when compared to their recent menu of port stops ought to b]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Horford drives Hawks to sixth straight win]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/horford-drives-hawks-to-sixth-straight-win.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Al Horford had 23 points and 12 rebounds, and Josh Smith finished with 21 points and 10 rebounds in the Atlanta Hawks' sixth straight victory, 119-97 over the Sacramento Kings on Tuesday night.Improving to 26-7 at home, the Hawks are 40-28 overall, their ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mighty Lakers continue their home mastery over Mavericks ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/mighty-lakers-continue-their-home-mastery-over-mavericks-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DPA SPORTS Basketball NBA Mighty Lakers continue their home mastery over MavericksBy Paul Levine, dpa?? = ?? Los Angeles (dpa) - Mark Cuban may legally own the Dallas Mavericks, but the Lakers own them in Los Angeles. ?? Kobe Bryanttossed in 28 points, Tr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-03-17]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/-2278.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[athletics]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKETS SUMMARY  2009-03-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-summary--2279.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mutombo starts for Yao]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-03-17]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2265.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2009 07:17:48 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Hawks captain and All-Star Joe Johnson has given the same stock answer after all four of his 30-point games in the past nine days when asked what it is he's doing to post such numbers. For those of you that missed it, he's just "being aggressive." Johns]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-03-17]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2266.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2009 07:17:48 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-03-17]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2267.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2009 07:17:48 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hawks swingman Mo Evans has put up some gaudy numbers this season. Actually, he's put up three gaudy numbers this season. The Hawks are 12-1 with Evans in the starting lineup this season, and that includes his four straight starts in the past week for Mar]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kings-Hawks Preview]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/kings-hawks-preview.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2009 07:17:48 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks have faced playoff contenders throughout a five-game winning streak. That won't be the case in their next contest as they take on a Sacramento Kings team that's trying to avoid an NBA record for futility.With a chance to match their long]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks cruise past Blazers to win 5th straight 2009-03-15]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-cruise-past-blazers-to-win-5th-straight-2269.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2009 07:17:48 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Johnson scored 35 points, Josh Smith had 19 points and eight rebounds, and the Atlanta Hawks beat the Portland Trail Blazers 98-80 on Sunday for their fifth consecutive victory.Brandon Roy finished with 29 points for the Blazers, who have lost two of ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Johnson does it all for Hawks in win over Pacers 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/johnson-does-it-all-for-hawks-in-win-over-pacers-2270.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2009 07:17:48 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As long as the Atlanta Hawks are without Marvin Williams, Joe Johnson will keep looking for ways to score more."We've all got to pick up our play, definitely," Johnson said. "I'm trying to be the first one. At least jump-start us."Johnson scored 30 points]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-03-16]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2259.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Hawks captain and All-Star Joe Johnson has given the same stock answer after all four of his 30-point games in the past nine days when asked what it is he's doing to post such numbers. For those of you that missed it, he's just "being aggressive." Johns]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-03-16]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2260.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-03-16]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2261.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hawks swingman Mo Evans has put up some gaudy numbers this season. Actually, he's put up three gaudy numbers this season. The Hawks are 12-1 with Evans in the starting lineup this season, and that includes his four straight starts in the past week for Mar]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 98, Trail Blazers 80]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-98-trail-blazers-80.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As long as the Atlanta Hawks keep winning, Joe Johnson won't stop shooting.Johnson scored 35 points, Josh Smith had 19 points and eight rebounds, and the Hawks beat the Portland Trail Blazers 98-80 on Sunday for their fifth consecutive victory."It all fee]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks cruise past Blazers to win 5th straight]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-cruise-past-blazers-to-win-5th-straight.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Johnson scored 35 points, Josh Smith had 19 points and eight rebounds, and the Atlanta Hawks beat the Portland Trail Blazers 98-80 on Sunday for their fifth consecutive victory.Brandon Roy finished with 29 points for the Blazers, who have lost two of ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Johnson does it all for Hawks in win over Pacers 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/johnson-does-it-all-for-hawks-in-win-over-pacers-2264.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As long as the Atlanta Hawks are without Marvin Williams, Joe Johnson will keep looking for ways to score more."We've all got to pick up our play, definitely," Johnson said. "I'm trying to be the first one. At least jump-start us."Johnson scored 30 points]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-03-15]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2253.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--While the traffic in and around downtown Atlanta is even thicker than usual because of the ACC Tournament, Hawks assistant coach Larry Drew doesn't mind one bit. Having the ACC Tournament in town allows him to cater his schedule to see his son, Larry Dr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-03-15]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2254.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Maurice Evans, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Thomas Gardner, Forward Solomon Jone]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-03-15]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2255.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks' 50-win goal this season isn't completely out of the realm of possibility. Not yet. There's still time. And the way they're playing -- they've won four straight home games heading into Sunday's matinee with Portland -- anything is possible. "Don]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trail Blazers-Hawks Preview]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/trail-blazers-hawks-preview.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Two seasons ago, both the Atlanta Hawks and Portland Trail Blazers were 50-loss teams riding lengthy playoff droughts.Now, they're two of the NBA's emerging young contenders, and both will be looking to improve their postseason positioning when they meet ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Johnson does it all for Hawks in win over Pacers 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/johnson-does-it-all-for-hawks-in-win-over-pacers-2257.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As long as the Atlanta Hawks are without Marvin Williams, Joe Johnson will keep looking for ways to score more."We've all got to pick up our play, definitely," Johnson said. "I'm trying to be the first one. At least jump-start us."Johnson scored 30 points]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKETS SUMMARY  2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-summary--2258.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TODAY: Rockets at CHARLOTTE Bobcats]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2248.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--While the traffic in and around downtown Atlanta is even thicker than usual because of the ACC Tournament, Hawks assistant coach Larry Drew doesn't mind one bit. Having the ACC Tournament in town allows him to cater his schedule to see his son, Larry Dr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2249.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Maurice Evans, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Thomas Gardner, Forward Solomon Jone]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2250.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks' 50-win goal this season isn't completely out of the realm of possibility. Not yet. There's still time. And the way they're playing -- they've won four straight home games heading into Sunday's matinee with Portland -- anything is possible. "Don]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Johnson does it all for Hawks in win over Pacers]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/johnson-does-it-all-for-hawks-in-win-over-pacers.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As long as the Atlanta Hawks are without Marvin Williams, Joe Johnson will keep looking for ways to score more."We've all got to pick up our play, definitely," Johnson said. "I'm trying to be the first one. At least jump-start us."Johnson scored 30 points]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKETS SUMMARY  2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-summary--2252.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TODAY: Rockets at CHARLOTTE Bobcats]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jazz miss a beat as Hawks snap their 12-game run ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/jazz-miss-a-beat-as-hawks-snap-their-12-game-run-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DPA SPORTS Basketball NBA Jazz miss a beat as Hawks snap their 12-game runBy Paul Levine, dpa?? = ?? ???Los Angeles (dpa) - The Atlanta Hawks - the NBA's latest streak busters - struck again. ?? ???Joe Johnson scored 31 points with nine assists, Josh Smit]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jazz: Boozer back after sprain ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/jazz-boozer-back-after-sprain-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Indianapolis ? Carlos Boozer missed three months and 44 games after injuring his left knee in November, but was back in the lineup Tuesday after sitting out only one game thanks to the right ankle he sprained last week.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-03-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2241.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks might actually enjoy themselves right now if they could. After all, it's not every day that you knock off the league's two hottest teams in back-to-back games. A dogfight for the fourth spot in the Eastern Conference playoff race has a way of co]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-03-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2242.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--F Marvin Williams saw specialists at Duke University about the lower back injury that could sideline him for the rest of the season. But there was no update on his condition before the Hawks faced Utah at Philips Arena Wednesday night. As far as replace]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-03-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2243.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Mo Evans, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Forward/center Zaza Pachulia. PLAYER NOTES:  --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Utah Jazz: Win streak ends in Atlanta ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/utah-jazz-win-streak-ends-in-atlanta-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Atlanta ? As the final seconds ticked away Wednesday night, the public address announcer at Philips Arena couldn't help himself, yelling, "We are the streak busters. We end winning streaks. Hawks fans, make some noise!"]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Williams out indefinitely but passing on surgery]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/williams-out-indefinitely-but-passing-on-surgery.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hawks forward Marvin Williams has decided not to have surgery on his ailing back, opting for a more conservative treatment program.Williams is back in Atlanta after meeting with a specialist in Durham, N.C. The fourth-year player, averaging 14.0 points an]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pacers-Hawks Preview]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/pacers-hawks-preview.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks have ended two long winning streaks this week. Now they'll try to extend a modest run of their own.Coming off two of their biggest wins of the season, the Hawks look to remain undefeated on their seven-game homestand Friday night as they]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks' Williams out indefinitely, passing on surgery]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-williams-out-indefinitely-passing-on-surgery.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hawks forward Marvin Williams has decided not to have surgery on his ailing back, opting for a more conservative treatment program.Williams is back in Atlanta after meeting with a specialist in Durham, N.C. The fourth-year player, averaging 14.0 points an]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-03-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2232.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--F Marvin Williams saw specialists at Duke University about the lower back injury that could sideline him for the rest of the season. But there was no update on his condition before the Hawks faced Utah at Philips Arena Wednesday night. As far as replace]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-03-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2233.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Mo Evans, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Forward/center Zaza Pachulia. PLAYER NOTES:  --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-03-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2234.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks might actually enjoy themselves right now if they could. After all, it's not every day that you knock off the league's two hottest teams in back-to-back games. A dogfight for the fourth spot in the Eastern Conference playoff race has a way of co]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks halt Jazz win streak at 12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-halt-jazz-win-streak-at-12.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Deron Williams knew the Jazz wouldn't go unbeaten through the end of the regular season.Even so, Utah's star point guard wished his team had given itself a better chance against the Hawks to extend its winning streak to 13 games."We got a little complacen]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boozer back after sprain ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/boozer-back-after-sprain-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Indianapolis ? Carlos Boozer missed three months and 44 games after injuring his left knee in November, but was back in the lineup Tuesday after sitting out only one game thanks to the right ankle he sprained last week.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Smith, Atlanta coach clash ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/smith-atlanta-coach-clash-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ATLANTA -- During his four-plus seasons with the Atlanta Hawks, Josh Smith has had plenty of run-ins with head coach Mike Woodson.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pistons fail to gain ground ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/pistons-fail-to-gain-ground-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ATLANTA -- TheDetroitPistons came to Atlanta looking to make up ground in the Eastern Conference playoff race against an Atlanta team that was sinking fast.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-03-11]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2227.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Coach Mike Woodson said that while Marvin Williams is sidelined the Hawks will go deeper into their rotation to pick up the slack. That means more of Acie Law IV, Solomon Jones and Mario West for the foreseeable future. Law was on the floor during a 10-]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-03-11]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2228.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Mo Evans, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Speedy Claxton, Forward Thomas Gardner, F]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-03-11]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2229.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Word that Marvin Williams could be out for weeks with a lower back injury swept through the Hawks' locker room like a storm before Monday's game against New Orleans at Philips Arena."Man, that's a tough pill to swallow right there," captain and All-Star J]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jazz-Hawks Preview]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/jazz-hawks-preview.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With back-to-back quality wins at home, the Atlanta Hawks appear to have snapped out of their post-All-Star break slump.Their resurgence will likely be put to the test by a Utah Jazz team that has not only compiled its longest winning streak in 12 years, ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Johnson scores 30 in Hawks' win 2009-03-10]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/johnson-scores-30-in-hawks-win-2231.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Johnson scored 30 points and the Atlanta Hawks beat New Orleans 89-79 on Monday night, ending the Hornets' season-best seven-game winning streak.Johnson had only 12 points in back-to-back games and was held under 20 points in four straight before re-e]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-03-10]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2220.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Mo Evans, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Speedy Claxton, Forward Thomas Gardner, F]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-03-10]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2221.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--CoACH Mike Woodson said that while Marvin Williams is sidelined the Hawks will go deeper into their rotation to pick up the slack. That means more of Acie Law IV, Solomon Jones and Mario West for the foreseeable future. Law was on the floor during a 10-]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-03-10]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2222.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Word that Marvin Williams could be out for weeks with a lower back injury swept through the Hawks' locker room like a storm before Monday's game against New Orleans at Philips Arena."Man, that's a tough pill to swallow right there," captain and All-Star J]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 89, Hornets 79]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-89-hornets-79.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Johnson showed he's willing to step up if the Atlanta Hawks will be without Marvin Williams for a significant period of time.Johnson scored 30 points and the Hawks beat New Orleans 89-79 on Monday night, ending the Hornets' season-best seven-game winn]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Johnson scores 30 in Hawks' win]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/johnson-scores-30-in-hawks-win.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Johnson scored 30 points and the Atlanta Hawks beat New Orleans 89-79 on Monday night, ending the Hornets' season-best seven-game winning streak.Johnson had only 12 points in back-to-back games and was held under 20 points in four straight before re-e]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks' Williams, Hornets Stojakovic held out]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-williams-hornets-stojakovic-held-out.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Atlanta's Marvin Williams and New Orleans' Peja Stojakovic were held out of Monday night's game with back problems.After meeting with "a couple" doctors, according to Hawks coach Mike Woodson, Williams was not in uniform because of a sore lower back. Mo E]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Smith, Horford solid in Hawks' victory 2009-03-08]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/smith-horford-solid-in-hawks-victory-2226.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Josh Smith scored 19 points, Al Horford added 18 and they each grabbed 12 rebounds to help the Atlanta Hawks beat Detroit 87-83 and end the Pistons' four-game winning streak Saturday night.The Hawks entered with 1 1/2-game lead over Miami for the No. 4 sp]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-03-09]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2213.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-03-09]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2214.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It didn't take another dust-up between coach Mike Woodson and Josh Smith to remind the Hawks of what's at stake in the final 19 games of the season. With 13 home games and six more road games between the team and the first round of the playoffs, Hawks cap]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-03-09]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2215.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks had to hold on for the victory Saturday, surviving a late Pistons rally after leading by nine points early in the fourth quarter. Joe Johnson's free throws with 7.5 seconds to play polished things off for the Hawks. Flip Murray stole of the Pi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hornets-Hawks Preview]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hornets-hawks-preview.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks passed up their chance to take Chris Paul in the 2005 NBA Draft. They've had a difficult time containing the New Orleans Hornets point guard ever since.Looking to extend their season-high seven-game win streak, the Hornets also seek thei]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Smith, Horford solid in Hawks' victory 2009-03-08]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/smith-horford-solid-in-hawks-victory-2217.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Josh Smith scored 19 points, Al Horford added 18 and they each grabbed 12 rebounds to help the Atlanta Hawks beat Detroit 87-83 and end the Pistons' four-game winning streak Saturday night.The Hawks entered with 1 1/2-game lead over Miami for the No. 4 sp]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pistons-Hawks Preview 2009-03-07]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/pistons-hawks-preview-2218.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Moving Richard Hamilton back into the starting lineup was enough to help the Detroit Pistons get back on track after their longest losing streak in more than 14 years.The Atlanta Hawks are still looking for the answer to their recent struggles.The Pistons]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bobcats, Hawks moving in opposite directions 2009-03-07]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/bobcats-hawks-moving-in-opposite-directions-2219.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Charlotte Bobcats are playing their best basketball of their brief history. The Atlanta Hawks are floundering, bickering and perhaps on the verge of collapse.Two teams going in vastly different directions were on display Friday night, with the Bobcats]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-03-08]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2204.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-03-08]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2205.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks had to hold on for the victory Saturday, surviving a late Pistons rally after leading by nine points early in the fourth quarter. Joe Johnson's free throws with 7.5 seconds to play polished things off for the Hawks. Flip Murray stole of the Pi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-03-08]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2206.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It didn't take another dust-up between coach Mike Woodson and Josh Smith to remind the Hawks of what's at stake in the final 19 games of the season. With 13 home games and six more road games between the team and the first round of the playoffs, Hawks cap]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 87, Pistons 83]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-87-pistons-83.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Josh Smith knows the best way to mend his relationship with Hawks coach Mike Woodson."I'm going to put the onus on myself," Smith said. "I haven't been going to the boards like I should be in previous games and I wanted to try to get back to the old Josh.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Smith, Horford solid in Hawks' victory]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/smith-horford-solid-in-hawks-victory.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Josh Smith scored 19 points, Al Horford added 18 and they each grabbed 12 rebounds to help the Atlanta Hawks beat Detroit 87-83 and end the Pistons' four-game winning streak Saturday night.The Hawks entered with 1 1/2-game lead over Miami for the No. 4 sp]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Smith starts for Hawks]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/smith-starts-for-hawks.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hawks coach Mike Woodson and forward Josh Smith aren't interested in discussing the details of their latest feud.Both smiled as they met briefly with reporters before Atlanta's game against Detroit on Saturday, but their feelings were raw after the Hawks']]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pistons-Hawks Preview 2009-03-07]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/pistons-hawks-preview-2210.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Moving Richard Hamilton back into the starting lineup was enough to help the Detroit Pistons get back on track after their longest losing streak in more than 14 years.The Atlanta Hawks are still looking for the answer to their recent struggles.The Pistons]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bobcats, Hawks moving in opposite directions 2009-03-07]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/bobcats-hawks-moving-in-opposite-directions-2211.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Charlotte Bobcats are playing their best basketball of their brief history. The Atlanta Hawks are floundering, bickering and perhaps on the verge of collapse.Two teams going in vastly different directions were on display Friday night, with the Bobcats]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKETS SUMMARY  2009-03-07]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-summary--2212.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TODAY: PHOENIX Suns at Rockets]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-03-07]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2195.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mo Evans, Center Zaza Pachulia. PLAYER NOTES: --F Jo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-03-07]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2196.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The last time Marvin Williams slept in his own bed for a solid week was before Christmas. He can thank the Hawks' road-heavy schedule since then for the lack of familiarity at home. Friday's game in Charlotte was the Hawks' last road game until a March 21]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-03-07]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2197.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Coach Mike Woodson's latest attempt to jolt his team back to reality came before Friday morning's shoot-around practice. He called them into the locker room before they took the floor to make sure they understood exactly what had to be done going forwar]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pistons-Hawks Preview 2009-03-07]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/pistons-hawks-preview-2198.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Moving Richard Hamilton back into the starting lineup was enough to help the Detroit Pistons get back on track after their longest losing streak in more than 14 years.The Atlanta Hawks are still looking for the answer to their recent struggles.The Pistons]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bobcats, Hawks moving in opposite directions]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/bobcats-hawks-moving-in-opposite-directions.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Charlotte Bobcats are playing their best basketball of their brief history. The Atlanta Hawks are floundering, bickering and perhaps on the verge of collapse.Two teams going in vastly different directions were on display Friday night, with the Bobcats]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKETS SUMMARY  2009-03-07]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-summary--2200.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TODAY: PHOENIX Suns at Rockets]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Bobcats Preview 2009-03-05]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-bobcats-preview-2201.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Atlanta has certainly had its share of losses against bad Charlotte teams. With the Bobcats contending for a playoff spot this season, only now have the Hawks figured out a way to consistently beat them.The Hawks, trying to break out of a slump, look to s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hughes helps Knicks handle Hawks 2009-03-05]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hughes-helps-knicks-handle-hawks-2202.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Larry Hughes' shot is back, just in time to help the New York Knicks chase a playoff spot they still think is available.Hughes scored 23 points to continue his turnaround from a rocky start with his new team, and the Knicks snapped a three-game losing str]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scoreboard  2009-03-07]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/scoreboard--2203.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TRANSACTIONS]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-03-06]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2188.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Hawks coach Mike Woodson gave his team the day off from practice Tuesday, a travel day between Monday's win in Washington and Wednesday's game in New York. It won't be the last time he does that this season, not with the Hawks' schedule between now and ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-03-06]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2189.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mo Evans, Forward/Center Zaza Pachulia. PLAYER NOTES]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-03-06]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2190.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Who knew it would be this hard, hanging onto the fourth spot in the Eastern Conference playoff chase? The Hawks had no idea. It means no letdown games like the one they had against the Knicks Wednesday night. And certainly not another one like it Friday n]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Bobcats Preview 2009-03-05]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-bobcats-preview-2191.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Atlanta has certainly had its share of losses against bad Charlotte teams. With the Bobcats contending for a playoff spot this season, only now have the Hawks figured out a way to consistently beat them.The Hawks, trying to break out of a slump, look to s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hughes helps Knicks handle Hawks 2009-03-05]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hughes-helps-knicks-handle-hawks-2192.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Larry Hughes' shot is back, just in time to help the New York Knicks chase a playoff spot they still think is available.Hughes scored 23 points to continue his turnaround from a rocky start with his new team, and the Knicks snapped a three-game losing str]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKETS SUMMARY  2009-03-05]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-summary--2193.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TODAY: Rockets at UTAH Jazz]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Knicks Preview 2009-03-03]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-knicks-preview-2194.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The New York Knicks lost their last game after contending with an annoyed opponent. They better hope the Atlanta Hawks don't have to deal with any more flight delays.Coming off a late-game collapse, the Knicks look to bounce back Wednesday night as they f]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-03-05]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2181.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Hawks coach Mike Woodson gave his team the day off from practice Tuesday, a travel day between Monday's win in Washington and Wednesday's game in New York. It won't be the last time he does that this season, not with the Hawks' schedule between now and ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-03-05]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2182.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mo Evans, Forward/Center Zaza Pachulia. PLAYER NOTES]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-03-05]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2183.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Who knew it would be this hard, hanging onto the fourth spot in the Eastern Conference playoff chase? The Hawks had no idea. It means no letdown games like the one they had against the Knicks Wednesday night. And certainly not another one like it Friday n]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hughes helps Knicks handle Hawks]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hughes-helps-knicks-handle-hawks.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Larry Hughes' shot is back, just in time to help the New York Knicks chase a playoff spot they still think is available.Hughes scored 23 points to continue his turnaround from a rocky start with his new team, and the Knicks snapped a three-game losing str]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKETS SUMMARY  2009-03-05]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-summary--2185.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TODAY: Rockets at UTAH Jazz]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA REPORT ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-report-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[STANDINGS]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Knicks Preview 2009-03-03]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-knicks-preview-2187.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The New York Knicks lost their last game after contending with an annoyed opponent. They better hope the Atlanta Hawks don't have to deal with any more flight delays.Coming off a late-game collapse, the Knicks look to bounce back Wednesday night as they f]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-03-04]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2173.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks spent four hours stewing on an airplane after Sunday's last-second loss to Cleveland, courtesy of the winter storms that blew through Atlanta and on to Washington overnight. That was four more than Marvin Williams needed to think about what th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-03-04]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2174.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-03-04]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2175.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Good teams in the NBA bounce back from tough losses, the theory goes. Monday's win at Washington was a much needed dose of positive energy for the Hawks, who lost a heartbreaker at home to Cleveland on Sunday night and have two more games to play on their]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Knicks Preview 2009-03-03]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-knicks-preview-2176.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The New York Knicks lost their last game after contending with an annoyed opponent. They better hope the Atlanta Hawks don't have to deal with any more flight delays.Coming off a late-game collapse, the Knicks look to bounce back Wednesday night as they f]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NORTH CAROLINA PLAYERS IN THE NBA ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/north-carolina-players-in-the-nba-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[How players with North Carolina ties are doing this season (stats through Thursday):]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[SEEN AND HEARD AT VERIZON CENTER ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/seen-and-heard-at-verizon-center-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Injured guard DeShawn Stevenson is done for the season and will have surgery to repair a herniated disk in his back Thursday, the guard said in the locker room before theWashingtonWizards' home game against the Atlanta Hawks.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ailing Butler sits in loss to Hawks]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/ailing-butler-sits-in-loss-to-hawks.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As they prepared to play host to the Atlanta Hawks on Monday night, theWashingtonWizards knew they would need to catch a break to snap a three-game losing streak against the Eastern Conference's fourth-ranked team.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Under the Bleachers: Iverson a fake superstar]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/under-the-bleachers-iverson-a-fake-superstar.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Welcome to Under the Bleachers, where the best NBA writers from Bleacher Report give their unique take on the latest action.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-03-03]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2167.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2009 07:15:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks spent four hours stewing on an airplane after Sunday's last-second loss to Cleveland, courtesy of the winter storms that blew through Atlanta and on to Washington overnight. That was four more than Marvin Williams needed to think about what th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-03-03]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2168.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2009 07:15:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-03-03]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2169.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2009 07:15:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Good teams in the NBA bounce back from tough losses, the theory goes. Monday's win at Washington was a much needed dose of positive energy for the Hawks, who lost a heartbreaker at home to Cleveland on Sunday night and have two more games to play on their]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks rest easy in win over Wizards]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-rest-easy-in-win-over-wizards.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2009 07:15:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Al Horford watched two DVDs of "Desperate Housewives," took a nap, woke up and played cards with some teammates.And the plane was still on the tarmac."Just sitting there," the Atlanta Hawks center said. "I was going crazy."Some four or five hours late, af]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Continuity eludes Wizards ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/continuity-eludes-wizards-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2009 07:15:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A night after an impressive win Friday over the Chicago Bulls, theWashingtonWizards remained confounded about the key to performing with consistency, a problem that has helped bury them at the bottom of the Eastern Conference.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Wizards Preview 2009-03-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-wizards-preview-2172.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2009 07:15:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A trip to the nation's capital might help the Atlanta Hawks bounce back from their latest disappointing loss.Mired in a slump, the Hawks look to sweep the season series from the lowly Washington Wizards for the first time in 11 years Monday night.Atlanta ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Wizards Preview 2009-03-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-wizards-preview-2159.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A trip to the nation's capital might help the Atlanta Hawks bounce back from their latest disappointing loss.Mired in a slump, the Hawks look to sweep the season series from the lowly Washington Wizards for the first time in 11 years Monday night.Atlanta ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-03-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2160.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-03-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2161.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Hawks center Zaza Pachulia wasn't sure if it was real, the white stuff sticking to the trees outside of his house Sunday afternoon.His coach couldn't stop smiling about it Sunday night, relishing his first "real" snowfall since coming to town five years]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-03-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2162.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks will have a quick turnaround from Sunday night's disappointing loss to Cleveland. They face Washington Monday night in the Verizon Center. This weekend-weekday set kicks off a non-stop parade of games this month for the Hawks, who play basically]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[LeBron's last-second free throw lifts Cavs]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/lebron-s-last-second-free-throw-lifts-cavs.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LeBron James dribbled at the top of the key with the clock winding down, then made his move. What happened next was a matter of debate.Al Horford thought he played good defense. The officials decided otherwise.After the call went his way, James stepped to]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harris outduels Paul, but Hornets' star silences Nets]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/harris-outduels-paul-but-hornets-star-silences-nets.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Devin Harris outplayed Chris Paul in the Nets' loss to the Hornets on Sunday, except when it counted, Charley Rosen says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cavaliers-Hawks Preview 2009-03-01]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/cavaliers-hawks-preview-2165.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks know Al Horford can rebound, as the third overall pick in the 2007 NBA draft was the leader in that category among rookies last season.They're starting to see what he's capable of offensively as well.Horford has topped 20 points in conse]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Horford helps Hawks handle Heat 2009-02-28]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/horford-helps-hawks-handle-heat-2166.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Al Horford said it was no big deal. He was just in the right place at the right time - all the time.Horford had 21 points and a career-high 22 rebounds and Joe Johnson scored 24 points Friday night in helping the Atlanta Hawks to a 91-83 win over the Miam]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marbury makes successful debut, Celtics edge Pacers ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/marbury-makes-successful-debut-celtics-edge-pacers-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DPA SPORTS Basketball NBA Marbury makes successful debut, Celtics edge PacersBy Paul Levine, dpa?? = ?? Los Angeles (dpa) - Newly-acquired Stephon Marbury went back to work and it worked out well. ?? Sharpshooting Ray Allen scored 30 points, and Marbury h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-03-01]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2153.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-03-01]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2154.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--After two days of speculation, Hawks coach Mike Woodson made a point to clear the air about exactly why Josh Smith came home from this week's road trip two days early. "Josh was not sent back here by me or anyone else," Woodson said before Friday's game]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-03-01]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2155.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Knock the Hawks all you want, but they left town Feb. 11 in fourth place in the Eastern Conference standings and a robust 10 games above .500. And they'll hit the floor at Philips Arena against Cleveland Sunday in fourth place and eight games over .500. N]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cavaliers-Hawks Preview 2009-03-01]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/cavaliers-hawks-preview-2156.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks know Al Horford can rebound, as the third overall pick in the 2007 NBA draft was the leader in that category among rookies last season.They're starting to see what he's capable of offensively as well.Horford has topped 20 points in conse]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Horford helps Hawks handle Heat 2009-02-28]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/horford-helps-hawks-handle-heat-2157.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Al Horford said it was no big deal. He was just in the right place at the right time - all the time.Horford had 21 points and a career-high 22 rebounds and Joe Johnson scored 24 points Friday night in helping the Atlanta Hawks to a 91-83 win over the Miam]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Billups, Nuggets edge Hawks 2009-02-26]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/billups-nuggets-edge-hawks-2158.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For the fourth straight game, the Denver Nuggets trudged off the court, scowls on their faces, dejection in their gait - only this time they won."I was angry," explained Chauncey Billups, who scored a season-best 33 points for Denver, which escaped with a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-02-28]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2147.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2009 07:15:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. 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And they'll hit the floor at Philips Arena against Cleveland Sunday in fourth place and eight games over .500. N]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Horford helps Hawks handle Heat]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/horford-helps-hawks-handle-heat.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2009 07:15:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Al Horford said it was no big deal. He was just in the right place at the right time - all the time.Horford had 21 points and a career-high 22 rebounds and Joe Johnson scored 24 points Friday night in helping the Atlanta Hawks to a 91-83 win over the Miam]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Billups, Nuggets edge Hawks 2009-02-26]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/billups-nuggets-edge-hawks-2151.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2009 07:15:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For the fourth straight game, the Denver Nuggets trudged off the court, scowls on their faces, dejection in their gait - only this time they won."I was angry," explained Chauncey Billups, who scored a season-best 33 points for Denver, which escaped with a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-02-27]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2141.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Never accused of being an optimist, Hawks coach Mike Woodson might actually be a bit guilty of being just that. Much like the USA's new Commander-in-Chief, Woodson has vowed his team will recover from its shaky 1-4 showing on their latest Western Conferen]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-02-27]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2142.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--It wasn't as vicious in real-time as it looked on the broadcasts. That's the belief of these Hawks are they return to Atlanta. "I don't think Josh (Smith) had any harm in it," Hawks center Al Horford said, of the play in Monday's game in Salt Lake City.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-02-27]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2143.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Flip Murray, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Zaza Pachulia, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Forward Solomon Jones. PLAYER NOTES: --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heat-Hawks Preview]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/heat-hawks-preview.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Fourth place in the Eastern Conference is up for grabs. Though neither team has played like it lately, the Miami Heat and the Atlanta Hawks are the top contenders for the highly coveted spot.The Heat look to ride Dwyane Wade to their first back-to-back wi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jazz notes: Harpring sits out with bruised back ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/jazz-notes-harpring-sits-out-with-bruised-back-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Minneapolis ? If Matt Harpring thought the worst he suffered was a bump on the head after Josh Smith 's flagrant foul in Monday's victory over Atlanta, he was mistaken.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Billups, Nuggets edge Hawks 2009-02-26]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/billups-nuggets-edge-hawks-2146.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For the fourth straight game, the Denver Nuggets trudged off the court, scowls on their faces, dejection in their gait - only this time they won."I was angry," explained Chauncey Billups, who scored a season-best 33 points for Denver, which escaped with a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-02-26]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2133.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--It wasn't as vicious in real-time as it looked on the broadcasts. That's the belief of these Hawks are they return to Atlanta. "I don't think Josh (Smith) had any harm in it," Hawks center Al Horford said, of the play in Monday's game in Salt Lake City.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-02-26]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2134.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Flip Murray, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Zaza Pachulia, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Forward Solomon Jones. PLAYER NOTES: --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-02-26]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2135.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Never accused of being an optimist, Hawks coach Mike Woodson might actually be a bit guilty of being just that. Much like the USA's new Commander-in-Chief, Woodson has vowed his team will recover from its shaky 1-4 showing on their latest Western Conferen]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nuggets 110, Hawks 109]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nuggets-110-hawks-109.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Nothing had gone Denver's way for a week when Flip Murray had the ball in his hands with a chance to send the Nuggets to their fourth straight loss.Clank.Murray's miss from 14 feet at the buzzer allowed the Nuggets to escape with a 110-109 victory over th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Billups, Nuggets edge Hawks]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/billups-nuggets-edge-hawks.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For the fourth straight game, the Denver Nuggets trudged off the court, scowls on their faces, dejection in their gait - only this time they won."I was angry," explained Chauncey Billups, who scored a season-best 33 points for Denver, which escaped with a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jazz determined to bring Boozer back carefully ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/jazz-determined-to-bring-boozer-back-carefully-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MINNEAPOLIS ? Now that he's back, the Jazz don't want to rush Carlos Boozer into doing too much too soon. In fact, Jazz coach Jerry Sloan seemed much more concerned Tuesday with chastising the media for questioning the length of Boozer's absence than hurr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jazz roll in Boozer's return ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/jazz-roll-in-boozer-s-return-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It took 57 games for the Jazz to come together at last in this injury-ravaged season, but if Monday night's 108-89 victory over the Atlanta Hawks was any indication, the final 25 games might be something special at full strength.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks without Bibby, Smith against Nuggets]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-without-bibby-smith-against-nuggets.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks were without starters Mike Bibby and Josh Smith for their game at Denver on Wednesday night.Bibby was sick and Smith was excused for a family matter, Hawks coach Mike Woodson said.Bibby was replaced by point guard Flip Murray, and forwar]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-02-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2125.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2009 07:17:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--F Josh Smith scored 11 points before being ejected for a hard foul on Matt Harpring on a fast break with 8:40 to play. Harpring was still fuming after taking an elbow to the face from Joe Johnson earlier in the quarter. So he charged Smith as soon as he]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-02-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2126.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2009 07:17:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-02-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2127.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2009 07:17:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mike Bibby is ailing. Josh Smith could be out for a couple of games because of a suspension. And Hawks captain Joe Johnson hasn't played like his usual All-Star self on a consistent basis for more than a month. Could things get any uglier for the Hawks, w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thunder will hunt for bargains]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/thunder-will-hunt-for-bargains.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2009 07:17:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Thunder didn't land Tyson Chandler, a much needed defensive enforcer, to anchor a shaky defense.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jazz blow out Hawks in Boozer's return ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/jazz-blow-out-hawks-in-boozer-s-return-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2009 07:17:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It took 57 games for the Jazz to come together at last in this injury-ravaged season, but if Monday night's 108-89 victory over the Atlanta Hawks was any indication, the final 25 games might be something special at full strength.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Almond waiting for turn against Hawks ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/almond-waiting-for-turn-against-hawks-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2009 07:17:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Although he has played only 34 games in two seasons with the Jazz, Morris Almond at least can say he has been in uniform for games against 26 of the 29 teams in the league.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Korver, Harpring shine for Jazz off the bench ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/korver-harpring-shine-for-jazz-off-the-bench-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2009 07:17:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[UtahJazz forward Kyle Korver broke out of a shooting slump in a big way on Monday night, making his first five shots ? including three 3-pointers ? and scoring 16 points in a 108-89 victory over the Atlanta Hawks at EnergySolutions Arena. But Korver's bes]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Nuggets Preview]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-nuggets-preview.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2009 07:17:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The schedule makers didn't do Denver any favors. The Nuggets haven't been helping themselves that much either.Denver looks to avoid its first four-game slide in two seasons Wednesday when it hosts an Atlanta team trying to end a disappointing stretch of r]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-02-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2118.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--F Josh Smith scored 11 points before being ejected for a hard foul on Matt Harpring on a fast break with 8:40 to play. Harpring was still fuming after taking an elbow to the face from Joe Johnson earlier in the quarter. So he charged Smith as soon as he]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-02-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2119.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-02-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2120.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mike Bibby is ailing. Josh Smith could be out for a couple of games because of a suspension. And Hawks captain Joe Johnson hasn't played like his usual All-Star self on a consistent basis for more than a month. Could things get any uglier for the Hawks, w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jazz 108, Hawks 89]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/jazz-108-hawks-89.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Utah Jazz got back two-time All-Star Carlos Boozer and hardly needed him.Boozer was in the lineup for the first time since injuring his left knee in November and had a quiet night with two points and five rebounds in Utah's 108-89 win over the Atlanta]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jazz welcome Boozer back with win]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/jazz-welcome-boozer-back-with-win.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Deron Williams had 15 points and 10 assists and Utah welcomed back Carlos Boozer from a three-month absence with a 108-89 rout of the Atlanta Hawks on Monday night.The Jazz won their fifth straight and got to use Boozer sparingly in his first game since N]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jazz gameday ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/jazz-gameday-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ENERGY SOLUTIONS ARENA Today, 7 p.m. TV: FSN Radio: 1320 AM, 98.7 FM Season series: First meeting Season records: Jazz 33-23, Hawks 32-23 PROBABLE STARTERS UtahJazz Forwards C. Boozer (20.5 ppg, 11.7 rpg) C. Miles (10.0 ppg, 2.5rpg) Center M. Okur (18.0 p]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKETS SUMMARY  2009-02-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-summary--2124.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TODAY: CHARLOTTE Bobcats at Rockets]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-02-23]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2113.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 07:15:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Flip Murray's return after a two-game absence wasn't enough to lift the Hawks to a victory in Portland. But it was the boost Hawks needed after playing without their super sixth-man against the Lakers and Kings already on this road trip. "It's good to h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-02-23]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2114.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 07:15:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-02-23]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2115.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 07:15:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks are watching the standings these days the same way they watch opposing teams pound them on the glass. But if they don't start attacking instead of watching, their apathy on the backboards will end up chewing up the small cushion they have over M]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Jazz Preview]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-jazz-preview.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 07:15:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In their last game at EnergySolutions Arena before team owner Larry H. Miller is laid to rest, the Utah Jazz want nothing more than to end their homestand with a 5-0 mark.With 14 consecutive home wins against Atlanta, Utah has a good chance at making that]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blazers win seventh straight at home 2009-02-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/blazers-win-seventh-straight-at-home-2117.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 07:15:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LaMarcus Aldridge had 24 points and 11 rebounds for the Portland Trail Blazers in a 108-98 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Friday night.Brandon Roy had 27 points for the Blazers, who won their seventh straight at home. Portland is 22-5 this season at th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-02-22]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2109.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Flip Murray's return after a two-game absence wasn't enough to lift the Hawks to a victory in Portland. But it was the boost Hawks needed after playing without their super sixth-man against the Lakers and Kings already on this road trip. "It's good to h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-02-22]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2110.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-02-22]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2111.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks are watching the standings these days the same way they watch opposing teams pound them on the glass. But if they don't start attacking instead of watching, their apathy on the backboards will end up chewing up the small cushion they have over M]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blazers win seventh straight at home 2009-02-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/blazers-win-seventh-straight-at-home-2112.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LaMarcus Aldridge had 24 points and 11 rebounds for the Portland Trail Blazers in a 108-98 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Friday night.Brandon Roy had 27 points for the Blazers, who won their seventh straight at home. Portland is 22-5 this season at th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-02-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2104.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks are watching the standings these days the same way they watch opposing teams pound them on the glass. But if they don't start attacking instead of watching, their apathy on the backboards will end up chewing up the small cushion they have over M]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-02-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2105.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Flip Murray's return after a two-game absence wasn't enough to lift the Hawks to a victory in Portland. But it was the boost Hawks needed after playing without their super sixth-man against the Lakers and Kings already on this road trip. "It's good to h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-02-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2106.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trail Blazers 108, Hawks 98]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/trail-blazers-108-hawks-98.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Trail Blazers are doing a good job of protecting their home court so far.Portland has won seven straight at the Rose Garden, where they improved to 22-5 overall with a 108-98 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Friday night.LaMarcus Aldridge, who had 24]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blazers win seventh straight at home]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/blazers-win-seventh-straight-at-home.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LaMarcus Aldridge had 24 points and 11 rebounds for the Portland Trail Blazers in a 108-98 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Friday night.Brandon Roy had 27 points for the Blazers, who won their seventh straight at home. Portland is 22-5 this season at th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROUNDUP: Telfair's career night spoils O'Neal's debut ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/roundup-telfair-s-career-night-spoils-o-neal-s-debut-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DPA SPORTS Basketball NBA ROUNDUP: Telfair's career night spoils O'Neal's debutBy Paul Levine, dpa?? = ?? Los Angeles (dpa) - Jermaine O'Neal's debut with the Miami Heat ended up in a bloody loss. ?? Sebastian Telfair poured in a career-high 30 points, Ry]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-02-20]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2099.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-02-20]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2100.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Anyone wondering whether or not Al Horford was all the way back from a knee injury that cost him most of January needed only see him work the glass Wednesday night. Horford piled up 18 rebounds against the Kings, working overtime to establish himself as]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-02-20]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2101.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks were in listening mode as the hours ticked down on the NBA trade deadline, but they didn't make a deal. GM Rick Sund's predecessor, Billy Knight, made a deadline deal last year that changed the fate of the franchise. Acquiring Mike Bibby in a fi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Trail Blazers Preview]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-trail-blazers-preview.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Portland Trail Blazers have been tough to beat at home all season. The Atlanta Hawks hope they're finally learning to win on the road.Portland will look for its seventh straight victory at the Rose Garden on Friday night when it hosts the Hawks, who s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bibby heats up as Hawks beat Kings 2009-02-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/bibby-heats-up-as-hawks-beat-kings-2103.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Former Sacramento guard Mike Bibby scored 29 points to help the Atlanta Hawks beat the short-handed Kings 105-100 on Wednesday night.Kevin Martin had 32 points and 11 rebounds for Sacramento.Earlier in the day, the Kings acquired four players in a deal th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-02-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2091.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-02-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2092.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Anyone wondering whether or not Al Horford was all the way back from a knee injury that cost him most of January needed only see him work the glass Wednesday night. Horford piled up 18 rebounds against the Kings, working overtime to establish himself as]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-02-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2093.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks are in listening mode as the hours tick down on the NBA trade deadline. They've assumed that position, as opposed to the probing trade instigator, which is a rare position to be in with so many teams cash-strapped due to the worsening global eco]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 105, Kings 100]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-105-kings-100.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[On a day when two Kings departed in a trade, Mike Bibby returned to Sacramento and beat his former team with his trademark jump shot.Bibby wished departed King Brad Miller farewell before the game, then scored 29 points to help the Atlanta Hawks beat the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bibby heats up as Hawks beat Kings]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/bibby-heats-up-as-hawks-beat-kings.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Former Sacramento guard Mike Bibby scored 29 points to help the Atlanta Hawks beat the short-handed Kings 105-100 on Wednesday night.Kevin Martin had 32 points and 11 rebounds for Sacramento.Earlier in the day, the Kings acquired four players in a deal th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lakers start second half with win over Hawks 2009-02-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/lakers-start-second-half-with-win-over-hawks-2096.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With the All-Star break history and two months remaining in the regular season, the Los Angeles Lakers are entering what coach Phil Jackson refers to as "countdown time."Having owned the Western Conference's top spot through the first half, the Lakers got]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKETS SUMMARY  2009-02-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-summary--2097.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Working on deadline]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-02-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2085.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-02-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2086.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mike Bibby is basketball royalty around Sacramento, where the Hawks play Wednesday night. If he comes close to doing what he did with the Kings, he'll be royalty in Atlanta someday, too. Acquired in a trade deadline deal a year ago today, Bibby helped the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-02-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2087.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--While some people are biting their nails in anticipation of the Hawks' ownership trial finally going back to court this week, NBA commissioner David Stern seemed happy things are moving forward. Just because they're in court, though, doesn't mean he see]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Kings Preview]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-kings-preview.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Losing to one of the league's best teams was a disappointing way for the Atlanta Hawks to open their stretch run. A defeat to one of the worst clubs in the NBA would be a bigger letdown.The Hawks continue their season-high stretch of six straight road gam]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lakers start second half with win over Hawks]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/lakers-start-second-half-with-win-over-hawks.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With the All-Star break history and two months remaining in the regular season, the Los Angeles Lakers are entering what coach Phil Jackson refers to as "countdown time."Having owned the Western Conference's top spot through the first half, the Lakers got]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA ALL-STAR SATURDAY]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-all-star-saturday.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The field: Mike Bibby, G, Hawks; Daequan Cook, G, Heat; Danny Granger, F, Pacers; Jason Kapono, G-F, Raptors; Rashard Lewis, F, Magic; Roger Mason, G, Spurs.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Lakers Preview]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-lakers-preview.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The reunion of Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O'Neal in the All-Star game Sunday night was one of the highlights of the All-Star break. Now that the weekend's over, however, Bryant's focus is back on leading the Los Angeles Lakers to a title without his former]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-02-17]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2080.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Anyone looking for deeper storylines in the Hawks-Pistons game Wednesday night at the Palace of Auburn Hills didn't have to search hard. If the playoff started today, the Hawks and Pistons would be matched up in the first round, with the No. 4 Hawks own]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-02-17]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2081.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Mo Evans, Center Zaza Pachulia. PLAYER NOTES: --F Marvin Williams proba]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-02-17]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2082.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[What do you do for an encore if you're the Hawks and you win 30 games before the All-Star break for the first time in over a decade? You keep charging toward a 50-win goal that seemed foolish months ago. Now that the Hawks have reached this point of this ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ALL-STAR PHOENIX - 2009 ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/all-star-phoenix-2009-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ALL-STARS, ALL THE TIME]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA MIDSEASON REPORT  2009-02-17]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-midseason-report--2084.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Technically, we are well past the halfway point of the NBA season. But because the All-Star Game is tonight in Phoenix, it's a good time to look back at what has happened and look ahead to what's left. Can the Celtics repeat as champs? Who has been the le]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trash talk, fun, bragging rights hot the spotlight ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/trash-talk-fun-bragging-rights-hot-the-spotlight-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The NBA's All-Star Weekend in Phoenix kicks into high gear at 7 tonight. Here's a guide to the events, all televised on TNT.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA midseason report ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-midseason-report-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[\^By tom jones | =@]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-02-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2076.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[What do you do for an encore if you're the Hawks and you win 30 games before the All-Star break for the first time in over a decade? You keep charging toward a 50-win goal that seemed foolish months ago. Now that the Hawks have reached this point of this ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-02-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2077.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Anyone looking for deeper storylines in the Hawks-Pistons game Wednesday night at the Palace of Auburn Hills didn't have to search hard. If the playoff started today, the Hawks and Pistons would be matched up in the first round, with the No. 4 Hawks own]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-02-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2078.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Mo Evans, Center Zaza Pachulia. PLAYER NOTES: --F Marvin Williams proba]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-02-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2070.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2009 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[What do you do for an encore if you're the Hawks and you win 30 games before the All-Star break for the first time in over a decade? You keep charging toward a 50-win goal that seemed foolish months ago. Now that the Hawks have reached this point of this ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-02-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2071.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2009 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Anyone looking for deeper storylines in the Hawks-Pistons game Wednesday night at the Palace of Auburn Hills didn't have to search hard. If the playoff started today, the Hawks and Pistons would be matched up in the first round, with the No. 4 Hawks own]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-02-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2072.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2009 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Mo Evans, Center Zaza Pachulia. PLAYER NOTES: --F Marvin Williams proba]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Court Awareness: Wednesday Review 2009-02-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/court-awareness-wednesday-review-2073.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2009 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[While watching Amare Stoudemire and the Suns lose to Cleveland, Andrew Ungvari couldn't help but imagine a trade in his nightly review.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pistons put it in reverse at break]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/pistons-put-it-in-reverse-at-break.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[AUBURN HILLS -- TheDetroitPistons wanted to have some momentum going into the All-Star break, but this is not what they had in mind.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jazz stop Lakers' seven-game win streak ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/jazz-stop-lakers-seven-game-win-streak-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DPA SPORTS Basketball NBA Jazz stop Lakers' seven-game win streakBy Paul Levine, dpa?? = ?? Los Angeles (dpa) - The Utah Jazz showed they're a pretty tough team to beat even without two of their top players. ?? Deron Williams had 31 points with 11 assists]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-02-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2066.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[What do you do for an encore if you're the Hawks and you win 30 games before the All-Star break for the first time in over a decade? You keep charging toward a 50-win goal that seemed foolish months ago. Now that the Hawks have reached this point of this ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-02-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2067.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Anyone looking for deeper storylines in the Hawks-Pistons game Wednesday night at the Palace of Auburn Hills didn't have to search hard. If the playoff started today, the Hawks and Pistons would be matched up in the first round, with the No. 4 Hawks own]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-02-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2068.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Mo Evans, Center Zaza Pachulia. PLAYER NOTES: --F Marvin Williams proba]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Court Awareness: Wednesday Review 2009-02-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/court-awareness-wednesday-review-2069.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[While watching Amare Stoudemire and the Suns lose to Cleveland, Andrew Ungvari couldn't help but imagine a trade in his nightly review.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-02-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2058.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[What do you do for an encore if you're the Hawks and you win 30 games before the All-Star break for the first time in over a decade? You keep charging toward a 50-win goal that seemed foolish months ago. Now that the Hawks have reached this point of this ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-02-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2059.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Anyone looking for deeper storylines in the Hawks-Pistons game Wednesday night at the Palace of Auburn Hills didn't have to search hard. If the playoff started today, the Hawks and Pistons would be matched up in the first round, with the No. 4 Hawks own]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-02-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2060.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Mo Evans, Center Zaza Pachulia. PLAYER NOTES: --F Marvin Williams proba]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Look who's already got 31 wins! It's the Hawks]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/look-who-s-already-got-31-wins-it-s-the-hawks.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Josh Smith, who was there for the worst of seasons, sat at his locker pondering the much-improved state of the Atlanta Hawks."How many games did we win last year?" he asked.Thirty-seven, someone replied."Well, we're only six games behind that," Smith quic]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Court Awareness: Wednesday Review 2009-02-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/court-awareness-wednesday-review-2062.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[While watching Amare Stoudemire and the Suns lose to Cleveland, Andrew Ungvari couldn't help but imagine a trade in his nightly review.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks show they're superior to Pistons 2009-02-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-show-they-re-superior-to-pistons-2063.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks showed Detroit why its playoff success might end if the teams meet in April.Joe Johnson scored 27 points and Flip Murray had 23 Wednesday night, leading the Hawks to a 99-95 win over Detroit.If the postseason started Wednesday, the Hawks]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROUNDUP: James goes off for 47, but Pacers edge Cavaliers ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/roundup-james-goes-off-for-47-but-pacers-edge-cavaliers-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DPA SPORTS Basketball NBA ROUNDUP: James goes off for 47, but Pacers edge CavaliersBy Paul Levine, dpa?? = ?? Los Angeles (dpa) -LeBron Jameswent off for 47 points, but the Cleveland Cavaliers star then committed a controversial game-ending foul which mad]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-02-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2051.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Mo Evans, Center Zaza Pachulia. PLAYER NOTES: --F Marvin Williams proba]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-02-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2052.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[What do you do for an encore if you're the Hawks and you win 30 games before the All-Star break for the first time in over a decade? You keep charging toward a 50-win goal that seemed foolish months ago. Now that the Hawks have reached this point of this ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-02-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2053.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Anyone looking for deeper storylines in the Hawks-Pistons game Wednesday night at the Palace of Auburn Hills didn't have to search hard. If the playoff started today, the Hawks and Pistons would be matched up in the first round, with the No. 4 Hawks own]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 99, Pistons 95]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-99-pistons-95.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks and Detroit Pistons are in unfamiliar territory.Atlanta has its best record at the All-Star break in a decade while Detroit hasn't been this bad in several years.Joe Johnson scored 27 points and Flip Murray had 23 Wednesday night, leadin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks show they're superior to Pistons]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-show-they-re-superior-to-pistons.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks showed Detroit why its playoff success might end if the teams meet in April.Joe Johnson scored 27 points and Flip Murray had 23 Wednesday night, leading the Hawks to a 99-95 win over Detroit.If the postseason started Wednesday, the Hawks]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Court Awareness: Tuesday review 2009-02-11]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/court-awareness-tuesday-review-2056.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[We already knew LeBron was a superstar. Apparently the refs think Danny Granger is one too, John Lorge says in his Tuesday review.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks blow past the Wizards]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-blow-past-the-wizards.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TheWashingtonWizards, fresh off a thrilling comeback victory against the Indiana Pacers, headed into Atlanta on Tuesday hoping to put together a two-game winning streak for only the second time this season.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-02-11]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2043.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Life without Mike Bibby for the Hawks was ugly. The Hawks were blown out without Bibby. They trailed by as many as 29 points and wound up losing 121-97 to the Los Angeles Clippers. That's why Hawks coach Mike Woodson was pleased to have him back against]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-02-11]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2044.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-02-11]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2045.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mike Bibby got suspicious when he saw Joe Johnson practicing trick shots after practice Tuesday. "I didn't know what he was doing at first," Bibby said. "He was trying his hardest to be a Harlem Globetrotter." Not quite. Johnson is one of three players wh]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Pistons Preview]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-pistons-preview.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks have guaranteed themselves their best first half of a season in a decade. The Detroit Pistons aren't feeling nearly as optimistic as they near the All-Star break after another tough loss.The teams face each other in their final game befo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 111, Wizards 90]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-111-wizards-90.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks had something to prove after an embarrassing home loss.They had no trouble making their point against hapless Washington.Joe Johnson scored 22 points and the Hawks led from start to finish, erasing the memory off a dismal blowout by the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks have no problem with Wizards]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-have-no-problem-with-wizards.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks bounced back emphatically from their worst loss of the season.Joe Johnson scored 22 points and the Hawks shook off an embarrassing home defeat to the Los Angeles Clippers, routing the hapless Washington Wizards 111-90 on Tuesday night.At]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wizards-Hawks Preview 2009-02-09]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/wizards-hawks-preview-2049.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks point guard Mike Bibby was on a nice scoring run before injuring his foot. A matchup with the Washington Wizards should give him an excellent chance to get back on track.The Hawks, coming off a loss without Bibby, hope to have their floor le]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-02-10]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2037.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-02-10]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2038.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Acie Law IV hasn't found a consistent home in the playing rotation this season. Saturday's starting assignment (Law's first of the season), however, provided the crease he needed to make a case for a more prominent role. "It's true what they say, you ne]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-02-10]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2039.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By the time the Hawks made it back to Atlanta from Friday's win in Charlotte, Joe Johnson had already worked up a good lather on the practice court. It was a little past midnight, and the Hawks' captain and All-Star was trying to get his stroke back after]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Packing a 1-2 punch  Sessions steps in, excels at both guard positions ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/packing-a-1-2-punch-sessions-steps-in-excels-at-both-guard-positions-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's a lot to ask of the 56th pick in the 2007 National Basketball Association draft, a player who was fortunate to be drafted at all.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wizards-Hawks Preview 2009-02-09]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/wizards-hawks-preview-2041.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks point guard Mike Bibby was on a nice scoring run before injuring his foot. A matchup with the Washington Wizards should give him an excellent chance to get back on track.The Hawks, coming off a loss without Bibby, hope to have their floor le]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Clippers overwhelm Hawks 2009-02-08]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/clippers-overwhelm-hawks-2042.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Coach Mike Woodson was digusted with the effort of his Atlanta Hawks. Even with Mike Bibby injured and unable to play, Woodson at least expected the Hawks to play hard."We were flat from the beginning to the end, and it's unacceptable," he said. "We didn']]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[CLIPPERS 121, HAWKS 97: Without Bibby, it was a truly beastly night ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/clippers-121-hawks-97-without-bibby-it-was-a-truly-beastly-night-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks have survived this season under all sorts of circumstances.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-02-08]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2033.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Acie Law IV hasn't found a consistent home in the playing rotation this season. Saturday's starting assignment (Law's first of the season), however, provided the crease he needed to make a case for a more prominent role. "It's true what they say, you ne]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-02-08]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2034.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-02-08]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2035.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By the time the Hawks made it back to Atlanta from Friday's win in Charlotte, Joe Johnson had already worked up a good lather on the practice court. It was a little past midnight, and the Hawks' captain and All-Star was trying to get his stroke back after]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Clippers overwhelm Hawks 2009-02-08]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/clippers-overwhelm-hawks-2036.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Coach Mike Woodson was digusted with the effort of his Atlanta Hawks. Even with Mike Bibby injured and unable to play, Woodson at least expected the Hawks to play hard."We were flat from the beginning to the end, and it's unacceptable," he said. "We didn']]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celtics get second wind, blow past Knicks ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/celtics-get-second-wind-blow-past-knicks-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DPA SPORTS Basketball NBA Celtics get second wind, blow past KnicksBy Paul Levine, dpa?? = ?? Los Angeles (dpa) - Emotionally drained and physically fatigued, the Boston Celtics got their second wind and blew past their opponents. ?? Paul Pierce scored 26]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-02-08]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2027.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Acie Law IV hasn't found a consistent home in the playing rotation this season. Saturday's starting assignment (Law's first of the season), however, provided the crease he needed to make a case for a more prominent role. "It's true what they say, you ne]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-02-08]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2028.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-02-08]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2029.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By the time the Hawks made it back to Atlanta from Friday's win in Charlotte, Joe Johnson had already worked up a good lather on the practice court. It was a little past midnight, and the Hawks' captain and All-Star was trying to get his stroke back after]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Clippers overwhelm Hawks]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/clippers-overwhelm-hawks.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Coach Mike Woodson was digusted with the effort of his Atlanta Hawks. Even with Mike Bibby injured and unable to play, Woodson at least expected the Hawks to play hard."We were flat from the beginning to the end, and it's unacceptable," he said. "We didn']]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sore foot sidelines Bibby]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/sore-foot-sidelines-bibby.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks held out Mike Bibby with a sore foot Saturday after their starting point guard was injured the night before in Charlotte.Bibby, the Hawks' second-leading scorer with a 16.1-point average, missed his first game of the season for Atlanta, ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Timberwolves' Craig Smith sidelined for at least two weeks with broken rib ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/timberwolves-craig-smith-sidelined-for-at-least-two-weeks-with-broken-rib-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Craig Smith didn't accompany the Timberwolves on their weekend trip to Houston and New Orleans, and Mike Miller isn't going anywhere.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[HAWKS 102, BOBCATS 97: No Johnson? No problems]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-102-bobcats-97-no-johnson-no-problems.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Charlotte --- Life without Joe Johnson isn't so bad after all.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[HAWKS 102, BOBCATS 97: No All-Star? No problems]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-102-bobcats-97-no-all-star-no-problems.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Charlotte --- Life without Joe Johnson isn't so bad after all.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-02-07]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2020.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--G Joe Johnson's feeling better. How much better, though, remains to be seen. The Hawks' captain and All-Star missed his second straight game with a viral infection Friday night when his teammates battled Charlotte at Time Warner Cable Arena. He could mi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-02-07]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2021.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Mo Evans, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Forward Solomon Jones, Center Zaza Pachulia. PLAYER NOTES: --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-02-07]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2022.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Win or lose these days, the Hawks' problems at the free-throw line remain. They don't make enough of them often enough to give themselves any advantage by attempting free shots. "We've coughed up at least four or five games this season because we can't se]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Clippers-Hawks Preview 2009-02-07]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/clippers-hawks-preview-2023.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The good news of Al Horford's return to the Atlanta Hawks' starting lineup was tempered this week by the absence of All-Star Joe Johnson, who's sat out the past two games with flulike symptoms.Marvin Williams has made sure Johnson hasn't been missed too m]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 102, Bobcats 97]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-102-bobcats-97.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Moments after scoring 29 points and keying Atlanta's comeback win by constantly getting fouled and making free throws, Marvin Williams was propped up on a training table and hooked up to an IV.Picking up the scoring slack from sick All-Star Joe Johnson ca]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ATLANTA 94, WOLVES 86]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-94-wolves-86.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The mistakes caught up with the Timberwolves on Wednesday night against Atlanta.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[James plants 52 at the Garden, Cavs nip Knicks 107-102 ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/james-plants-52-at-the-garden-cavs-nip-knicks-107-102-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DPA SPORTS Basketball NBA James plants 52 at the Garden, Cavs nip Knicks 107-102By Paul Levine, dpa?? = ?? Los Angeles (dpa) - "King James" added another chapter to his legacy. ?? LeBron Jameshad his 21st career triple double with a season-high 52 points,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks a charity case at the line ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-a-charity-case-at-the-line-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Charlotte --- Hawks coach Mike Woodson doesn't want to overanalyze his team's anemic showing from the free-throw line this season.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-02-06]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2012.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--With captain and All-Star G Joe Johnson 1,100 miles away and under the weather, the Hawks needed someone to fill the void against Minnesota Wednesday night at Target Center. "It won't be one guy alone," Hawks F Marvin Williams said. "You're talking abou]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-02-06]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2013.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Mo Evans, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Forward Solomon Jones, Center Zaza Pachulia. PLAYER NOTES:  -]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-02-06]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2014.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The return of Al Horford -- the center with the model good looks but the game of a grimy ogre -- couldn't have come at a better time for the Hawks. After a 6-10 January and the sudden loss of captain and All-Star Joe Johnson to a viral infection, the Hawk]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Bobcats Preview]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-bobcats-preview.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks compensated nicely when All-Star Joe Johnson couldn't play. The Charlotte Bobcats haven't been as successful trying to figure out how to make do without Gerald Wallace.The Hawks expect to have Johnson back in the lineup Friday night as t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Court Awareness: Wednesday Review 2009-02-05]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/court-awareness-wednesday-review-2016.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LeBron James might say the timing of his big game against the Knicks was a coincidence, but Andrew Ungvari isn't buying it.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-02-05]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-2001.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--With captain and All-Star G Joe Johnson 1,100 miles away and under the weather, the Hawks needed someone to fill the void against Minnesota Wednesday night at Target Center. "It won't be one guy alone," Hawks F Marvin Williams said. "You're talking abou]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-02-05]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-2002.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Mo Evans, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Forward Solomon Jones, Center Zaza Pachulia. PLAYER NOTES:  -]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-02-05]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-2003.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The return of Al Horford -- the center with the model good looks but the game of a grimy ogre -- couldn't have come at a better time for the Hawks. After a 6-10 January and the sudden loss of captain and All-Star Joe Johnson to a viral infection, the Hawk]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tuesday, February 3, 2009, 07:18 AM]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ALL-STAR WEEKEND]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/all-star-weekend.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Add Mike Bibby to the list of Hawks who will be on display during NBA All-Star Weekend Feb. 13-15 in Phoenix.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rookie Kevin Love makes first start in two months for Minnesota Timberwolves ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rookie-kevin-love-makes-first-start-in-two-months-for-minnesota-timberwolves-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[No player likes to see another get injured, so while Timberwolves rookie Kevin Love was happy to be starting Wednesday night, he was sorry it had to come at Craig Smith's expense.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Timberwolves' rally falls short against Atlanta Hawks ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/timberwolves-rally-falls-short-against-atlanta-hawks-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Never underestimate the power of rest.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 94, Timberwolves 86]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-94-timberwolves-86.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Maybe that concussion knocked some sense into Marvin Williams.With All-Star Joe Johnson at home with an illness, Williams filled in beautifully with 23 points and 10 rebounds to lift the Hawks to a 94-86 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday ni]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Williams helps Hawks win without Johnson]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/williams-helps-hawks-win-without-johnson.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Marvin Williams gave his best Joe Johnson impersonation when the Atlanta Hawks needed it most.With the All-Star Johnson at home with an illness, Williams had 23 points and 10 rebounds to lift the Hawks to a 94-86 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wed]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-02-04]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1997.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[While his teammates were focused on trying to make sure he got his 10,000th point in the late stages of Friday's win over New Jersey at Philips Arena, Hawks captain and All-Star Joe Johnson was just trying to make sure they got the win. Johnson had no ide]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-02-04]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1998.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Hawks forward and self-appointed football expert Josh Smith weighed in with his prediction for the Super Bowl before the Hawks played the Bucks. And while he's not necessarily a huge fan, he has no doubt the Pittsburgh Steelers will leave the field in T]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-02-04]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1999.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Timberwolves Preview]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-timberwolves-preview.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Their top rebounder is back, but now the Atlanta Hawks have to find a way to replace their leading scorer.Al Horford returns on Wednesday night against the Minnesota Timberwolves, but All-Star Joe Johnson won't be with the Hawks as they look for their thi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-02-03]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1993.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-02-03]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1994.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[While his teammates were focused on trying to make sure he got his 10,000th point in the late stages of Friday's win over New Jersey at Philips Arena, Hawks captain and All-Star Joe Johnson was just trying to make sure they got the win. Johnson had no ide]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-02-03]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1995.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Hawks forward and self-appointed football expert Josh Smith weighed in with his prediction for the Super Bowl before the Hawks played the Bucks. And while he's not necessarily a huge fan, he has no doubt the Pittsburgh Steelers will leave the field in T]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Villanueva, Bucks down Hawks  2009-02-01]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/villanueva-bucks-down-hawks--1996.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Charlie Villanueva scored 27 points and Richard Jefferson and Ramon Sessions each had 20 to help the Milwaukee Bucks beat the Atlanta Hawks 110-107 Saturday night.Mike Bibby led Atlanta with 24 points and Joe Johnson, picked as a reserve to the Eastern Co]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-02-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1986.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Hawks forward and self-appointed football expert Josh Smith weighed in with his prediction for the Super Bowl before the Hawks played the Bucks. And while he's not necessarily a huge fan, he has no doubt the Pittsburgh Steelers will leave the field in T]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-02-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1987.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-02-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1988.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[While his teammates were focused on trying to make sure he got his 10,000th point in the late stages of Friday's win over New Jersey at Philips Arena, Hawks captain and All-Star Joe Johnson was just trying to make sure they got the win. Johnson had no ide]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Almost All-Stars ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/almost-all-stars-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Golf broadcasters and writers have been known to identify someone as "the best player who has yet to win a major."]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[BUCKS 110, HAWKS 107  Finally drawing a pair  Victory streak at two games ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/bucks-110-hawks-107-finally-drawing-a-pair-victory-streak-at-two-games-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Now might be an appropriate time to give Mr. Ripley a call.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[BUCKS 110, HAWKS 107  Finally drawing a pair  Squad wins second straight ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/bucks-110-hawks-107-finally-drawing-a-pair-squad-wins-second-straight-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[There's no time like the present to win a couple of games in succession.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Villanueva, Bucks down Hawks  2009-02-01]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/villanueva-bucks-down-hawks--1992.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Charlie Villanueva scored 27 points and Richard Jefferson and Ramon Sessions each had 20 to help the Milwaukee Bucks beat the Atlanta Hawks 110-107 Saturday night.Mike Bibby led Atlanta with 24 points and Joe Johnson, picked as a reserve to the Eastern Co]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-02-01]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1980.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Hawks forward and self-appointed football expert Josh Smith weighed in with his prediction for the Super Bowl before the Hawks played the Bucks. And while he's not necessarily a huge fan, he has no doubt the Pittsburgh Steelers will leave the field in T]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-02-01]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1981.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-02-01]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1982.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[While his teammates were focused on trying to make sure he got his 10,000th point in the late stages of Friday's win over New Jersey at Philips Arena, Hawks captain and All-Star Joe Johnson was just trying to make sure they got the win. Johnson had no ide]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bucks 110, Hawks 107]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/bucks-110-hawks-107.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Charlie Villanueva is filling the void left by the loss of Michael Redd.Villanueva scored 27 points, grabbed seven rebounds and had a season-high six assists to help the Milwaukee Bucks edge the Atlanta Hawks 110-107 Saturday night.Villanueva has scored 9]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Villanueva, Bucks down Hawks ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/villanueva-bucks-down-hawks-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Charlie Villanueva scored 27 points and Richard Jefferson and Ramon Sessions each had 20 to help the Milwaukee Bucks beat the Atlanta Hawks 110-107 Saturday night.Mike Bibby led Atlanta with 24 points and Joe Johnson, picked as a reserve to the Eastern Co]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Johnson carries Hawks past Nets with 29 2009-01-31]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/johnson-carries-hawks-past-nets-with-29-1985.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Johnson scored 29 points, leading the way as the Atlanta Hawks won the battle of high-scoring backcourts and beat the New Jersey Nets 105-88 on Friday night.Johnson's backcourt-mate Mike Bibby added 20 points as the Hawks won for the first time in fou]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bob Hope, thanks for the mentoring ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/bob-hope-thanks-for-the-mentoring-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In 1972, I was 8 years old and there seemed to be something missing in my life. Most of my friends had a father who could participate in extracurricular activities. I watched as my friends and teammates would laugh with, get reassurance and have a good pa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-01-31]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1973.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Al Horford missed his 11th straight game Friday night recovering from the bone bruise in his right knee suffered Jan. 9 at Orlando. He's on the way back, though. Coach Mike Woodson said that Horford's return to action could come as soon Wednesday's ga]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-01-31]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1974.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Zaza Pachulia. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Forward Othello Hunte]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-01-31]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1975.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hawks captain Joe Johnson couldn't find anything wrong with the seven players chosen as reserves for the Eastern Conference All-Star team. And since he was one of them, becoming the first Hawk since Dominique Wilkins to be named to three consecutive All-S]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Bucks Preview]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-bucks-preview.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Both the Atlanta Hawks and Milwaukee Bucks hope they are on the verge of turning the corner after enduring a recent rough stretch.Each club looks to build off a victory when the Eastern Conference playoff contenders meet Saturday night in Milwaukee.It's b]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 105, Nets 88]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-105-nets-88.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Johnson found his shot, and the Atlanta Hawks found a way to beat the New Jersey Nets.Johnson scored 29 points to shake his January slump as the Hawks won the matchup of high-scoring backcourts and beat the Nets 105-88 on Friday night.Johnson's backco]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Johnson carries Hawks past Nets with 29]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/johnson-carries-hawks-past-nets-with-29.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Johnson scored 29 points, leading the way as the Atlanta Hawks won the battle of high-scoring backcourts and beat the New Jersey Nets 105-88 on Friday night.Johnson's backcourt-mate Mike Bibby added 20 points as the Hawks won for the first time in fou]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nets-Hawks Preview 2009-01-29]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nets-hawks-preview-1979.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[New Jersey Nets star Devin Harris missed a potential game-winning shot in his last game. Perhaps he should let Vince Carter deal with any clutch shooting that may be needed against the Atlanta Hawks.The Nets, facing the Hawks for the first time since Cart]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[HAWKS: Out of sync: Slow starts followed by fast finishes ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-out-of-sync-slow-starts-followed-by-fast-finishes-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The difference between the Hawks in the first and fourth quarters is a study of a team at its very worst and its very best.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-01-30]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1966.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Zaza Pachulia. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Forward Solomon Jones]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-01-30]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1967.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--At least one player believes that Hawks captain and All-Star Joe Johnson is a cinch to named one of the reserves for the Eastern Conference All-Star team. Knicks F Al Harrington, a former Hawks captain alongside Johnson, said it shouldn't even be up for]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-01-30]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1968.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hawks captain and All-Star Joe Johnson leads the NBA in the one category that makes every general manager cringe this time of year. Minutes. And with the Hawks eyeballing a second straight playoff berth, and perhaps even more, the idea of Johnson being bu]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nets-Hawks Preview 2009-01-29]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nets-hawks-preview-1969.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[New Jersey Nets star Devin Harris missed a potential game-winning shot in his last game. Perhaps he should let Vince Carter deal with any clutch shooting that may be needed against the Atlanta Hawks.The Nets, facing the Hawks for the first time since Cart]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Court Awareness: Wednesday Review 2009-01-29]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/court-awareness-wednesday-review-1970.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Eddie House revenge tour continues to roll, with Sacramento the latest victim, says Andrew Ungvari in his nightly review.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Robinson spurs Knicks over Hawks 2009-01-29]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/robinson-spurs-knicks-over-hawks-1971.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Nate Robinson 's high-energy, high-flying style is the kind of play that pumps up a crowd.It's probably not a coincidence that as the backup guard has broken out of a slump, the Knicks are rolling at home. Robinson had another big fourth quarter, scoring ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-01-29]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1958.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--At least one player believes that Hawks captain and All-Star Joe Johnson is a cinch to named one of the reserves for the Eastern Conference All-Star team. Knicks F Al Harrington, a former Hawks captain alongside Johnson, said it shouldn't even be up for]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-01-29]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1959.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Zaza Pachulia. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Forward Solomon Jones]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-01-29]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1960.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hawks captain and All-Star Joe Johnson leads the NBA in the one category that makes every general manager cringe this time of year. Minutes. And with the Hawks eyeballing a second straight playoff berth, and perhaps even more, the idea of Johnson being bu]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[KNICKS 112, HAWKS 104: Sudden slump only worsens in Big Apple]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/knicks-112-hawks-104-sudden-slump-only-worsens-in-big-apple.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[New York --- The Hawks' current struggles travel as well or better than any frequent flier.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[KNICKS 112, HAWKS 104: Recent slump accompanies team in N.Y.]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/knicks-112-hawks-104-recent-slump-accompanies-team-in-n-y-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[New York --- The Hawks' current struggles travel as well or better than any frequent flier.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Robinson spurs Knicks over Hawks]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/robinson-spurs-knicks-over-hawks.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Nate Robinson 's high-energy, high-flying style is the kind of play that pumps up a crowd.It's probably not a coincidence that as the backup guard has broken out of a slump, the Knicks are rolling at home. Robinson had another big fourth quarter, scoring ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA 2009-01-29]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-1964.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[* MOST PRESSING ISSUE: The fans aren't the only ones dissecting the cause of the Hawks' two-game slide. Coach Mike Woodson had time to ponder it as well with a day off before Wednesday's game against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. And while]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-01-28]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1951.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Once again the warning signs are starting to surface. After three straight impressive wins, the Hawks have lost their last two games. And Joe Johnson started noticing the warning signs during the Hawks' 95-79 loss to Miami. "We're not playing together on ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-01-28]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1952.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Games like Monday's, when all the energy was on the side of the Heat from the start, illustrate why the Hawks can't seem to create any distance between themselves and the pack of teams chasing them in the standings. "I didn't like the way we were playin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-01-28]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1953.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Averages drop as team misses its ordinary Joe ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/averages-drop-as-team-misses-its-ordinary-joe-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[New York --- If you let Joe Johnson tell it, he's fine.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2009 NBA ALL-STAR BALLOTING ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/2009-nba-all-star-balloting-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Eastern Conference]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Knicks Preview 2009-01-27]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-knicks-preview-1956.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Wilson Chandler wasn't instrumental in the New York Knicks' season high-tying three-game win streak last week, and he contributed even less as that run was snapped over the weekend.A move to the bench looks like it got the second-year forward's attention.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Court Awareness: Monday Review]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/court-awareness-monday-review.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A handful of the league's new coaches were on display Monday night. Thomas Halzack checks in on their progress.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lakers beat up Spurs in showdown of best in the West ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/lakers-beat-up-spurs-in-showdown-of-best-in-the-west-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 07:15:27 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DPA SPORTS Basketball NBA Lakers beat up Spurs in showdown of best in the WestBy Paul Levine, dpa?? = ?? ???Los Angeles (dpa) - In a marquee showdown between the best in the West, the Los Angeles Lakers beat up their long-time rivals. ?? ???Kobe Bryant sc]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-01-27]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1944.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 07:15:27 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Games like Monday's, when all the energy was on the side of the Heat from the start, illustrate why the Hawks can't seem to create any distance between themselves and the pack of teams chasing them in the standings. "I didn't like the way we were playin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-01-27]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1945.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 07:15:27 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-01-27]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1946.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 07:15:27 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Once again the warning signs are starting to surface. After three straight impressive wins, the Hawks have lost their last two games. And Joe Johnson started noticing the warning signs during the Hawks' 95-79 loss to Miami. "We're not playing together on ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heat 95, Hawks 79]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/heat-95-hawks-79.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 07:15:27 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Dwyane Wade and the Miami Heat were far from perfect offensively. Fortunately for them, the Atlanta Hawks were worse.Much, much worse.The NBA's leading scorer, Wade finished with 35 points on 13-for-19 shooting and the Heat held the Hawks without a field ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks go cold; Wade heats up]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-go-cold-wade-heats-up.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 07:15:27 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Dwyane Wade and the Miami Heat were far from perfect offensively. Fortunately for them, the Atlanta Hawks were worse.Much, much worse.The NBA's leading scorer, Wade finished with 35 points and the Heat held the Hawks without a field goal for nearly 13 1/2]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks go more than a quarter without a basket]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-go-more-than-a-quarter-without-a-basket.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 07:15:27 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks went nearly 13 1/2 minutes without a field goal in the first half of their game against the Miami Heat on Monday night.Atlanta missed 13 straight shots and committed 10 turnovers during the equivalent of more than a quarter. The Hawks' 2]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Best days are past for Mavs, Pistons, Suns ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/best-days-are-past-for-mavs-pistons-suns-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 07:15:27 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Desperate times call for desperate deals, but the Mavs, Suns, and Pistons have little to show for their blockbusters, Randy Hill says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-01-26]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1934.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2009 07:15:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Even with the loss, the Hawks remain two games ahead of Detroit in the race for fourth place in the Eastern Conference. Just how tuned into the race are the Hawks? After their loss to Phoenix Sunday the Hawks entire locker room was locked into the finis]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-01-26]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1935.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2009 07:15:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-01-26]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1936.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2009 07:15:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The magical turnaround for the Hawks didn't come overnight, or in the form of a former MVP (Kevin Garnett) and an All-Star (Ray Allen) or two, like it did for Boston. The Hawks' revival has been a bit more organic, causing the Hawks to readjust their goal]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Heat Preview 2009-01-26]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-heat-preview-1937.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2009 07:15:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After a torrid December the Atlanta Hawks have had a subpar January, and even when they have played well this month it's been against sub-.500 opponents.Until their latest game, the Miami Heat had the same problem.Coming off a victory over one of the leag]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Suns 104, Hawks 99]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/suns-104-hawks-99.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2009 07:15:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Steve Nash considers this six-game road trip a turning point for the Phoenix Suns.More specifically, the two-time NBA MVP knew the Suns had to win to restore some credibility after three straight losses and an embarrassing performance two days ago at Char]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Suns edge Hawks to snap slide]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/suns-edge-hawks-to-snap-slide.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2009 07:15:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Amare Stoudemire scored 23 points, and Shaquille O'Neal had 19 points with 11 rebounds, helping Phoenix snap a three-game losing streak with a 104-99 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Sunday night.Steve Nash, who finished with 14 points and 13 assists, us]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Redd still shooting for stars  Bucks guard could land spot with Eastern reserves ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/redd-still-shooting-for-stars-bucks-guard-could-land-spot-with-eastern-reserves-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2009 07:15:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Allen Iverson's selection by fans as a starter in next month's All-Star Game has generated a fair amount of controversy.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Redd to have MRI today  Knee injury puts a damper on guard's stellar season ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/redd-to-have-mri-today-knee-injury-puts-a-damper-on-guard-s-stellar-season-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2009 07:15:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Michael Redd was making a strong comeback from an ankle injury that sidelined him for 14 games earlier this season, and some league observers were mentioning him as a candidate for next month's All-Star Game.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA INSIDER: Childress enjoying Greek setting ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-insider-childress-enjoying-greek-setting-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2009 07:15:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Former Hawk Josh Childress is back in the United States for at least the next month, rehabbing after sports hernia surgery he had Tuesday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yao hurts knee, Pacers defuse short-handed Rockets ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/yao-hurts-knee-pacers-defuse-short-handed-rockets-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2009 11:29:59 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DPA SPORTS Basketball NBA Yao hurts knee, Pacers defuse short-handed RocketsBy Paul Levine, dpa?? = ?? Los Angeles (dpa) - When China's Yao Ming went down, the Houston Rockets couldn't pick him up. ?? Danny Granger scored 25 points, TJ Ford had 21 and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-01-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1932.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2009 08:39:59 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Zaza Pachulia. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Thomas Gardner, Forward Othello Hu]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-01-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1933.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2009 08:39:59 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks' defense was particularly salty early on against the Bucks Friday night. They held the Bucks without a field goal for over seven minutes, stretching a 20-17 lead with 4:14 to play in the first quarter to 36-19 -- the Bucks did make two free th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-01-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1923.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Zaza Pachulia. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Thomas Gardner, Forward Othello Hu]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-01-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1924.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks' defense was particularly salty early on against the Bucks Friday night. They held the Bucks without a field goal for over seven minutes, stretching a 20-17 lead with 4:14 to play in the first quarter to 36-19 -- the Bucks did make two free th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-01-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1925.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hawks forward Marvin Williams returned to the starting lineup for Friday's game against Milwaukee after missing two games with concussion symptoms. Williams said his head was still hurting after the Hawks' 117-87 blowout win, but it'll obviously take more]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[HAWKS 117, BUCKS 87: With same coach, players can jell ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-117-bucks-87-with-same-coach-players-can-jell-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Since the Hawks have gotten it right involving that patience thing with their head coach, let's ask one of their primary owners why so many of his peers around the NBA have continued to get it wrong.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks rout Bucks to win third straight]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-rout-bucks-to-win-third-straight.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After eking out a pair of wins earlier in the week, the Atlanta Hawks got a chance to enjoy themselves in this one.Flip Murray scored a season-high 25 points, Josh Smith had 24 and the Hawks raced to their biggest victory of the season, 117-87 over the Mi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks' Williams back in lineup after concussion]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-williams-back-in-lineup-after-concussion.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hawks forward Marvin Williams returned to the lineup Friday night against Milwaukee after missing two games with a concussion.Williams was hurt last Saturday in a loss at Golden State when a hard foul by Ronny Turiaf caused the Atlanta player to hit his h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[PREVIEW  BUCKS VS. HAWKS ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/preview-bucks-vs-hawks-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[UP NEXT]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKETS SUMMARY  2009-01-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-summary--1930.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TONIGHT: Rockets at INDIANA Pacers]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bobcats benefit from Diaw Effect: Forward spreads the wealth ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/bobcats-benefit-from-diaw-effect-forward-spreads-the-wealth-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jan. 23--He's about keeping friends happy.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-01-23]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1917.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Hawks players watched the inauguration on the Jumbotron at the United Center after shootaround practice Tuesday. Hawks coach Mike Woodson said the view couldn't have been better from anywhere other than the National Mall in Washington D.C. "It was a bea]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-01-23]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1918.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-01-23]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1919.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Marvin Williams and Josh Childress remain the closest of friends despite all the thousands of miles that separate the former Hawks teammates. And while they've kept in regular contact via e-mail and text, they'd spoken on the phone only a couple times sin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bucks-Hawks Preview 2009-01-23]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/bucks-hawks-preview-1920.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Injuries haven't kept the Atlanta Hawks from winning lately, and returning home to face their next opponent might help that success continue.The Hawks look to win their third in a row after a poor stretch to open the new year and seek a fifth consecutive ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Defense carries Celtics past Magic]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/defense-carries-celtics-past-magic.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Celtics didn't need illusions or tricks to dominate the Magic Charlie Rosen says. They used something much more basic.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Court Awareness: Tuesday review 2009-01-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/court-awareness-tuesday-review-1922.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The NBA's biggest stars may not have been on the court Tuesday, but Mike Bibby played like one. So did Paul Millsap, John Lorge says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-01-22]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1911.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-01-22]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1912.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Marvin Williams and Josh Childress remain the closest of friends despite all the thousands of miles that separate the former Hawks teammates. And while they've kept in regular contact via e-mail and text, they'd spoken on the phone only a couple times sin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-01-22]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1913.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Hawks players watched the inauguration on the Jumbotron at the United Center after shootaround practice Tuesday. Hawks coach Mike Woodson said the view couldn't have been better from anywhere other than the National Mall in Washington D.C. "It was a bea]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bosh frustrated in Raptors' loss]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/bosh-frustrated-in-raptors-loss.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Earlier this season Chris Bosh politely asked the media to stop asking him if he was frustrated.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Court Awareness: Tuesday review]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/court-awareness-tuesday-review.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The NBA's biggest stars may not have been on the court Tuesday, but Mike Bibby played like one. So did Paul Millsap, John Lorge says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A familiar story]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/a-familiar-story.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Bulls have been in more stretch runs than a thoroughbred racehorse this season, blowing fourth-quarter opportunities more often than not.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kobe's Lakers run circles around LeBron's Cavs ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/kobe-s-lakers-run-circles-around-lebron-s-cavs-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DPA SPORTS Basketball NBA Kobe's Lakers run circles around LeBron's CavsBy Paul Levine, dpa?? = ?? Los Angeles (dpa) -Kobe Bryantshook off a dislocated right ring finger, and the Los Angeles Lakers ran circles around the LeBron James-led Cleveland Cavalie]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA['Story of our season']]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/-story-of-our-season-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Bulls have been in more stretch runs than a thoroughbred racehorse this season, blowing fourth-quarter opportunities more often than not.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-01-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1905.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Marvin Williams and Josh Childress remain the closest of friends despite all the thousands of miles that separate the former Hawks teammates. And while they've kept in regular contact via e-mail and text, they'd spoken on the phone only a couple times sin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-01-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1906.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Hawks players watched the inauguration on the Jumbotron at the United Center after shootaround practice Tuesday. Hawks coach Mike Woodson said the view couldn't have been better from anywhere other than the National Mall in Washington D.C. "It was a bea]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-01-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1907.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 105, Bulls 102]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-105-bulls-102.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mike Bibby will always seek other options when his shot's not falling. This time, there was no need to look elsewhere.Bibby scored nine of his season-high 31 points in the final five minutes, and the Atlanta Hawks beat the Chicago Bulls 105-102 Tuesday to]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bibby helps Hawks shoot down Bulls]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/bibby-helps-hawks-shoot-down-bulls.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mike Bibby scored nine of his season-high 31 points in the final five minutes, and the Atlanta Hawks beat the Chicago Bulls 105-102 Tuesday to complete a three-game season sweep.Solid throughout the night, Bibby came up big in the end to lift the Hawks to]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stupor Jamario ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/stupor-jamario-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Earlier this season, Chris Bosh politely asked the media to stop asking him if he was frustrated.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two in a row counts as a streak]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/two-in-a-row-counts-as-a-streak.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Light-hearted fun is guaranteed after a Golden State win.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-01-20]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1895.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--F Marvin Williams still has headache three days after suffering a concussion. "My head feels pretty much the same as it did when I first did it," Williams said Monday. Williams is day-to-day and will be lucky to get back on the floor by the weekend. "On]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-01-20]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1896.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Maurice Evans, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Zaza Pachulia. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Thomas Gardner, Forward Solomon J]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-01-20]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1897.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The numbers say it all for the Hawks. Hold teams under 100 points and more often than not, they win. Allow teams to run wild and score at will, the chances of being successful decrease dramatically. The Hawks are 21-5 this season when holding opponents to]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Bulls Preview 2009-01-20]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-bulls-preview-1898.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Despite playing without two starters, the Atlanta Hawks look like they're pulling out of a new year swoon. To help complete that turnaround, they'll need better play on the road.Atlanta (24-16) seeks its second win in its last six away from home Tuesday a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Moon's miss helps Hawks overcome Raptors]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/moon-s-miss-helps-hawks-overcome-raptors.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jamario Moon's key miss for Toronto set up Joe Johnson's clincher for Atlanta.Johnson scored 28 points, including a jumper with 12.5 seconds left, Mike Bibby added 23 and the Atlanta Hawks rallied to beat the Toronto Raptors 87-84 Monday despite missing t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks missing Horford, Williams against Toronto]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-missing-horford-williams-against-toronto.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks center Al Horford and forward Marvin Williams were held out of Monday's game against the Toronto Raptors because of injuries.Backup point guard Acie Law also left in the second quarter with a bruised quadriceps.Horford missed his fifth strai]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKETS SUMMARY ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-summary-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TODAY: DENVER Nuggets AT Rockets]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-01-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1887.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-01-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1888.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--When the Hawks finally make it back to Atlanta this weekend from their three-game Western Conference road swing, Zaza Pachulia will have a few more frequent flier miles in tow.While his teammates hustled back to their Los Angeles hotel after Wednesday's]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-01-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1889.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks' deflating three-game Western Conference road trip took a frightening turn late Friday night at Oakland when starting small forward Marvin Williams took a nasty fall and banged his head on the court during the Hawks' 119-114 loss to Golden State]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Raptors-Hawks Preview 2009-01-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/raptors-hawks-preview-1890.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After ending 2008 on a high note, the new year hasn't been kind to the Atlanta Hawks. Facing the hobbling Toronto Raptors might help.The Hawks (23-16) will try for only their third win since Jan. 1 when they welcome the Raptors (16-26) to Philips Arena on]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warriors rebound vs. Hawks ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/warriors-rebound-vs-hawks-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[OAKLAND The Warriors aren't a good rebounding team. But they even impressed themselves by the way they rebounded on Friday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA mid-term grades: Eastern Conference]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-mid-term-grades-eastern-conference.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[D-Wade's been playing out of his mind, and has Miami earning gold stars in Charlie Rosen's Eastern Conference mid-term grades.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks, in a lot of hurt, flop home ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-in-a-lot-of-hurt-flop-home-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Battered.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nelson comes up big in fourth quarter, Magic top Lakers ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nelson-comes-up-big-in-fourth-quarter-magic-top-lakers-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DPA SPORTS Basketball NBA Nelson comes up big in fourth quarter, Magic top LakersBy Paul Levine, dpa?? = ?? Los Angeles (dpa) - Jameer Nelson did his best impersonation of Los Angeles Lakers superstarKobe Bryantdown the stretch, and the Orlando Magic came]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-01-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1881.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--When the Hawks finally make it back to Atlanta this weekend from their three-game Western Conference road swing, Zaza Pachulia will have a few more frequent flier miles in tow.While his teammates hustled back to their Los Angeles hotel after Wednesday's]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-01-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1882.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-01-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1883.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks' deflating three-game Western Conference road trip took a frightening turn late Friday night at Oakland when starting small forward Marvin Williams took a nasty fall and banged his head on the court during the Hawks' 119-114 loss to Golden State]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Williams listed day-to-day; banged head on floor]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/williams-listed-day-to-day-banged-head-on-floor.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks forward Marvin Williams, who hit his head on the floor in a loss at Golden State, was listed as day-to-day Saturday after hospital tests were negative.Williams' CAT scan at an Oakland hospital was negative, Hawks spokesman Arthur Triche said]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Williams day-to-day after hitting head on floor]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/williams-day-to-day-after-hitting-head-on-floor.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks forward Marvin Williams, who hit his head on the floor in a loss at Golden State, was listed as day-to-day Saturday after hospital tests were negative.Williams' CAT scan at an Oakland hospital was negative, Hawks spokesman Arthur Triche said]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Crawford leads Warriors over Hawks  2009-01-17]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/crawford-leads-warriors-over-hawks--1886.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jamal Crawford scored 29 points, including the go-ahead basket in the final three minutes, and the Golden State Warriors beat the Atlanta Hawks 119-114 on Friday night.Stephen Jackson, in his first game since a hamstring injury, added 24 points for the Wa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warriors find hope in victory]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/warriors-find-hope-in-victory.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Of all the coming-out parties the Warriors have seen this season, Corey Maggette's might have been the longest in coming.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-01-17]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1873.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks' deflating three-game Western Conference road trip took a frightening turn late Friday night at Oakland when starting small forward Marvin Williams took a nasty fall and banged his head on the court during the Hawks' 119-114 loss to Golden State]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-01-17]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1874.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--When the Hawks finally make it back to Atlanta this weekend from their three-game Western Conference road swing, Zaza Pachulia will have a few more frequent flier miles in tow.While his teammates hustled back to their Los Angeles hotel after Wednesday's]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-01-17]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1875.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warriors 119, Hawks 114]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/warriors-119-hawks-114.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Stephen Jackson showed coach Don Nelson his bothersome right hamstring was no longer an issue, hitting a key 3-pointer late in the game against Atlanta - right in front of the home bench."I bumped my knee and that hurt more than the hamstring," Jackson sa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Crawford leads Warriors over Hawks ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/crawford-leads-warriors-over-hawks-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jamal Crawford scored 29 points, including the go-ahead basket in the final three minutes, and the Golden State Warriors beat the Atlanta Hawks 119-114 on Friday night.Stephen Jackson, in his first game since a hamstring injury, added 24 points for the Wa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warriors NBA's worst at allowing second-chance points ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/warriors-nba-s-worst-at-allowing-second-chance-points-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[OAKLAND So how does a 24-16 record sound right about now, Warriors fans?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wizards' woes can be traced to late failings ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/wizards-woes-can-be-traced-to-late-failings-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TheWashingtonWizards were just five games into the season - the owners of an 0-5 record following four coulda-shoulda-woulda losses - and Antawn Jamison expressed concern that the missed opportunities would come back to haunt his team further down the roa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROUNDUP: Mason's late three-point play lifts Spurs over Lakers ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/roundup-mason-s-late-three-point-play-lifts-spurs-over-lakers-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DPA SPORTS Basketball NBA ROUNDUP: Mason's late three-point play lifts Spurs over LakersBy Paul Levine, dpa?? = ?? Los Angeles (dpa) - Roger Mason broke the hearts of the Los Angeles Lakers. ?? Mason converted a game-winning three-point play with 10.5 sec]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Watson finding his mark ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/watson-finding-his-mark-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's hardly surprising that C.J. Watson, quiet and unassuming by nature, offers such a modest explanation for his not-so-modest shooting percentages.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-01-16]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1865.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Joe Johnson finally seemed to shake off his funk, finishing with 21 points, seven assists and four rebounds in 40 minutes against the Clippers. It was a nice rebound after six straight games without playing much like the All-Star folks have come to know]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-01-16]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1866.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-01-16]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1867.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When he's bad, no player draws the ire of Hawks fans the way Josh Smith can. But when's good, the way he was during the Hawks' 97-80 blowout win over the Los Angeles Clippers Wednesday night, Smith is really, really good. Instead of his usual array of jum]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Warriors Preview]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-warriors-preview.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks used a matchup against one of the Western Conference's worst teams to snap their longest skid of the season. They hope a game against another struggling club from the West will help them start their first winning streak of the month.The ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Court Awareness: Wednesday Review 2009-01-15]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/court-awareness-wednesday-review-1869.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Lakers almost pulled it off in a classic vs. the Spurs. Andrew Ungvari has a solution for their backcourt in his Wednesday review.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hey, Lovie, feel free to speak up about your 'D' ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hey-lovie-feel-free-to-speak-up-about-your-d-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Are you tired of having your character built in another Antarctic Chicago winter? Thought so. Fortunately, we have so much to keep us feeling warm and fuzzy.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 97, Clippers 80]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-97-clippers-80.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The goal is 50 wins and home-court advantage in the opening round of the NBA playoffs. The Atlanta Hawks are determined to make it happen.Josh Smith scored 26 points, Joe Johnson added 21 and Atlanta beat the Clippers 97-80 on Wednesday night to end a fou]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-01-14]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1855.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Al Horford isn't the only one limping these days. His team is nursing a four-game losing streak. And the worst part for Horford is he won't able to help them snap out of the funk. It'll be an excruciating week for Horford, who'll have to watch his team ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-01-14]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1856.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-01-14]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1857.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks might want to set their alarm clock 15 minutes early for Wednesday night's game against the Los Angeles Clipper at Staples Center. Maybe that'll keep them from another one of these awful first-quarter starts that have led to their current four-g]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Clippers Preview]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-clippers-preview.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A new year has brought little success for the Atlanta Hawks. Facing the lowly Los Angeles Clippers could help turn things around.The visiting Hawks look to avoid a season-high fifth straight defeat while trying to extend the Clippers' losing streak to 12 ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Suns 107, Hawks 102]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/suns-107-hawks-102.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Shaquille O'Neal of old is leading the new-look Phoenix Suns.O'Neal had 26 points and 10 rebounds, and the Suns won their third straight Tuesday night with a 107-102 victory over the Atlanta Hawks, who lost their fourth in a row.The Suns are 8-1 this ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shaq helps Suns beat slumping Hawks]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/shaq-helps-suns-beat-slumping-hawks.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Shaquille O'Neal had 26 points and 10 rebounds, and the Phoenix Suns won their third straight Tuesday night with a 107-102 victory over the Atlanta Hawks, who lost their fourth in a row.In winning for the sixth time in seven games, the Suns (22-13) improv]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trade winds will keep blowing]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/trade-winds-will-keep-blowing.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Boston Celtics' recent slump has jumbled the Eastern Conference pecking order.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Clippers tonight ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/clippers-tonight-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[VS. ATLANTA]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Magic shoots down Spurs 105-98 ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/magic-shoots-down-spurs-105-98-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DPA SPORTS Basketball NBA Magic shoots down Spurs 105-98By Paul Levine, dpa?? = ?? Los Angeles (dpa) - The Orlando Magic hit the long ball on Sunday night to beat the San Antonio Spurs at their own game. ?? Jameer Nelson scored 12 of his 22 points in the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-01-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1849.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks have lost four of five games to start the New Year after finishing the last 10 games of 2008 with a league-best 9-1 mark. Whatever defensive focus, offensive flow and swagger they had before appears to have vanished somewhere along that way. "]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-01-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1850.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-01-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1851.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Zaza Pachulia has been here before, pressed into service on a moment's notice. He's delivered, too. And now that the Hawks' starting center Al Horford is out indefinitely with a bone bruise in his right knee, the Hawks will need Pachulia more than ever.  ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Suns Preview]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-suns-preview.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks have stumbled during a three-game losing streak. With Al Horford sidelined for at least the next three games, they'll have to try to solve their problems without one of their best defenders.They'll also have to do it on a western swing, ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Raptors looking forward to rematch after dropping close game to Celtics ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/raptors-looking-forward-to-rematch-after-dropping-close-game-to-celtics-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TheTorontoRaptors missed a chance to take advantage of a struggling Boston Celtics squad, but they still found some positives to take into Monday's rematch.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[It's learn, baby, learn]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/it-s-learn-baby-learn.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[See Patrick Kane get a little uppity because someone checked him or elbowed him in the throat. Or smacked him in the head. See the Blackhawks learn how to go through their first little slump. See other teams testing the Hawks, hitting them in the mouth an]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-01-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1840.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks have lost four of five games to start the New Year after finishing the last 10 games of 2008 with a league-best 9-1 mark. Whatever defensive focus, offensive flow and swagger they had before appears to have vanished somewhere along that way. "]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-01-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1841.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-01-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1842.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Zaza Pachulia has been here before, pressed into service on a moment's notice. He's delivered, too. And now that the Hawks' starting center Al Horford is out indefinitely with a bone bruise in his right knee, the Hawks will need Pachulia more than ever.  ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[WIN GOOD FOR A LAUGH ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/win-good-for-a-laugh-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Dwight Howard donned a pair of black-framed (fake) glasses with a Superman logo on the side.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Top 10 list]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/top-10-list.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The mid-season point will soon arrive in the NBA, a time when teams take stock of their rosters.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Horford out indefinitely with knee injury]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/horford-out-indefinitely-with-knee-injury.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks center Al Horford was held out of Sunday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers with a bone bruise in his right knee and will miss at least three more games.Horford was injured in Friday's loss at Orlando and is out indefinitely after an MRI ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Iguodala, Sixers continue hot streak]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/iguodala-sixers-continue-hot-streak.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Andre Iguodala is helping the Philadelphia 76ers win without Elton Brand.The Atlanta Hawks now must learn if they shake a losing streak without Al Horford.Iguodala took advantage of the absence of Horford to score 27 points, and Philadelphia dominated nea]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Horford out indefinitely with knee injury 2009-01-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/horford-out-indefinitely-with-knee-injury-1847.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks center Al Horford was held out of Sunday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers with a bone bruise in his right knee and will miss at least three more games.Horford was injured in Friday's loss at Orlando and is out indefinitely after an MRI ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-01-11]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1833.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Forward Othello Hunter, ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-01-11]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1834.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--G Acie Law IV met the team here Thursday night, coming in from in Dallas where he was tending to personal matters. Law returned to Atlanta with the team after the game. He missed the entire week with an ailing family member back in Texas, and said he wo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-01-11]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1835.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's too bad Al Horford's trip to Florida didn't end as well as it began. Because Thursday night in Miami he got a chance to celebrate yet another national championship with his beloved Florida Gators are involved. That's why Horford was still grinning Fr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wuerffel: Tebow should return ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/wuerffel-tebow-should-return-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Former Florida great Danny Wuerffel has a message for Gators QB Tim Tebow: Come back for your senior year.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Redick, Lee step into the light ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/redick-lee-step-into-the-light-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As happy as he was in the minutes after theOrlandoMagic's bounceback win over Washington on Tuesday, Coach Stan Van Gundy was also shaking his head.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tebow's future remains unclear ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/tebow-s-future-remains-unclear-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After earning the BCS National Championship Game's most valuable player honors for his efforts in leading Florida to a 24-14 victory on Thursday night against Oklahoma, Tim Tebow offered few insights into his future, and whether he plans to return to the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[76ers-Hawks Preview 2009-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/76ers-hawks-preview-1839.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[At the end of December, the Atlanta Hawks looked like they were well on their way to becoming serious contenders in the Eastern Conference. Their tough start to January may indicate they haven't yet made that leap.The Hawks look to bounce back from their ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1826.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--G Acie Law IV met the team here Thursday night, coming in from in Dallas where he was tending to personal matters. Law returned to Atlanta with the team after the game. He missed the entire week with an ailing family member back in Texas, and said he wo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1827.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Forward Othello Hunter, ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1828.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's too bad Al Horford's trip to Florida didn't end as well as it began. Because Thursday night in Miami he got a chance to celebrate yet another national championship with his beloved Florida Gators are involved. That's why Horford was still grinning Fr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks soar just four years after 13-win disaster]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-soar-just-four-years-after-13-win-disaster.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks sure enjoyed that trip to the playoffs. The sellout crowds. The over-the-top emotion. The drama of it all.They'd like to hang around even longer this year.The team that won all of 13 games just four seasons ago has grown up.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Magic 121, Hawks 87]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/magic-121-hawks-87.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The second half of a home-and-home series was over by halftime.The Orlando Magic won their 11th straight home game and put on their most devastating offensive show of the season in routing the Atlanta Hawks 121-87 on Friday night.The Magic starters, led b]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orlando holds on, beats Atlanta ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/orlando-holds-on-beats-atlanta-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ATLANTA -- The secret of theOrlandoMagic's successes this season hasn't been some hard-to-decipher formula.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Magic make quick work of Hawks]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/magic-make-quick-work-of-hawks.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hedo Turkoglu hit all five 3-point attempts and scored 21 points, and the Orlando Magic raced to a 38-point halftime lead in a 121-87 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Friday night.Dwight Howard added 16 points and 10 rebounds as the Magic enjoyed their b]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockets send slumping Celtics to third straight setback ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-send-slumping-celtics-to-third-straight-setback-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DPA SPORTS Basketball NBA Rockets send slumping Celtics to third straight setbackBy Paul Levine, dpa?? = ?? Los Angeles (dpa) - The suddenly slumping Boston Celtics have lost their way and some of their swagger. ?? China's Yao Ming scored 26 points, Von W]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-01-09]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1819.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Marvin Williams was hungry for some of that big-game adrenaline his teammates experienced in their season opening road-win over Orlando. He'll get his chance Friday night, when the Hawks finish off the second game of a road-and-home set with their Southea]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-01-09]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1820.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--With extended minutes for his starters during back-to-back sets and the inevitable injuries that pop up during a season, Hawks coach Mike Woodson knows better than anyone that he has to expand his playing rotation from his usual seven to eight players. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-01-09]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1821.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Mo Evans, Forward Solomon Jones, Center Randolph Morris. PLAYER NOTES: ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks try to step it up against Magic ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-try-to-step-it-up-against-magic-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[And now, Act II.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orlando fights off a woeful foe ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/orlando-fights-off-a-woeful-foe-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It was a bad night for the Washington Wizards to be next on theOrlandoMagic's schedule.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Home cooking can't help Celtics end slump ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/home-cooking-can-t-help-celtics-end-slump-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[BOSTON - Now the Celtics are losing at home, too.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Magic Preview]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-magic-preview.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 07:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Neither of the Southeast Division's top teams thought they played like contenders when they squared off in the opener of a home-and-home series. The Orlando Magic and the Atlanta Hawks have a chance to redeem themselves in the finale Friday.The Magic look]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-01-08]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1811.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--With extended minutes for his starters during back-to-back sets and the inevitable injuries that pop up during a season, Hawks coach Mike Woodson knows better than anyone that he has to expand his playing rotation from his usual seven to eight players. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-01-08]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1812.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Mo Evans, Forward Solomon Jones, Center Randolph Morris. PLAYER NOTES: ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-01-08]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1813.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Marvin Williams was hungry for some of that big-game adrenaline his teammates experienced in their season opening road-win over Orlando. He'll get his chance Friday night, when the Hawks finish off the second game of a road-and-home set with their Southea]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA 2009-01-08]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-1814.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[They were dribbling for the present Wednesday night at Philips Arena, but they also were dribbling for the future. So pick one. Maybe both.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Magic 106, Hawks 102]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/magic-106-hawks-102.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For three quarters, Orlando hardly missed. In the final period, nothing seemed to go.Fortunately for the Magic, they had enough of a lead to hold off the Atlanta Hawks.Putting on a show for the home folks, Dwight Howard had 23 points and 19 rebounds as Or]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Magic build big lead, hold off Hawks]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/magic-build-big-lead-hold-off-hawks.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orlando Magic built a big lead, then held on to hand the Atlanta Hawks a rare loss at home.Dwight Howard had 23 points and 19 rebounds, helping the Magic hold on for a 106-102 victory Wednesday night in a matchup of the top two teams in the Southeast ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA 2009-01-08]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-1817.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[* NOTHING BUT RIM: OK, they might not be the NBA's best free-throw shooters. The Hawks entered Wednesday night ranked 24th in the league with a 74.8 percent rate at the line. But that hardly explains the club's 14-for-25 performance against Orlando, a col]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-01-07]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1804.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The injury to Marvin Williams, combined with the long minutes the Hawks' regulars played in Friday's overtime loss to New Jersey, opened the door for the Hawks to dig a little deeper into the bench. Not only did Flip Murray play 19 minutes in the first ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-01-07]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1805.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Mo Evans, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Speedy Claxton, Forward Thomas Gardner, F]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-01-07]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1806.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Saturday night's Hawks-Rockets game at Philips Arena was highlighted more by who did not play than who did. The Hawks played without starting small forward Marvin Williams, who sat out the game with a left shoulder strain. The Rockets, meanwhile, went wit]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Magic-Hawks Preview 2009-01-07]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/magic-hawks-preview-1807.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orlando Magic had one of the best road records in the NBA last season, and so far in 2008-09, no team has been better away from home.Forgive the Atlanta Hawks if they're not exactly intimidated.The Southeast Division's top two teams will open a home-a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockets let Hawks get away]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-let-hawks-get-away.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ATLANTA - With cramps attacking a left calf muscle that never had been asked to go so long in an NBA game, Von Wafer could barely walk.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bibby Boom ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/bibby-boom-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The young Hawks have finally become an Eastern Conference force by trusting someone (almost) over 30]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bibby Boom  2009-01-06]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/bibby-boom--1810.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The young Hawks have finally become an Eastern Conference force by trusting someone (almost) over 30]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-01-06]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1800.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The injury to Marvin Williams, combined with the long minutes the Hawks' regulars played in Friday's overtime loss to New Jersey, opened the door for the Hawks to dig a little deeper into the bench. Not only did Flip Murray play 19 minutes in the first ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-01-06]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1801.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Mo Evans, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Speedy Claxton, Forward Thomas Gardner, F]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-01-06]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1802.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Saturday night's Hawks-Rockets game at Philips Arena was highlighted more by who did not play than who did. The Hawks played without starting small forward Marvin Williams, who sat out the game with a left shoulder strain. The Rockets, meanwhile, went wit]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[HAWKS: Magic coming up with stakes raised]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-magic-coming-up-with-stakes-raised.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[While the Orlando Magic were busy hanging their Southeast Division title banner on opening night of the NBA season, the Hawks were hard at work trying to snatch it away this season.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Watching like a Hawk: Hockey is where it's at]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/watching-like-a-hawk-hockey-is-where-it-s-at.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It took only about 40 years to come back around, but it's official. I enjoy watching hockey more than Basketball. OK, perhaps I should be more specific. I enjoy watching the Blackhawks more than the Bulls.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-01-05]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1792.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The injury to Marvin Williams, combined with the long minutes the Hawks' regulars played in Friday's overtime loss to New Jersey, opened the door for the Hawks to dig a little deeper into the bench. Not only did Flip Murray play 19 minutes in the first ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-01-05]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1793.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Mo Evans, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Speedy Claxton, Forward Thomas Gardner, F]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-01-05]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1794.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Saturday night's Hawks-Rockets game at Philips Arena was highlighted more by who did not play than who did. The Hawks played without starting small forward Marvin Williams, who sat out the game with a left shoulder strain. The Rockets, meanwhile, went wit]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reserves respond when called up ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/reserves-respond-when-called-up-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Just the sight of the five of them on the floor together caused heads to turn.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockets let Hawks get away: Bibby sinks decisive 3 with 1.5 seconds left ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-let-hawks-get-away-bibby-sinks-decisive-3-with-1-5-seconds-left-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jan. 4--ATLANTA -- With cramps attacking a left calf muscle that never had been asked to go so long in an NBA game, Von Wafer could barely walk.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vinsanity under spotlight ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/vinsanity-under-spotlight-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Vince Carter was a noisemaker on New Year?s Eve. The Nets expect him to be a playmaker to start 2009.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA INSIDER: Hawks put up top '08 finish ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-insider-hawks-put-up-top-08-finish-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[No team finished 2008 like the Hawks, winners of nine of their last 10 games and six straight overall to finish the calendar year.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[HAWKS 103, ROCKETS 100: Bibby's heroics push home streak to 6 ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-103-rockets-100-bibby-s-heroics-push-home-streak-to-6-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2009 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hawks point guard Mike Bibby has been around the NBA long enough to know that for every time you're on the ugly side of a big shot, you'll have chances to take one to make up for it.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[LeBron, Varejao keep Cavs perfect at home ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/lebron-varejao-keep-cavs-perfect-at-home-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DPA SPORTS Basketball NBA LeBron, Varejao keep Cavs perfect at homeBy Paul Levine, dpa?? = ?? Los Angeles (dpa) - With a little help from "Wild Thing," LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers are still running wild at home. ?? Brazilian Anderson Varejao ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-01-04]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1785.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Mo Evans, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Speedy Claxton, Forward Thomas Gardner, F]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-01-04]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1786.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The injury to Marvin Williams, combined with the long minutes the Hawks' regulars played in Friday's overtime loss to New Jersey, opened the door for the Hawks to dig a little deeper into the bench. Not only did Flip Murray play 19 minutes in the first ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-01-04]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1787.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Saturday night's Hawks-Rockets game at Philips Arena was highlighted more by who did not play than who did. The Hawks played without starting small forward Marvin Williams, who sat out the game with a left shoulder strain. The Rockets, meanwhile, went wit]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 103, Rockets 100]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-103-rockets-100.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Atlanta coach Mike Woodson needed a reversal of fortune after the Hawks' loss the night before on a buzzer-beating 3-pointer.Fortunately for Woodson, Mike Bibby had the right touch after taking Joe Johnson's pass beyond the arc."Mike stepped up and made a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bibby's 3 beats short-handed Rockets]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/bibby-s-3-beats-short-handed-rockets.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mike Bibby made a 3-pointer with 1.5 seconds remaining, and Josh Smith scored a season-high 29 points in the Atlanta Hawks' 103-100 victory over the Houston Rockets on Saturday night.Joe Johnson had a season-high 14 assists, the last when he drove from th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nets end Hawks' 6-game win streak on Carter's 3 2009-01-03]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nets-end-hawks-6-game-win-streak-on-carter-s-3-1790.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2009 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Vince Carter hit a long 3-pointer at the buzzer in overtime and the New Jersey Nets rallied from a 20-point halftime deficit to beat Atlanta 93-91 on Friday night, ending the Hawks' six-game winning streak.Devin Harris added 26 points and 11 assists, and ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-01-03]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1775.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-01-03]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1776.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--New Jersey G Devin Harris kicked off what should be an All-Star campaign with 63 points and 18 assists in back-to-back wins over the Hawks last month. Both performances left a lasting impression on Hawks coach Mike Woodson, who wiped his head before Fri]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-01-03]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1777.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hawks point guard Mike Bibby laughed when asked if he had any New Year's resolutions on his mind. But if there were anything he'd like his team to do better this season, it'll be done away from home, something the Hawks couldn't do Friday in New Jersey an]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Discuss his All-Star chances? Cavs guard Williams passes ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/discuss-his-all-star-chances-cavs-guard-williams-passes-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cavs vs. Chicago]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockets-Hawks Preview 2009-01-03]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-hawks-preview-1779.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks are still figuring out how to win on the road. On Saturday, they return to a place where they know they can win.Atlanta goes for its sixth straight win at Philips Arena on Saturday night against a Houston team that's dropped three in a r]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nets 93, Hawks 91, OT]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nets-93-hawks-91-ot.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Vince Carter added another buzzer beater to his resume, and this one was from really long range.Carter ran down a tipped inbounds pass in the backcourt and hit a 3-pointer at the buzzer from about 10 feet behind the arc and the New Jersey Nets rallied fro]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nets end Hawks' 6-game win streak on Carter's 3]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nets-end-hawks-6-game-win-streak-on-carter-s-3.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Vince Carter hit a long 3-pointer at the buzzer in overtime and the New Jersey Nets rallied from a 20-point halftime deficit to beat Atlanta 93-91 on Friday night, ending the Hawks' six-game winning streak.Devin Harris added 26 points and 11 assists, and ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Highs, lows for radio over the past year ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/highs-lows-for-radio-over-the-past-year-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The 2008 radio year is history. Here are some of the highs and lows as I look back on the year: Best continuing stunts: "Johnson and Johnson" on KUBL, with a Valentine's Day wedding, Green Jell-O dive, pumpkin drop and many more. Best talk show: Doug Wrig]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[BASKETBALL  2009-01-03]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/basketball--1783.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2009 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[BBL TROPHY GROUP ONE]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Nets Preview 2009-01-01]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-nets-preview-1771.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With their play over the last three weeks, the Atlanta Hawks appear to have evolved from a young team with potential to a legitimate contender in the Eastern Conference.That's due in large part to Joe Johnson, who's made a leap of his own.After notching t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-01-01]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1772.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks burned the Pacers with good offensive rotations the entire night, finding the open man time after time when they needed it most. Joe Johnson insists he was just trying to be aggressive in a game that got extremely physical in the third quarter]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-01-01]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1773.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-01-01]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1774.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2009 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hawks captain Joe Johnson said the sting of being traded his rookie season has never dissipated. The coach of the Boston team that moved him conceded Tuesday that a trade that looked good at the time has turned out to be disastrous. "It was a good (move) ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2009-01-01]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1766.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks burned the Pacers with good offensive rotations the entire night, finding the open man time after time when they needed it most. Joe Johnson insists he was just trying to be aggressive in a game that got extremely physical in the third quarter]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2009-01-01]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1767.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2009-01-01]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1768.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hawks captain Joe Johnson said the sting of being traded his rookie season has never dissipated. The coach of the Boston team that moved him conceded Tuesday that a trade that looked good at the time has turned out to be disastrous. "It was a good (move) ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Building boom, new airport helped Atlanta take off ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/building-boom-new-airport-helped-atlanta-take-off-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By 1970, Atlanta had already outgrown the new airport terminal and civic center constructed during the previous decade.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[HAWKS: 'Methodical' team displays magical touch ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-methodical-team-displays-magical-touch-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2009 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When asked to explain the Hawks' newfound prowess, both at Philips Arena and away from home, Joe Johnson's answer is simple.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[McDyess helps Pistons snap Magic's seven-game win streak ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/mcdyess-helps-pistons-snap-magic-s-seven-game-win-streak-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 07:15:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DPA SPORTS Basketball NBA McDyess helps Pistons snap Magic's seven-game win streakBy Paul Levine, dpa?? = ?? Los Angeles (dpa) - It was no trick. The Detroit Pistons made the Orlando Magic and their season-high seven-game winning streak disappear with tim]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[HAWKS 110, PACERS 104: Sixth in row breaks hex at Indiana ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-110-pacers-104-sixth-in-row-breaks-hex-at-indiana-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 07:15:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Indianapolis --- Josh Smith isn't sure how superstitious his Hawks teammates are, but he has a suggestion if they're looking for a magic number this season.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2008-12-31]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1759.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 07:15:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks burned the Pacers with good offensive rotations the entire night, finding the open man time after time when they needed it most. Joe Johnson insists he was just trying to be aggressive in a game that got extremely physical in the third quarter]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2008-12-31]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1760.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 07:15:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2008-12-31]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1761.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 07:15:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hawks captain Joe Johnson said the sting of being traded his rookie season has never dissipated. The coach of the Boston team that moved him conceded Tuesday that a trade that looked good at the time has turned out to be disastrous. "It was a good (move) ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 110, Pacers 104]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-110-pacers-104.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 07:15:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Johnson's stellar play is putting him in high company.The Atlanta guard scored 12 of his 27 points in the fourth quarter, including the final five of the game, and the streaking Hawks beat the Indiana Pacers 110-104 on Tuesday night."What can you say?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta has reason to embrace its Hawks ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-has-reason-to-embrace-its-hawks-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 07:15:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ATLANTA]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Johnson spurs Hawks past Pacers]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/johnson-spurs-hawks-past-pacers.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 07:15:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Johnson scored 12 of his 27 points in the fourth quarter, and the streaking Atlanta Hawks beat the Indiana Pacers 110-104 on Tuesday night.Josh Smith had 24 points, Mike Bibby scored 15 and Al Horford added 12 points and 14 rebounds for the Hawks, who]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[HAWKS REPORT  2008-12-31]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-report--1765.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 07:15:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[* PLENTY OF REGRETS: Hawks captain Joe Johnson said the sting of being traded in his rookie season has never dissipated. The coach of the Boston team at that time acknowledged Tuesday night that the trade was a disastrous move that looked good at the time]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2008-12-30]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1754.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2008 09:40:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[On paper, the Hawks' eight-game home stand looked good for a team that had to play 14 of its first 22 games this season on the road. Now that the home stand has come to an end, and the Hawks won seven of their eight games, it looks even better to coach Mi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2008-12-30]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1755.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2008 09:40:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Al Horford, like fellow starters Josh Smith and Marvin Williams, was barely a year old the last time the Hawks were this good this early in a season (they started the 1987-88 season 20-7). Hawks captain and All-Star Joe Johnson wasn't much older. But ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2008-12-30]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1756.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2008 09:40:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bulls' defense suffering with Gooden, Deng out ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/bulls-defense-suffering-with-gooden-deng-out-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Bulls certainly are capable of playing better defense than they did in a 129-117 loss to the Atlanta Hawks on Saturday, but the reality is the team's current injury situation greatly reduces its margin for error.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2008-12-29]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1748.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--As rough as the Bulls' backcourt was -- Derrick Rose and Ben Gordon combined for 60 points, including a season-high 27 from the rookie point guard Rose -- Mike Woodson's constant hammering of his players about their inept defense was even rougher. "He t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2008-12-29]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1749.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2008-12-29]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1750.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hawks point guard Mike Bibby tried to win a 3-point shooting contest at the All-Star Game once and came up short. "I'd definitely love another crack at it," said Bibby, who came into Saturday's game against Chicago at Philips Arena third in the league fro]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nuggets-Hawks Preview]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nuggets-hawks-preview.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks probably aren't looking forward to the end of their eight-game homestand and they likely were hoping to finish it without having to face Carmelo Anthony.The Hawks look to win their fifth straight Monday when they host Anthony and the Den]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A 'terrible' loss]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/a-terrible-loss.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Bulls allowed season highs in points, field-goal percentage, field goals made and assists Saturday night in their 129-117 loss to the Hawks at Philips Arena.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Johnson's big night lifts Hawks over Bulls 2008-12-28]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/johnson-s-big-night-lifts-hawks-over-bulls-1753.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Johnson scored a season-high 41 points, Josh Smith also set a season high with 24, and the Atlanta Hawks withstood Ben Gordon's 3-point barrage to beat the Chicago Bulls 129-117 on Saturday night.Johnson finished one point shy of his career high. The ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2008-12-28]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1741.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--As rough as the Bulls' backcourt was -- Derrick Rose and Ben Gordon combined for 60 points, including a season-high 27 from the rookie point guard Rose -- Mike Woodson's constant hammering of his players about their inept defense was even rougher. "He t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2008-12-28]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1742.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2008-12-28]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1743.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hawks point guard Mike Bibby tried to win a 3-point shooting contest at the All-Star Game once and came up short. "I'd definitely love another crack at it," said Bibby, who came into Saturday's game against Chicago at Philips Arena third in the league fro]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 129, Bulls 117]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-129-bulls-117.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After holding 14 of their last 15 opponents under 100 points, the Atlanta Hawks expected a low-scoring game against Chicago.When that plan failed, the Hawks seemed to enjoy a rare opportunity to change their style.Joe Johnson scored a season-high 41 point]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Johnson's big night lifts Hawks over Bulls]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/johnson-s-big-night-lifts-hawks-over-bulls.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Johnson scored a season-high 41 points, Josh Smith also set a season high with 24, and the Atlanta Hawks withstood Ben Gordon's 3-point barrage to beat the Chicago Bulls 129-117 on Saturday night.Johnson finished one point shy of his career high. The ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA 2008-12-27]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-1746.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Marvin Williams has heard the phrase so often the past three years that it's committed to memory.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bulls put together string of low points]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/bulls-put-together-string-of-low-points.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Bulls lost Luol Deng to injury, their composure to pressure and yet another chance to post their first road victory of December in a dismal 90-77 loss Friday to the Heat.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2008-12-27]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1733.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2008-12-27]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1734.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks pressured the Thunder into an 8-for-23 shooting effort (35 percent) in the fourth quarter while shooting a robust 12-for-19 (63 percent) themselves. Joe Johnson went 4-for-8 in the fourth, Marvin Williams 4-for-4 and Josh Smith a perfect 2-for]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2008-12-27]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1735.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Johnson wouldn't have believed it if he wasn't living every single joyous minute of it the Hawks' early-season joyride. Even on nights when they don't play their very best, the Hawks' captain and All-Star can enjoy the fruits of his team's labor. "It ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA 2008-12-27]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-1736.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Marvin Williams has heard the phrase so often the past three years that it's committed to memory.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Perimeter offense fails again]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/perimeter-offense-fails-again.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ATLANTA - It was the epitome of an easier-said-than-done statement. But the fact that Thunder forward and team captain Kevin Durant has recognized how much good something so simple can do spoke volumes after his team's 99-88 loss to the Atlanta Hawks on T]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[HAWKS 99, THUNDER 88]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-99-thunder-88.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ATLANTA - The sheepish smile on Joe Johnson's face suggested he knew what he had just accomplished when he found backcourt mate Mike Bibby on the baseline for a 17-foot jumper with 1:37 left to play.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bulls-Hawks Preview 2008-12-27]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/bulls-hawks-preview-1739.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Although he's not shooting well during the Atlanta Hawks' homestand, Joe Johnson is still finding ways to be successful.Johnson looks to follow up his second career triple-double on Saturday night as the Hawks host the Chicago Bulls, who will try to avoid]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[40 points in a game, now what?]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/40-points-in-a-game-now-what-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[AUBURN HILLS -- Rodney Stuckey was just minutes removed from his best scoring game as an NBA player, and already he was thinking about an encore.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2008-12-26]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1726.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2008 07:15:38 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks pressured the Thunder into an 8-for-23 shooting effort (35 percent) in the fourth quarter while shooting a robust 12-for-19 (63 percent) themselves. Joe Johnson went 4-for-8 in the fourth, Marvin Williams 4-for-4 and Josh Smith a perfect 2-for]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2008-12-26]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1727.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2008 07:15:38 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2008-12-26]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1728.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2008 07:15:38 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Johnson wouldn't have believed it if he wasn't living every single joyous minute of it the Hawks' early-season joyride. Even on nights when they don't play their very best, the Hawks' captain and All-Star can enjoy the fruits of his team's labor. "It ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Johnson's triple-double too much for Thunder 2008-12-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/johnson-s-triple-double-too-much-for-thunder-1729.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2008 07:15:38 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If only Joe Johnson had hit a few more jump shots. Maybe a higher percentage from the field would've left him satisfied after his second career triple-double.Johnson had 20 points, 11 rebounds and 11 assists for his first triple-double in nearly three ful]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Court Awareness: Sunday review 2008-12-22]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/court-awareness-sunday-review-1730.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2008 07:15:38 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Playing against good teams or bad, the Celtics just don't let up, says Erick Blasco in his review of Sunday's action.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[PRO BASKETBALL 2008-12-22]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/pro-basketball-1731.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2008 07:15:38 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[* PICK YOUR POISON: There was a time when the Detroit Pistons were the team that could beat --- inside and out --- with a lineup filled with All-Stars.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2008-12-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1721.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Dec 2008 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks pressured the Thunder into an 8-for-23 shooting effort (35 percent) in the fourth quarter while shooting a robust 12-for-19 (63 percent) themselves. Joe Johnson went 4-for-8 in the fourth, Marvin Williams 4-for-4 and Josh Smith a perfect 2-for]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2008-12-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1722.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Dec 2008 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2008-12-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1723.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Dec 2008 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Johnson wouldn't have believed it if he wasn't living every single joyous minute of it the Hawks' early-season joyride. Even on nights when they don't play their very best, the Hawks' captain and All-Star can enjoy the fruits of his team's labor. "It ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Court Awareness: Sunday review 2008-12-22]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/court-awareness-sunday-review-1724.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Dec 2008 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Playing against good teams or bad, the Celtics just don't let up, says Erick Blasco in his review of Sunday's action.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[PRO BASKETBALL 2008-12-22]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/pro-basketball-1725.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Dec 2008 07:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[* PICK YOUR POISON: There was a time when the Detroit Pistons were the team that could beat --- inside and out --- with a lineup filled with All-Stars.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2008-12-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1713.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks pressured the Thunder into an 8-for-23 shooting effort (35 percent) in the fourth quarter while shooting a robust 12-for-19 (63 percent) themselves. Joe Johnson went 4-for-8 in the fourth, Marvin Williams 4-for-4 and Josh Smith a perfect 2-for]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2008-12-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1714.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2008-12-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1715.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Johnson wouldn't have believed it if he wasn't living every single joyous minute of it the Hawks' early-season joyride. Even on nights when they don't play their very best, the Hawks' captain and All-Star can enjoy the fruits of his team's labor. "It ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[HAWKS 99, THUNDER 88: Defense seals 18th victory]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-99-thunder-88-defense-seals-18th-victory.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Eight games above .500 by Christmas Eve?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Johnson's triple-double too much for Thunder]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/johnson-s-triple-double-too-much-for-thunder.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If only Joe Johnson had hit a few more jump shots. Maybe a higher percentage from the field would've left him satisfied after his second career triple-double.Johnson had 20 points, 11 rebounds and 11 assists for his first triple-double in nearly three ful]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pistons held to 78 points ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/pistons-held-to-78-points-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ATLANTA -- TheDetroitPistons suffered another loss Sunday, this time falling 85-78 at Atlanta.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks have high expectations]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-have-high-expectations.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ATLANTA -- Expectations for the Atlanta Hawks have always been low, and rarely was there any mention of the playoffs.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Court Awareness: Sunday review 2008-12-22]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/court-awareness-sunday-review-1720.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Playing against good teams or bad, the Celtics just don't let up, says Erick Blasco in his review of Sunday's action.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2008-12-23]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1705.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--There was a time when the Detroit Pistons were the team that could beat opponents countless ways with a lineup filled with All-Stars who could work inside and out. But this is a different Pistons team now that Chauncey Billups has been traded to Denver ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2008-12-23]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1706.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2008-12-23]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1707.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks have already won four more games before Christmas than they won in coach Mike Woodson's entire first season on the job. With wins over teams such as Cleveland, Detroit, Orlando, New Orleans and Miami, the Hawks have announced their intention of ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Court Awareness: Sunday review 2008-12-22]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/court-awareness-sunday-review-1708.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Playing against good teams or bad, the Celtics just don't let up, says Erick Blasco in his review of Sunday's action.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thunder-Hawks Preview]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/thunder-hawks-preview.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks have established themselves as one of the NBA's best home teams through the first third of the season. That's been bad news for opponents with the Hawks in the midst of an eight-game stretch at Philips Arena.The Hawks try for their 10th ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who Was the Best Number 9? ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/who-was-the-best-number-9-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[PRO BASKETBALL 2008-12-22]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/pro-basketball-1711.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[* PICK YOUR POISON: There was a time when the Detroit Pistons were the team that could beat --- inside and out --- with a lineup filled with All-Stars.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bibby shows his worth against Pistons  2008-12-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/bibby-shows-his-worth-against-pistons--1712.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mike Bibby put an end to Detroit's domination of the Hawks, scoring a season-high 27 points to lead Atlanta to an 85-78 win over the Pistons on Sunday.Detroit trailed by 18 points early in the second half before launching a steady comeback in the matchup ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2008-12-22]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1696.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--There was a time when the Detroit Pistons were the team that could beat opponents countless ways with a lineup filled with All-Stars who could work inside and out. But this is a different Pistons team now that Chauncey Billups has been traded to Denver ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2008-12-22]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1697.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2008-12-22]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1698.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks have already won four more games before Christmas than they won in coach Mike Woodson's entire first season on the job. With wins over teams such as Cleveland, Detroit, Orlando, New Orleans and Miami, the Hawks have announced their intention of ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[PRO BASKETBALL 2008-12-22]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/pro-basketball-1699.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[* PICK YOUR POISON: There was a time when the Detroit Pistons were the team that could beat --- inside and out --- with a lineup filled with All-Stars.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 85, Pistons 78]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-85-pistons-78.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mike Bibby offered a shrug of indifference when asked about the Detroit Pistons' recent domination of his Atlanta Hawks.Why should Bibby care about ancient history? Bibby wasn't with the Hawks for any of those past losses to the Pistons, and the new point]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bibby shows his worth against Pistons ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/bibby-shows-his-worth-against-pistons-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mike Bibby put an end to Detroit's domination of the Hawks, scoring a season-high 27 points to lead Atlanta to an 85-78 win over the Pistons on Sunday.Detroit trailed by 18 points early in the second half before launching a steady comeback in the matchup ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celtics, Lakers setting bar high ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/celtics-lakers-setting-bar-high-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Celtics and Lakers might as well get down to the business of the NBA Finals now, so exquisite has their march been in the first quarter of the season.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marbury definitely tops the naughty list]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/marbury-definitely-tops-the-naughty-list.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In the final Hoop du Jour before Christmas, Peter Vecsey runs down his own NBA list and finds most of the names are naughty.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA INSIDER: These 5 coaches can hold court ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-insider-these-5-coaches-can-hold-court-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Much attention has been paid to the six NBA coaches who have been fired before Christmas. That's 20 percent of the league's coaches whacked before Santa shows up. The coaches chasing the Coach of the Year hardware barely get mentioned.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[REFILE (eca029) No bull, Celtics' winning streak snowballs to 17 ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/refile-eca029-no-bull-celtics-winning-streak-snowballs-to-17-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2008 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DPA SPORTS Basketball NBA REFILE (eca029) No bull, Celtics' winning streak snowballs to 17By Paul Levine, dpa Eds: Changing to a light snowstorm in lead graf?? = ?? Los Angeles (dpa) - While their city was being hit by a light winter snowstorm, the Boston]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[No bull, Celtics' winning streak snowballs to 17 ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/no-bull-celtics-winning-streak-snowballs-to-17-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2008 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DPA SPORTS Basketball NBA No bull, Celtics' winning streak snowballs to 17By Paul Levine, dpa?? = ?? Los Angeles (dpa) - While their city was being hit by a heavy winter snowstorm, the Boston Celtics' winning streak kept snowballing. ?? Sharpshooting Ray ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2008-12-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1691.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2008 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks' early-game woes from beyond the three-point line continued Friday night. The Hawks missed their first six three-point attempts of the game. G Flip Murray snapped the drought with a make from the corner with 1:11 to play in the first quarter. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2008-12-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1692.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2008 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Forward Solomon Jones, F]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2008-12-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1693.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2008 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With two opponents this weekend that look drastically different than they did the last time the Hawks saw them, the scouting reports had to be reworked for Friday's game against Golden State at Philips Arena and for Sunday afternoon's tilt against Detroit]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pistons-Hawks Preview]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/pistons-hawks-preview.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2008 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Despite owning the fourth-best record in the Eastern Conference this season, the Atlanta Hawks are far from satisfied.The Hawks hope to get off to a stronger start and avoid having to make a late comeback on Sunday when they host the Detroit Pistons.After]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[SCOREBOARD ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/scoreboard-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2008 07:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[?NBA ?Yesterday?-?Home?team?in?CAPS:?INDIANA?PACERS?109? ?lost?to?LA?Clippers?117;?OT?WASHINGTON?WIZARDS?103?lost? ?to?Philadelphia?76ers?109;?MEMPHIS?GRIZZLIES?83?Charlotte? ?Bobcats?lost?to?112;?OKLAHOMA?CITY?Thunder?91?bt? ? Toronto? Raptors?83;?ATLANT]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2008-12-20]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1680.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks' early-game woes from beyond the three-point line continued Friday night. The Hawks missed their first six three-point attempts of the game. G Flip Murray snapped the drought with a make from the corner with 1:11 to play in the first quarter. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2008-12-20]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1681.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Forward Solomon Jones, F]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2008-12-20]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1682.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With two opponents this weekend that look drastically different than they did the last time the Hawks saw them, the scouting reports had to be reworked for Friday's game against Golden State at Philips Arena and for Sunday afternoon's tilt against Detroit]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 115, Warriors 99]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-115-warriors-99.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Expectations are changing for the Atlanta Hawks, who won a game by 16 points and then said it wasn't good enough.Flip Murray scored 14 of his 20 points in the fourth quarter to help the Hawks beat the Golden State Warriors 115-99 on Friday night.The Warri]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[HYPE & HOOPS ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hype-hoops-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The NBA is the league of stars who name themselves after superheroes, embrace monikers of royalty or simply choose to go by their initials. For all of the NBA's unique quirks, it has its definite hits and misses. Here is a look at those who are keeping th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Big 4th quarter carries Hawks past Warriors]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/big-4th-quarter-carries-hawks-past-warriors.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Flip Murray scored 14 of his 20 points in the fourth quarter to help the Atlanta Hawks beat the Golden State Warriors 115-99 on Friday night.The Warriors fell to 3-13 on the road with their fifth straight loss overall, but they held slim leads at halftime]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teams look to C's day]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/teams-look-to-c-s-day.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[They have played the second-most games (26) in the league and have won three more games (24) than the teams with the next best total - the Lakers and Cavaliers.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[CELTICS NOTEBOOK]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/celtics-notebook.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ATLANTA - Now that has a place in NBA Finals lore, Celtics coach has an automatic joke whenever his captain gets hurt.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[CELTICS NOTEBOOK 2008-12-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/celtics-notebook-1688.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ATLANTA - Now that has a place in NBA Finals lore, Celtics coach has an automatic joke whenever his captain gets hurt.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Garnett sparks surging Celtics to 16th consecutive win ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/garnett-sparks-surging-celtics-to-16th-consecutive-win-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DPA SPORTS Basketball NBA Garnett sparks surging Celtics to 16th consecutive winBy Paul Levine, dpa?? = ?? Los Angeles (dpa) - "The Big Ticket" had a big hand as the Boston Celtics turned Sweet 16. ?? Kevin Garnett scored 10 of his 18 points in the final ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2008-12-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1674.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Mo Evans, Forward-Center Zaza Pachulia. PLAYER NOTES:  --G Mike Bibby s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2008-12-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1675.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--G Ray Allen's free throws with 0.7 seconds to play put the finishing touches on the Celtics' 16th straight win, snapping the Hawks' three-game win streak and handing them just their second home loss in their last 14 games dating back to the playoffs.And]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2008-12-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1676.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If the Hawks-Celtics' saga wasn't a rivalry before Wednesday, Hawks captain Joe Johnson is convinced now that it can't be categorized any other way.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warriors-Hawks Preview]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/warriors-hawks-preview.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Coming off their worst shooting performance of the season, the Atlanta Hawks should have an easier time finding the bottom of the net on Friday against one of the league's worst defensive teams.The Hawks will look to regain their edge at Philips Arena as ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Soar spot - Celtics stay on a high (16) with victory in Atlanta ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/soar-spot-celtics-stay-on-a-high-16-with-victory-in-atlanta-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Celtics 88]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Court Awareness: Wednesday Review 2008-12-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/court-awareness-wednesday-review-1679.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Celtics added to their astounding win total, but Andrew Ungvari isn't ready to start talking 70 wins just yet. Check out his full Wednesday review.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2008-12-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1664.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--G Ray Allen's free throws with 0.7 seconds to play put the finishing touches on the Celtics' 16th straight win, snapping the Hawks' three-game win streak and handing them just their second home loss in their last 14 games dating back to the playoffs.And]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2008-12-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1665.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Mo Evans, Forward-Center Zaza Pachulia. PLAYER NOTES:  --G Mike Bibby s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2008-12-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1666.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If the Hawks-Celtics' saga wasn't a rivalry before Wednesday, Hawks captain Joe Johnson is convinced now that it can't be categorized any other way.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celebrity hype largely unneeded ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/celebrity-hype-largely-unneeded-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The hype for the Hawks-Celtics showdown started more than an hour before tip-off.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks close to being title contender]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-close-to-being-title-contender.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks fell short against the Celtics Wednesday. But Atlanta showed Charley Rosen it'll be a title contender in the near future.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celtics 88, Hawks 85]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/celtics-88-hawks-85.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Boston Celtics looked to Kevin Garnett in the fourth quarter.Garnett scored 10 of his 18 points in the final quarter, and Atlanta's Joe Johnson missed a late free throw that would have tied it, helping the Celtics beat the Hawks 88-85 on Wednesday nig]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celtics nip Hawks, extend win streak to 16]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/celtics-nip-hawks-extend-win-streak-to-16.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Kevin Garnett scored 10 of his 18 points in the final quarter, and Atlanta's Joe Johnson missed a late free throw that would have tied it, helping the Boston Celtics beat the Hawks 88-85 on Wednesday night for their 16th straight victory.After Johnson mis]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Adding web of intrigue Celtics clicking, and so are Hawks ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/adding-web-of-intrigue-celtics-clicking-and-so-are-hawks-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hawks.com currently offers a chance to watch highlights from last season's Celtics-Hawks playoff series. The video describes tonight's game in Atlanta as a "renewed rivalry." If you didn't know better, you would have thought the Hawks won the first-round ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[These coaches won't get canned (for now)]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/these-coaches-won-t-get-canned-for-now-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With six coaches already out of work this year, Randy Hill felt compelled to praise the guys who've earned a little job security.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2008-12-17]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1656.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2008-12-17]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1657.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--While it's fun for some to scan the Hawks' December schedule for highlights during their eight-game homestand, coach Mike Woodson's focus is much tighter. He's not looking anywhere beyond the opponent at hand. That's why any discussion about Wednesday's]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2008-12-17]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1658.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks have played well both at home and on the road this season. But there's no doubt they're thrilled to be on their home floor for their current eight-game homestand, particularly for Wednesday's game against Boston, the team against which the Hawks]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celtics-Hawks Preview 2008-12-17]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/celtics-hawks-preview-1659.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks have established Philips Arena as one of the NBA's toughest venues to visit this season, winning nine of their first 10 home games - including the last seven.That shouldn't come as much surprise to the Boston Celtics.The defending NBA ch]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gone with the wind]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/gone-with-the-wind.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Atlanta - The Cavaliers finally got to play in a close game and, as it turned out, finally got a loss.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Suspect in the first 24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/suspect-in-the-first-24.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ANALYSIS]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 83, Bobcats 79]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-83-bobcats-79.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks were fortunate that they were at home and the opponent was the struggling Charlotte Bobcats.Joe Johnson scored 18 of his 28 points in the second half to lead the Hawks to an 83-79 victory over Charlotte on Monday night, extending the Bob]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Johnson, Hawks handle fading Bobcats]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/johnson-hawks-handle-fading-bobcats.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Johnson scored 18 of his 28 points in the second half to lead the Atlanta Hawks to an 83-79 victory over Charlotte on Monday night, extending the Bobcats' losing streak to seven.Al Horford added 12 points and 14 rebounds for Atlanta (15-9), which won ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta wins despite Diaw's 25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-wins-despite-diaw-s-25.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2008 12:30:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ATLANTA The first half showed theCharlotteBobcats how they should play.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2008-12-15]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1647.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2008-12-15]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1648.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Philadelphia's firing of Mo Cheeks on Saturday morning made him the fifth NBA coach to be fired this season. That's a staggering number of firings before Christmas. "It doesn't make any sense," said Hawks coach Mike Woodson, who signed a two-year contra]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2008-12-15]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1649.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks' first home game in more than a week couldn't have come at a better time. Counting the preseason, the Hawks have already had three road trips of at least a week or longer. "I almost forgot what my place looks like," said Marvin Williams, who ush]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bobcats-Hawks Preview 2008-12-14]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/bobcats-hawks-preview-1650.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Opening its eight-game homestand with a victory against one the league's top teams was a great confidence boost for Atlanta.With six straight losses and a retooled lineup, Charlotte hasn't enjoyed much of that lately.On Monday night, Atlanta will go for i]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[PRO BASKETBALL 2008-12-14]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/pro-basketball-1651.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[* ANOTHER ONE BITES THE DUST: Philadelphia's firing of Mo Cheeks Saturday made him the fifth NBA coach to be fired this season.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[PRO BASKETBALL 2008-12-14]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/pro-basketball-1652.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Gaze at LeBron James long enough and it's easy to forget that the Cleveland Cavaliers superstar plays with four other guys on the floor at all times.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celtics squash Hornets, extend winning streak to 14 ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/celtics-squash-hornets-extend-winning-streak-to-14-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DPA SPORTS Basketball NBA Celtics squash Hornets, extend winning streak to 14By Paul Levine, dpa?? = ?? Los Angeles (dpa) - After taking care of some unfinished business, the Boston Celtics went about their recent business as usual. ?? Paul Pierce scored ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Udrih's grade to date -- pass/fail]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/udrih-s-grade-to-date-pass/fail.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It was a worthy goal.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2008-12-14]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1638.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Philadelphia's firing of Mo Cheeks on Saturday morning made him the fifth NBA coach to be fired this season. That's a staggering number of firings before Christmas. "It doesn't make any sense," said Hawks coach Mike Woodson, who signed a two-year contra]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2008-12-14]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1639.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2008-12-14]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1640.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks' first home game in more than a week couldn't have come at a better time. Counting the preseason, the Hawks have already had three road trips of at least a week or longer. "I almost forgot what my place looks like," said Marvin Williams, who ush]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 97, Cavaliers 92]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-97-cavaliers-92.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mike Bibby had a message for all those ambivalent Hawks fans in Atlanta."I didn't come to watch LeBron James," Bibby said. "I came to play."Bibby scored 24 points, Marvin Williams hit the clinching free throws, and Atlanta snapped the Cleveland Cavaliers']]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks halt Cavs' win streak at 11]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-halt-cavs-win-streak-at-11.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mike Bibby scored 24 points, Marvin Williams hit the clinching free throws, and the Atlanta Hawks snapped the Cleveland Cavaliers' 11-game winning streak with a 97-92 victory Saturday night.LeBron James had 33 points and nine assists for the Cavs, who ove]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meltdown follows hot start in Heat loss ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/meltdown-follows-hot-start-in-heat-loss-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Dec. 12--MIAMI -- The first 4 1/2 minutes were as good as it gets.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks snap 3-game losing streak vs. Heat 2008-12-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-snap-3-game-losing-streak-vs-heat-1644.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Miami Heat got off to their best start of the season, an 11-0 blitz that had Atlanta guard Mike Bibby slamming the ball down in disgust.From there, nearly everything went the Hawks' way.Joe Johnson scored 21 points, Bibby and Josh Smith each added 15,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA 2008-12-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-1645.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[* CANNY PREDICTION: Don't count Hawks swingman Mo Evans among the people surprised to see both Dwyane Wade and LeBron James playing at supernatural levels.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Court Awareness: Wednesday Review 2008-12-11]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/court-awareness-wednesday-review-1646.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For one quarter, Carmelo Anthony played ball like only one other man ever has. Andrew Ungvari reviews Wednesday's action.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2008-12-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1631.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Don't count Hawks swingman Mo Evans among the people surprised to see both Dwyane Wade and LeBron James playing at near-supernatural levels so far this season. He saw it coming during the Olympics, when Wade and James helped the U.S. team to the gold me]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2008-12-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1632.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Forward Solomon Jones, F]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2008-12-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1633.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If a little late-game benching was all it took to wake Josh Smith up, Hawks coach Mike Woodson should have done it a week ago. Smith was on the bench late in a loss to the Spurs Wednesday night, penance for his late-game mishaps in losses to Dallas and Ho]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cavaliers-Hawks Preview]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/cavaliers-hawks-preview.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A victory over the Atlanta Hawks three weeks ago helped the Cleveland Cavaliers bounce back from a disappointing defeat.The Cavaliers haven't lost since, and even more impressive than their streak has been the fashion in which they've won.Cleveland looks ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks snap 3-game losing streak vs. Heat]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-snap-3-game-losing-streak-vs-heat.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Miami Heat got off to their best start of the season, an 11-0 blitz that had Atlanta guard Mike Bibby slamming the ball down in disgust.From there, nearly everything went the Hawks' way.Joe Johnson scored 21 points, Bibby and Josh Smith each added 15,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Court Awareness: Wednesday Review 2008-12-11]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/court-awareness-wednesday-review-1636.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For one quarter, Carmelo Anthony played ball like only one other man ever has. Andrew Ungvari reviews Wednesday's action.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spurs fight off fatigue, Hawks, in courageous display 2008-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/spurs-fight-off-fatigue-hawks-in-courageous-display-1637.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Through sheer guts, the Spurs found a way to win Wednesday. Charley Rosen says this grit will serve them well going forward.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2008-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1624.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 07:15:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Now that his team is finally all grown up in the experience department, Hawks coach Mike Woodson insists that they do the same with their actions on the court. He's seen too much inattention detail lately, and it has cost his team during this road trip,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2008-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1625.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 07:15:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mo Evans, Forward/center Zaza Pachulia. PLAYER NOTES]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2008-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1626.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 07:15:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[That lethargic look is back. That vacant look is back. Those Hawks from a year ago are back, too. Not the Hawks that played Boston off their feet in the playoffs. The Hawks that barely found a way into the playoffs, the disjointed crew that shows up when ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Heat Preview 2008-12-11]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-heat-preview-1627.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 07:15:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks are lacking a go-to player, someone they can look to for a big basket when the game's on the line. There aren't many players better at filling that role than Miami Heat star Dwyane Wade.Coming off another clutch performance, Wade looks t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Court Awareness: Wednesday Review 2008-12-11]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/court-awareness-wednesday-review-1628.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 07:15:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For one quarter, Carmelo Anthony played ball like only one other man ever has. Andrew Ungvari reviews Wednesday's action.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spurs fight off fatigue, Hawks, in courageous display]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/spurs-fight-off-fatigue-hawks-in-courageous-display.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 07:15:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Through sheer guts, the Spurs found a way to win Wednesday. Charley Rosen says this grit will serve them well going forward.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ginobili, as sixth man, leads Spurs past Hawks 2008-12-11]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/ginobili-as-sixth-man-leads-spurs-past-hawks-1630.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 07:15:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manu Ginobili scored 27 points in a return to his sixth-man role to help the San Antonio Spurs beat the Atlanta Hawks 95-89 on Wednesday night for their fourth straight victory.Ginobili, the NBA's Sixth Man of the Year last season, scored 14 points in the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Duncan drops in 32, Spurs down Mavs in double overtime thriller ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/duncan-drops-in-32-spurs-down-mavs-in-double-overtime-thriller-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DPA SPORTS Basketball NBA Duncan drops in 32, Spurs down Mavs in double overtime thrillerBy Paul Levine, dpa?? = ?? 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PLAYER NOTES]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2008-12-11]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1618.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[That lethargic look is back. That vacant look is back. Those Hawks from a year ago are back, too. Not the Hawks that played Boston off their feet in the playoffs. The Hawks that barely found a way into the playoffs, the disjointed crew that shows up when ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2008-12-11]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1619.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Now that his team is finally all grown up in the experience department, Hawks coach Mike Woodson insists that they do the same with their actions on the court. He's seen too much inattention detail lately, and it has cost his team during this road trip,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spurs won despite being off their game]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/spurs-won-despite-being-off-their-game.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Through sheer guts, the Spurs found a way to win Wednesday. Charley Rosen says this grit will serve them well going forward.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spurs 95, Hawks 89]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/spurs-95-hawks-89.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 07:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Sometimes Manu Ginobili enjoys the thought of coming off the bench. 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It was the 14th game this season the Hawks have played without Horford or Josh Smith, the only two starters on the team to have mi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2008-12-10]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1608.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2008-12-10]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1609.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Johnson's sole focus isn't on the San Antonio Spurs, Miami Heat or any other one team on the Hawks' schedule. That focus is reserved for another team that Johnson wants to keep an eye on: his own. The Hawks' captain is locked in on his own crew, tryin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKETS 92, HAWKS 84: Cold streak in Texas extends ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-92-hawks-84-cold-streak-in-texas-extends-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Houston --- Three-and-half quarters of quality work won't get the job done in the NBA.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Spurs Preview]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-spurs-preview.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Facing the Atlanta Hawks could be just what the San Antonio Spurs need to match their longest winning streak of the season.The surging Spurs pursue that goal on Wednesday night as they try for their fifth straight overall victory and their 11th in a row a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockets 92, Hawks 84]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/rockets-92-hawks-84.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Houston Rockets blew a big lead, then relied on Yao Ming to lead the winning rally on Tuesday night.Yao scored 24 points and grabbed a season-high 19 rebounds, and the Rockets came back from eight points down in the fourth quarter to beat the Atlanta ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yao ignites late rally for Rockets ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/yao-ignites-late-rally-for-rockets-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Yao Ming scored 24 points and grabbed a season-high 19 rebounds, and the Houston Rockets rallied in the fourth quarter to beat the Atlanta Hawks 92-84 on Tuesday night.Luis Scola added 12 points and 10 rebounds, Ron Artest scored 19 and the Rockets outreb]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[TONIGHT: ATLANTA HAWKS at ROCKETS ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/tonight-atlanta-hawks-at-rockets-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When/where: 7:30 p.m.; Toyota Center.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2008-12-09]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1600.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Zaza Pachulia replaced Al Horford in the Hawks' starting lineup just minutes before the start of Saturday's game against Dallas at American Airlines Center. Horford turned his right ankle in the second half of Friday's win over New York at Philips Arena]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2008-12-09]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1601.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2008-12-09]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1602.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With a week packed with travel and back-to-back games, one of coach Mike Woodson's biggest chores will be trying to strike the right balance between work time and rest time for his team. The Hawks play on Tuesday at Houston and then Wednesday at San Anton]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Rockets Preview]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-rockets-preview.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Injuries have long stood between the Houston Rockets and the kind of success they thought they could achieve. They hope their inability to stay healthy doesn't interfere with their dominance of the Atlanta Hawks in Houston.After Ron Artest joined the team]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[HAWKS: Johnson wants to find that early-season 'vibe' ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-johnson-wants-to-find-that-early-season-vibe-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Houston --- Joe Johnson's focus isn't on the Houston Rockets, San Antonio Spurs or any other team on the Hawks' upcoming schedule.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Barea helps Mavs hold off Hawks 2008-12-07]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/barea-helps-mavs-hold-off-hawks-1605.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jose Barea saw the shot clock running down and a small opening toward the basket.The 6-foot guard drove down the baseline, challenged a pair of much taller defenders and spun in an improbable reverse layup with his left hand that rolled around the rim bef]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA: Notes ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-notes-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[BOSTON Celtics]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2008-12-08]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1594.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Zaza Pachulia replaced Al Horford in the Hawks' starting lineup just minutes before the start of Saturday's game against Dallas at American Airlines Center. Horford turned his right ankle in the second half of Friday's win over New York at Philips Arena]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2008-12-08]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1595.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2008-12-08]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1596.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With a week packed with travel and back-to-back games, one of coach Mike Woodson's biggest chores will be trying to strike the right balance between work time and rest time for his team. The Hawks play on Tuesday at Houston and then Wednesday at San Anton]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[HOW DO YOU LIKE ME NOW? Today: Bob Reinhart]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/how-do-you-like-me-now-today-bob-reinhart.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Claim to fame: He coached Decatur High to three state championships, brought respect and the first NCAA tournament berth to Georgia State's men's Basketball team and was an assistant coach for the Hawks when Mike Fratello was the head coach. He has scoute]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Barea helps Mavs hold off Hawks 2008-12-07]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/barea-helps-mavs-hold-off-hawks-1598.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jose Barea saw the shot clock running down and a small opening toward the basket.The 6-foot guard drove down the baseline, challenged a pair of much taller defenders and spun in an improbable reverse layup with his left hand that rolled around the rim bef]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks edge Knicks on Harrington's miss 2008-12-06]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-edge-knicks-on-harrington-s-miss-1599.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Marvin Williams scored 18 points, and the Atlanta Hawks beat New York 98-95 on Friday night, avoiding overtime when the Knicks' Al Harrington missed a last-second 3-pointer.Joe Johnson added 17 points for Atlanta, and Josh Smith had 16.Harrington led New ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2008-12-07]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1587.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Zaza Pachulia replaced Al Horford in the Hawks' starting lineup just minutes before the start of Saturday's game against Dallas at American Airlines Center. Horford turned his right ankle in the second half of Friday's win over New York at Philips Arena]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2008-12-07]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1588.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. 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The Hawks play on Tuesday at Houston and then Wednesday at San Anton]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Barea helps Mavs hold off Hawks]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/barea-helps-mavs-hold-off-hawks.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jose Barea saw the shot clock running down and a small opening toward the basket.The 6-foot guard drove down the baseline, challenged a pair of much taller defenders and spun in an improbable reverse layup with his left hand that rolled around the rim bef]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks edge Knicks on Harrington's miss 2008-12-06]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-edge-knicks-on-harrington-s-miss-1591.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Marvin Williams scored 18 points, and the Atlanta Hawks beat New York 98-95 on Friday night, avoiding overtime when the Knicks' Al Harrington missed a last-second 3-pointer.Joe Johnson added 17 points for Atlanta, and Josh Smith had 16.Harrington led New ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[FRIDAY'S RESULTS ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/friday-s-results-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[RESULT, QUICK HIT]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[HAWKS 98, KNICKS 95: Hosts earn some love from crowd ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-98-knicks-95-hosts-earn-some-love-from-crowd-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The transformation continued Friday night at Philips Arena, where the overwhelming majority of those among the 16,366 kept acknowledging that the Hawks are the home team and the Knicks aren't from around these parts.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2008-12-06]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1578.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2008-12-06]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1579.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Instead of pounding the undermanned Knicks inside, the Hawks tried to shoot their way out a three-point shooting slump and ended up giving the Knicks life in the process.A 10-point lead, 84-74, early in the fourth quarter was down to one twice in the fi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2008-12-06]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1580.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The next time the Hawks win a game in Texas will be the first time they've done it during Mike Woodson's four-plus year tenure as coach. The Hawks' last win in the Lone Star State was March 17, 2004 in Dallas, where they play tonight. That's a stretch of ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Mavericks Preview]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-mavericks-preview.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Although the Dallas Mavericks have had one of the best home records in the NBA over the last few years, they were unable to rely on that success earlier this season.Having put their slow start behind them, the Mavericks continue their season-high seven-ga]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 98, Knicks 95]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-98-knicks-95.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[No team takes more 3-pointers than the New York Knicks.The Atlanta Hawks tried to keep pace, and it almost cost them the game.The Hawks made only five of a season-high 26 3-pointers, but escaped with a 98-95 victory over the Knicks on Friday night when Ne]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks edge Knicks on Harrington's miss]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-edge-knicks-on-harrington-s-miss.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Marvin Williams scored 18 points, and the Atlanta Hawks beat New York 98-95 on Friday night, avoiding overtime when the Knicks' Al Harrington missed a last-second 3-pointer.Joe Johnson added 17 points for Atlanta, and Josh Smith had 16.Harrington led New ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[HAWKS 98, KNICKS 95: Tougher win than it had to be ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-98-knicks-95-tougher-win-than-it-had-to-be-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks are apparently as stubborn as they are tough at Philips Arena this season.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Veterans helped groom 'babies']]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/veterans-helped-groom-babies-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Al Harrington knows what it's like to be a veteran in a locker room full of young players, each searching for answers during tumultuous times.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Court Awareness: Wednesday Review 2008-12-04]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/court-awareness-wednesday-review-1586.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rajon Rondo had a big night. But Chris Paul always has a big night. Andrew Ungvari reviews Wednesday's action.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2008-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1571.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The invitations won't go out for at least a month or so, but if Hawks forward Marvin Williams gets an offer to participate in the three-point shooting contest during All-Star Weekend, he'll gladly accept. After making just one of his 10 three-point atte]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2008-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1572.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Forward Solomon Jones, F]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2008-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1573.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Just how deep are the Hawks this season? 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But Chris Paul always has a big night. Andrew Ungvari reviews Wednesday's action.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks get past Grizzlies in Smith's return 2008-12-04]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-get-past-grizzlies-in-smith-s-return-1576.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Johnson scored 26 points, and Mike Bibby had 20 points and 10 assists in the Atlanta Hawks' 105-95 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday night.The Hawks, who have won three of four and five of seven, welcomed back Josh Smith after their $58 ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[BASKETBALL ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/basketball-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[NBA]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2008-12-04]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1562.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Forward Solomon Jones, F]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2008-12-04]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1563.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Just how deep are the Hawks this season? Two guys who didn't even play in the Hawks' last game opened and closed the action for the Hawks, who got a balanced scoring effort with all five starters in double-figures and with at least four assists, in a win ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2008-12-04]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1564.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The invitations won't go out for at least a month or so, but if Hawks forward Marvin Williams gets an offer to participate in the three-point shooting contest during All-Star Weekend, he'll gladly accept. After making just one of his 10 three-point atte]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 105, Grizzlies 95]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-105-grizzlies-95.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Josh Smith wasted no time asserting himself after missing the past 12 games with an ankle sprain.The Atlanta Hawks' fourth-year forward stole a pass from Memphis rookie O.J. Mayo a few seconds after tip-off, passing to Joe Johnson for an easy layup."I kne]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks get past Grizzlies in Smith's return]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-get-past-grizzlies-in-smith-s-return.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Johnson scored 26 points, and Mike Bibby had 20 points and 10 assists in the Atlanta Hawks' 105-95 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday night.The Hawks, who have won three of four and five of seven, welcomed back Josh Smith after their $58 ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Josh Smith returns after missing 12 games]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/josh-smith-returns-after-missing-12-games.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks forward Josh Smith returned to the lineup Wednesday after missing 12 games with a sprained ankle.The Hawks were playing Memphis, which signed Smith to a five-year, $58 million offer sheet four months ago. Atlanta matched the offer to keep Sm]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2008-12-04]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/-1568.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When: Today, 11 a.m.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[BEASLEY GIVING BENCH A SPARK ON OFFENSE ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/beasley-giving-bench-a-spark-on-offense-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mike-rowave was heating up again in the second quarter Monday night. Then, after he simmered in the third and fourth quarters, he powered up when needed most in overtime.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[HAWKS: Smith's return fills inside void ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-smith-s-return-fills-inside-void-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After spending nearly every moment of the past three weeks plotting his return from a high ankle sprain, the last thing Hawks forward Josh Smith wants to do tonight is rush things.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2008-12-03]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1556.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2008-12-03]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1557.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Georgia Tech's stunning 45-42 win over Georgia on Saturday sent shockwaves all the way to Washington. Hawks guard and Tech alum Mario West was all smiles before the game against the Wizards. "I watched the game in my hotel room and I was hollering like ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2008-12-03]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1558.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hawks forward Josh Smith had designs on an early return from the 12-game layoff caused by the high left ankle sprain he suffered Nov. 7 against Toronto. He wanted to play against Washington on Saturday night at Verizon Center but said it was decided that ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Grizzlies-Hawks Preview]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/grizzlies-hawks-preview.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Nearly four weeks have passed since the Atlanta Hawks earned a comfortable victory. Perhaps it's no coincidence that Josh Smith has been out just as long.Smith is expected to return to the lineup Wednesday, and the Hawks will look to take advantage at hom]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sir Charles was right about King James]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/sir-charles-was-right-about-king-james.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With rumors still swirling on the eve of another Knicks-Cavs showdown, Peter Vecsey is siding with Sir Charles over King James.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Around the league - Knicks light up MSG board ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/around-the-league-knicks-light-up-msg-board-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Knicks 138, Warriors 125]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2008-12-02]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1551.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2008 07:15:52 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Georgia Tech's stunning 45-42 win over Georgia on Saturday sent shockwaves all the way to Washington. 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He wanted to play against Washington on Saturday night at Verizon Center but said it was decided that ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wizards continue to play same tune ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/wizards-continue-to-play-same-tune-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2008 07:15:52 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The broken record that is the Washington Wizards' season continued to play on Saturday night as the downtrodden team fell 102-98 to the visiting Atlanta Hawks after continuing every negative trend that has plagued it during a franchise record-tying 2-12 s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[TOTALLY RANDOM]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/totally-random.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2008 07:15:52 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[You know what they say about the Toronto Raptors' Chris Bosh: You can't stop him, but you can keep him contained in an elevator in his Toronto condo for nearly an hour.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2008-12-01]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1542.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Georgia Tech's stunning 45-42 win over Georgia on Saturday sent shockwaves all the way to Washington. 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He wanted to play against Washington on Saturday night at Verizon Center but said it was decided that ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Record half propels Knicks ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/record-half-propels-knicks-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chris Duhon had a franchise-record 22 assists, David Lee had career highs of 37 points and 21 rebounds, and the New York Knicks rang up a record-setting 82 points in the first half in a 138-125 victory over Golden State on Saturday night.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Butler, Jamison search for help ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/butler-jamison-search-for-help-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orlando Magic dominated the Washington Wizards in a 105-90 victory at Verizon Center on Thursday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NO HEADLINE ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/no-headline-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[SATURDAY'S RESULTS]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hurts so bad: All NBA teams have injuries, but some teams have more problems than others ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hurts-so-bad-all-nba-teams-have-injuries-but-some-teams-have-more-problems-than-others-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Vinny Del Negro's Chicago Bulls did something no other NBA team has been able to do this season on Monday night. They beat the Utah Jazz at EnergySolutions Arena.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA INSIDER: Stars align in free agency ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-insider-stars-align-in-free-agency-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Teams --- mainly the New York Knicks --- continue to rearrange their payroll responsibilities in anticipation of the NBA's celebrated free-agent class of 2010. It's clear that LeBron James isn't the only apple of someone's eye.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[HAWKS 102, WIZARDS 98: Bibby bars the door ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-102-wizards-98-bibby-bars-the-door-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2008 07:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Washington --- The Hawks are still getting the hang of this winning-on-the-road thing.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2008-11-30]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1534.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2008 07:15:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. 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"I watched the game in my hotel room and I was hollering like ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2008-11-30]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1536.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2008 07:15:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hawks forward Josh Smith had designs on an early return from the 12-game layoff caused by the high left ankle sprain he suffered Nov. 7 against Toronto. He wanted to play against Washington on Saturday night at Verizon Center but said it was decided that ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 102, Wizards 98]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-102-wizards-98.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2008 07:15:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks were finally able to breathe easily.After nearly frittering away a 17-point third-quarter lead, the Hawks were able to squeeze by the Washington Wizards, thanks to Al Horford's three-point play with 12.4 seconds remaining.Horford's big p]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks hang on after blowing big lead]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-hang-on-after-blowing-big-lead.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2008 07:15:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Al Horford's three-point play with 12.4 seconds remaining broke a tie in the Atlanta Hawks' 102-98 victory over the Washington Wizards on Saturday night.Washington's Caron Butler hit a 3-pointer with 1:10 to play to tie it at 98 after Atlanta had a 17-poi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Monarchs Start On Right Foot]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/monarchs-start-on-right-foot.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2008 07:15:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Maybe things are starting to settle down.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[On the NBA: Rhode Island tops Penn St. ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/on-the-nba-rhode-island-tops-penn-st-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2008 07:15:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jimmy Baron scored 20 points, including four crucial free throws in the last 12.6 seconds, as Rhode Island defeated Penn State, 77-72, last night in the third game of the eight-team Philly Hoop Group Classic at the Palestra.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bosh scores 30 to lead Raptors over Hawks 2008-11-29]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/bosh-scores-30-to-lead-raptors-over-hawks-1541.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2008 07:15:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chris Bosh had 30 points and 10 rebounds, Jason Kapono scored 16 points and the Toronto Raptors beat the Atlanta Hawks 93-88 on Friday night.Joey Graham added 11 points and Jamario Moon had 10 for Toronto, with guard Jose Calderon picking up 11 assists.Mi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2008-11-29]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1527.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Nov 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--F Josh Smith was confined to strictly treadmill workouts before Thursday, the result of the high left ankle sprain he suffered in a Nov. 7 win over Toronto at Philips Arena. While Smith won't suit up for Saturday's game in Washington, he's at least back]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2008-11-29]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1528.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Nov 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Al Horford, Center Zaza Pachulia. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mo Evans, Forward Solomon Jones. PLAYER NOTES:  -]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2008-11-29]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1529.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Nov 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Acie Law IV knows he has to seize whatever opportunities come his way this season. That's why he's quick off the bench when his name is called and eager as ever to get in the mix on a team that's played pretty good basketball without huge contributions fr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Wizards Preview 2008-11-29]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-wizards-preview-1530.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Nov 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ed Tapscott didn't expect all of his games as coach of the Washington Wizards to go as well as his first one. He also has to hope they don't go as badly as the second one did.The new coach of the worst team in the Eastern Conference looks to surpass the n]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Raptors 93, Hawks 88]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/raptors-93-hawks-88.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Nov 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[About the only opponent Chris Bosh couldn't beat Friday night was the elevator in his condominium.Bosh had 30 points and 10 rebounds, Jason Kapono scored a season-high 16 points and the Toronto Raptors beat the Atlanta Hawks 93-88.Joey Graham added 11 poi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bosh scores 30 to lead Raptors over Hawks]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/bosh-scores-30-to-lead-raptors-over-hawks.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Nov 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chris Bosh had 30 points and 10 rebounds, Jason Kapono scored 16 points and the Toronto Raptors beat the Atlanta Hawks 93-88 on Friday night.Joey Graham added 11 points and Jamario Moon had 10 for Toronto, with guard Jose Calderon picking up 11 assists.Mi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Around the league / Balanced Celtics outlast Warriors ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/around-the-league-/-balanced-celtics-outlast-warriors-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Nov 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Celtics 119, Warriors 111]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2008-11-28]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1518.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Working on Thanksgiving morning didn't exactly ruin the holiday plans any of the Hawks had with their families. That was done already. Having to travel later in the day made dinner plans pretty much useless since the team will be in Toronto shortly afte]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2008-11-28]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1519.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Al Horford, Center Zaza Pachulia. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mo Evans, Forward Solomon Jones. PLAYER NOTES:  -]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2008-11-28]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1520.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The surest sign that Josh Smith is officially on his way back to the Hawks' active roster is his addition to the team's travel list for this weekend's doubleheader in Toronto (Friday) and Washington (Saturday). Smith hasn't been on the road since sufferin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[HAWKS 102, BUCKS 96  Coming up short again  Near-misses frustrating Skiles, players ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-102-bucks-96-coming-up-short-again-near-misses-frustrating-skiles-players-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Atlanta - The Milwaukee Bucks faced the grim reality of the situation Wednesday night after their 102-96 loss to the Atlanta Hawks at Philips Arena.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[GAME REPORT  HAWKS 102, BUCKS 96 ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/game-report-hawks-102-bucks-96-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ON THE COURT]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Court Awareness: Wednesday Review 2008-11-27]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/court-awareness-wednesday-review-1523.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Magic won away from home Wednesday, and they weren't alone. Andrew Ungvari says it's an NBA trend this season.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Raptors Preview]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-raptors-preview.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It doesn't seem like there'd be a lot of room for improvement for a player who's led his team in scoring and rebounding in three consecutive All-Star seasons. With his play in 2008-09, however, Toronto Raptors forward Chris Bosh is proving otherwise.After]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[HAWKS 102, BUCKS 96: Winners muscle up at home ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-102-bucks-96-winners-muscle-up-at-home-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Forget just making the playoffs for a second straight season.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Celtics 119, Warriors 111]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2008-11-27]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1509.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Working on Thanksgiving morning didn't exactly ruin the holiday plans any of the Hawks had with their families. That was done already. Having to travel later in the day made dinner plans pretty much useless since the team will be in Toronto shortly afte]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2008-11-27]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1510.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Al Horford, Center Zaza Pachulia. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mo Evans, Forward Solomon Jones. PLAYER NOTES:  -]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2008-11-27]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1511.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The surest sign that Josh Smith is officially on his way back to the Hawks' active roster is his addition to the team's travel list for this weekend's doubleheader in Toronto (Friday) and Washington (Saturday). Smith hasn't been on the road since sufferin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks 102, Bucks 96]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-102-bucks-96.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Johnson was the center of the Atlanta offense, even as the team's fifth-leading scorer.Johnson scored only 15 points, but his nine assists helped set up Al Horford and other scorers as the Hawks beat the Milwaukee Bucks 102-96 on Wednesday night.Horfo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Horford powers Hawks over Bucks]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/horford-powers-hawks-over-bucks.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Al Horford scored 21 points and converted a key three-point play to protect a late lead, leading the Atlanta Hawks to a 102-96 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks on Wednesday night.Atlanta led by only two points when Horford's three-point play pushed the le]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[GAME PREVIEW  BUCKS VS. HAWKS ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/game-preview-bucks-vs-hawks-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[UP NEXT]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bucks' Bogut held out with bruised knee]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/bucks-bogut-held-out-with-bruised-knee.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Milwaukee center Andrew Bogut missed Wednesday night's game against the Atlanta Hawks with a bruised knee, but point guard Luke Ridnour returned after missing a game.Dan Gadzuric started for Bogut.Coach Scott Skiles said he liked the 6-foot-11 Gadzuric's ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Give Acie Law IV a little bit and he wants more.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[GLADES SLIPS BY RIDGE ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/glades-slips-by-ridge-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Senior forward Vince Lewis scored 18 points to lead Glades Day over Seminole Ridge 61-60 in a boys' Basketball matchup Tuesday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2008-11-26]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1500.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks got their first taste of the recently revamped Cavaliers, with point guard Mo Williams running the show Saturday night at Quicken Loans Arena. But Hawks coach Mike Woodson didn't need to see them in person to know that they are vastly improved]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2008-11-26]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1501.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2008-11-26]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1502.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With their first extended break from traveling and games since the end of the preseason schedule, coach Mike Woodson said he would give his players Sunday off to rest their legs before the Thanksgiving week stretch. "We're going to work Monday and Tuesday]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta hangs on for victory]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hangs-on-for-victory.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ATLANTA - Joe Johnson scored 30 points, Marvin Williams added 22 and the Atlanta Hawks pulled away in the closing minutes for a sloppy 88-83 victory over the Charlotte Bobcats on Friday night.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bucks-Hawks Preview 2008-11-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/bucks-hawks-preview-1504.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Milwaukee Bucks could be without three starters on Wednesday night when they visit a struggling Atlanta Hawks team that has been missing one of its best players for the past few weeks.Milwaukee (7-9) has played without leading scorer Michael Redd sinc]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Young Volcano Vista Has Uphill Battle Ahead]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/young-volcano-vista-has-uphill-battle-ahead.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's going to be a whole new ball game for the boys and girls varsity Basketball teams at Volcano Vista High School.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Good place to bring up kids]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/good-place-to-bring-up-kids.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Derrick Rose, Matt Forte, Patrick Kane. Three superstars in the making. And each time I watch one of them play, I ask myself, How lucky can one city get?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA roundup  2008-11-26]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-roundup--1507.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LAKERS 118, KINGS 108: Kobe Bryant scored 24 points and Andrew Bynum had 15 points and 10 rebounds for host Los Angeles. John Salmons led Sacramento with 24 points.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA roundup  2008-11-26]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-roundup--1508.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LAKERS 118, KINGS 108: Kobe Bryant scored 24 points and Andrew Bynum had 15 points and 10 rebounds for host Los Angeles. John Salmons led Sacramento with 24 points.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2008-11-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1493.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks got their first taste of the recently revamped Cavaliers, with point guard Mo Williams running the show Saturday night at Quicken Loans Arena. But Hawks coach Mike Woodson didn't need to see them in person to know that they are vastly improved]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2008-11-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1494.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2008-11-25]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1495.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With their first extended break from traveling and games since the end of the preseason schedule, coach Mike Woodson said he would give his players Sunday off to rest their legs before the Thanksgiving week stretch. "We're going to work Monday and Tuesday]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA ROUNDUP  2008-11-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-roundup--1496.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[* Etc.: Antonio McDyess is coming back to play for the Pistons. Andy Miller, McDyess' agent, confirmed Sunday the former All-Star and Olympian will re-sign with the Pistons next month. Detroit dealt McDyess, Chauncey Billups and project Cheikh Samb to Den]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA ROUNDUP  2008-11-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-roundup--1497.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[* Etc.: Antonio McDyess is coming back to play for the Pistons. Andy Miller, McDyess' agent, confirmed Sunday the former All-Star and Olympian will re-sign with the Pistons next month. Detroit dealt McDyess, Chauncey Billups and project Cheikh Samb to Den]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[PRO BASKETBALL 2008-11-23]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/pro-basketball-1498.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[How does a player who made just one 3-pointer last season turn into one of his team's most prolific deep shooters in a matter of months?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[James lifts Cavs to 9th win in 10 games 2008-11-23]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/james-lifts-cavs-to-9th-win-in-10-games-1499.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As the rim neared and with two 6-foot-10 players in his path, LeBron James took flight unsure of his next move.So he dunked - left-handed."I just kind of made that one up," he said.James didn't reach his scoring average and it didn't matter as the Clevela]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2008-11-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1485.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks got their first taste of the recently revamped Cavaliers, with point guard Mo Williams running the show Saturday night at Quicken Loans Arena. But Hawks coach Mike Woodson didn't need to see them in person to know that they are vastly improved]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2008-11-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1486.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2008-11-24]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1487.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With their first extended break from traveling and games since the end of the preseason schedule, coach Mike Woodson said he would give his players Sunday off to rest their legs before the Thanksgiving week stretch. "We're going to work Monday and Tuesday]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA roundup ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-roundup-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Nets 112, Clippers 95 -- At East Rutherford, N.J., Yi Jianlian scored a season-high 27 points, and Vince Carter added 26 for New Jersey. Devin Harris added 18 points and 10 assists, and Brook Lopez finished with 14 points and 10 rebounds. Baron Davis had ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[PRO BASKETBALL]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/pro-basketball.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cleveland --- Mike Woodson could have tried to push different buttons.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wright misses out with rising Hawks ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/wright-misses-out-with-rising-hawks-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Lorenzen Wright hated to leave Atlanta last season.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA power rankings, notebook ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-power-rankings-notebook-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[3-POINTERS FROM THE WEST]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[PRO BASKETBALL 2008-11-23]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/pro-basketball-1492.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[How does a player who made just one 3-pointer last season turn into one of his team's most prolific deep shooters in a matter of months?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2008-11-23]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1477.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Hawks got their first taste of the recently revamped Cavaliers, with point guard Mo Williams running the show Saturday night at Quicken Loans Arena. But Hawks coach Mike Woodson didn't need to see them in person to know that they are vastly improved]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2008-11-23]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1478.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2008-11-23]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1479.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With their first extended break from traveling and games since the end of the preseason schedule, coach Mike Woodson said he would give his players Sunday off to rest their legs before the Thanksgiving week stretch. "We're going to work Monday and Tuesday]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[James lifts Cavs to 9th win in 10 games]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/james-lifts-cavs-to-9th-win-in-10-games.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As the rim neared and with two 6-foot-10 players in his path, LeBron James took flight unsure of his next move.So he dunked - left-handed."I just kind of made that one up," he said.James didn't reach his scoring average and it didn't matter as the Clevela]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[HAWKS REPORT ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-report-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[* TRADE WINDS BLOWING: Former Hawks captain Al Harrington was traded to the New York Knicks from the Golden State Warriors on Friday for Jamal Crawford, the latest in an intriguing string of trades (and trade rumors) to shake up the league this season. Si]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[HAWKS 88, BOBCATS 83: Woodson scores a win over mentor ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-88-bobcats-83-woodson-scores-a-win-over-mentor-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[They talked Thursday night after the Charlotte Bobcats flew to town. They talked again Friday morning. They continued with various conversations when they arrived at Philips Arena.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Johnson leads Hawks to sloppy win over Bobcats  2008-11-22]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/johnson-leads-hawks-to-sloppy-win-over-bobcats--1483.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks got off to another sluggish start.They're finishing just fine.Joe Johnson scored 30 points, Marvin Williams added 22 and Atlanta pulled away in the closing minutes for a sloppy 88-83 victory over the Charlotte Bobcats on Friday night.For the sec]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Court Awareness: Wednesday review 2008-11-20]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/court-awareness-wednesday-review-1484.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2008 07:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Blazers fans finally got an up-close look at Greg Oden. And he didn't disappoint. Andrew Ungvari reviews Wednesday's games.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Cavaliers Preview]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-cavaliers-preview.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2008 07:15:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As the league's leading scorer on the first-place team in the Central Division, LeBron James is in the midst of another All-Star season. Although James wasn't as sharp his last time out, returning to Cleveland should help him get back on track.James looks]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Johnson leads Hawks to sloppy win over Bobcats ]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/johnson-leads-hawks-to-sloppy-win-over-bobcats-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2008 07:15:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks got off to another sluggish start.They're finishing just fine.Joe Johnson scored 30 points, Marvin Williams added 22 and Atlanta pulled away in the closing minutes for a sloppy 88-83 victory over the Charlotte Bobcats on Friday night.For the sec]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Horford returns to lineup after missing game]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/horford-returns-to-lineup-after-missing-game.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2008 07:15:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hawks center Al Horford returned to the lineup for Friday night's game against Charlotte after missing the previous contest with a sprained right ankle.Horford was injured in the first quarter of a loss at Indiana on Tuesday. He did not return to that gam]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2008-11-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1471.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2008 07:15:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The high ankle sprain that has kept F Josh Smith out since Nov. 7 is improving but not to the point where he could return at the two-week mark, which is Friday. It was originally considered a best-case scenario -- that he might return in two to four wee]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2008-11-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1472.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2008 07:15:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Mo Evans, Power forward Marvin Williams, Center Zaza Pachulia. 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Andrew Ungvari reviews Wednesday's games.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Williams comes up big for Hawks 2008-11-20]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/williams-comes-up-big-for-hawks-1475.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2008 07:15:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Injuries to Josh Smith and Al Horford left Marvin Williams as the only healthy starter on Atlanta's front line.Williams moved from small forward to power forward and showed he can play big when needed.Williams hit a go-ahead 3-pointer with 26 seconds left]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[D'Antoni making a big difference for Knicks 2008-11-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/d-antoni-making-a-big-difference-for-knicks-1476.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2008 07:15:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mike D'Antoni's move to Manhattan has the Knicks playing faster and the Suns slower. Both might be better off, Randy Hill says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2008-11-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1460.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2008 07:15:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Mo Evans, Power forward Marvin Williams, Center Zaza Pachulia. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Forward Othello Hunter, Forward Solomon Jones. PLAYER NOT]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2008-11-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1461.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2008 07:15:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Marvin Williams tried his hand at the hero role once last week and had to watch Paul Pierce foil his effort with a game-winning shot in a loss in Boston. Credit Williams for being persistent. With Josh Smith and Al Horford sidelined with injuries, William]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2008-11-21]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1462.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2008 07:15:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The high ankle sprain that has kept F Josh Smith out since Nov. 7 is improving but not to the point where he could return at the two-week mark, which is Friday. It was originally considered a best-case scenario -- that he might return in two to four wee]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bobcats-Hawks Preview]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/bobcats-hawks-preview.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2008 07:15:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks have been perhaps the NBA's streakiest team in the early going. For now, at least, they're looking to keep it that way.The Hawks hope their latest victory is the beginning of another run, but they could be without two starters again when]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Court Awareness: Wednesday review 2008-11-20]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/court-awareness-wednesday-review-1464.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2008 07:15:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Blazers fans finally got an up-close look at Greg Oden. And he didn't disappoint. Andrew Ungvari reviews Wednesday's games.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Williams comes up big for Hawks 2008-11-20]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/williams-comes-up-big-for-hawks-1465.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2008 07:15:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Injuries to Josh Smith and Al Horford left Marvin Williams as the only healthy starter on Atlanta's front line.Williams moved from small forward to power forward and showed he can play big when needed.Williams hit a go-ahead 3-pointer with 26 seconds left]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[D'Antoni making a big difference for Knicks]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/d-antoni-making-a-big-difference-for-knicks.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2008 07:15:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mike D'Antoni's move to Manhattan has the Knicks playing faster and the Suns slower. Both might be better off, Randy Hill says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Granger shoots down slumping Hawks 2008-11-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/granger-shoots-down-slumping-hawks-1467.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2008 07:15:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Danny Granger isn't ready to consider himself an NBA star just yet.But the Indiana Pacers' fourth-year swingman is certainly playing like one.Granger scored 34 points, including 10 in the fourth quarter, and the Pacers beat the slumping Atlanta Hawks 113-]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2008-11-20]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1452.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The high ankle sprain that has kept F Josh Smith out since Nov.7 is improving but not to the point where he could return at thetwo-week mark, which is Friday. It was originally considered abest-case scenario -- that he might return in two to four weeks.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2008-11-20]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1453.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard JoeJohnson, Small forward Mo Evans, Power forward Marvin Williams, CenterZaza Pachulia. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, ForwardOthello Hunter, Forward Solomon Jones.PLAYER NOTES:-]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2008-11-20]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1454.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Marvin Williams tried his hand at the hero role once last week andhad to watch Paul Pierce foil his effort with a game-winning shot in aloss in Boston.Credit Williams for being persistent. With Josh Smith and AlHorford sidelined with injuries, Williams ha]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Williams comes up big for Hawks]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/williams-comes-up-big-for-hawks.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Injuries to Josh Smith and Al Horford left Marvin Williams as the only healthy starter on Atlanta's front line.Williams moved from small forward to power forward and showed he can play big when needed.Williams hit a go-ahead 3-pointer with 26 seconds left]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Horford held out with sprained right ankle]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/horford-held-out-with-sprained-right-ankle.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hawks center Al Horford was held out of Wednesday night's game against the Washington Wizards with a sprained right ankle.The decision was made after Horford tested the ankle in pregame warmups."If I can't go at the level I try to play every night, I won']]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Granger shoots down slumping Hawks 2008-11-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/granger-shoots-down-slumping-hawks-1457.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Danny Granger isn't ready to consider himself an NBA star just yet.But the Indiana Pacers' fourth-year swingman is certainly playing like one.Granger scored 34 points, including 10 in the fourth quarter, and the Pacers beat the slumping Atlanta Hawks 113-]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lopez looking like a keeper so far 2008-11-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/lopez-looking-like-a-keeper-so-far-1458.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Brook Lopez's first start caught Peter Vecsey's eye. And the GMs who passed up on the Stanford star probably noticed, too.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nets sweep home-and-home vs. Hawks 2008-11-16]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nets-sweep-home-and-home-vs-hawks-1459.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Devin Harris scored 33 points, Vince Carter had 29 and the New Jersey Nets beat the Atlanta Hawks 119-107 on Saturday night, completing the sweep of the two-day, home-and-home series.The Nets lost three straight while Harris was out with a sprained left a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2008-11-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1445.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2008 07:15:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard JoeJohnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith,Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV,Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Forwa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2008-11-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1446.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2008 07:15:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Just because the Hawks had weeks to analyze their early seasonschedule hasn't made it any easier to swallow now that they are in themidst of it. Six of their first 10 games, including Tuesday's game againstIndiana here at Conseco Fieldhouse, have been r]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2008-11-19]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1447.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2008 07:15:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hawks' bad luck would be funny if it wasn't so unbelievablysinister these days.Two weeks after losing starting power forward Josh Smith to a highankle sprain that will keep him out of action for anywhere from twoweeks to a month, the Hawks lost starti]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wizards-Hawks Preview]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/wizards-hawks-preview.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2008 07:15:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It seemed reasonable to declare the Atlanta Hawks as Eastern Conference contenders after a surprising finish last season and a strong start to this one.That may have been a little premature.The Hawks look to snap a four-game skid and reclaim their early-s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Granger shoots down slumping Hawks]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/granger-shoots-down-slumping-hawks.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2008 07:15:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Danny Granger isn't ready to consider himself an NBA star just yet.But the Indiana Pacers' fourth-year swingman is certainly playing like one.Granger scored 34 points, including 10 in the fourth quarter, and the Pacers beat the slumping Atlanta Hawks 113-]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nets sweep home-and-home vs. Hawks 2008-11-16]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nets-sweep-home-and-home-vs-hawks-1450.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2008 07:15:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Devin Harris scored 33 points, Vince Carter had 29 and the New Jersey Nets beat the Atlanta Hawks 119-107 on Saturday night, completing the sweep of the two-day, home-and-home series.The Nets lost three straight while Harris was out with a sprained left a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harris scores 30 in return for Hawks 2008-11-15]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/harris-scores-30-in-return-for-hawks-1451.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2008 07:15:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Devin Harris has become the indispensable player for the New Jersey Nets.Back in the lineup after missing three games because of a sprained left ankle, Harris scored 30 points to lead the New Jersey Nets to a 115-108 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Frid]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2008-11-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1438.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2008 07:15:32 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Guard Speedy Claxton, Fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Notes, Quotes 2008-11-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-notes-quotes-1439.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2008 07:15:32 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Zaza Pachulia joined Josh Smith on the inactive list for Saturday night's game against New Jersey with an injured left shoulder. Pachulia played against the Nets on Friday night in New Jersey but said his shoulder stiffened up on him overnight. "I woke ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2008-11-18]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1440.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2008 07:15:32 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Josh Smith is back on his feet after spending a week on crutches, the result of a left high ankle sprain he suffered in a Nov. 7 win over Toronto. Smith is wearing a walking boot and is eager to get back on the floor with his teammates after missing last ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks-Pacers Preview 2008-11-17]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/hawks-pacers-preview-1441.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2008 07:15:32 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After a fast start, the Atlanta Hawks are suddenly struggling defensively. They've been struggling at Indiana for a while.The Hawks look to snap a three-game losing streak and beat the Pacers for the first time in nearly three years when the teams meet Tu]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nets sweep home-and-home vs. Hawks 2008-11-16]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nets-sweep-home-and-home-vs-hawks-1442.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2008 07:15:32 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Devin Harris scored 33 points, Vince Carter had 29 and the New Jersey Nets beat the Atlanta Hawks 119-107 on Saturday night, completing the sweep of the two-day, home-and-home series.The Nets lost three straight while Harris was out with a sprained left a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harris scores 30 in return for Hawks 2008-11-15]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/harris-scores-30-in-return-for-hawks-1443.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2008 07:15:32 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Devin Harris has become the indispensable player for the New Jersey Nets.Back in the lineup after missing three games because of a sprained left ankle, Harris scored 30 points to lead the New Jersey Nets to a 115-108 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Frid]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA's most dominant force? Injuries 2008-11-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-s-most-dominant-force-injuries-1444.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2008 07:15:32 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The list of the NBA's walking wounded grows by the day. Randy Hill looks at who's been hit worst by an abundance of early injuries.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2008-11-17]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1430.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. 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Pachulia played against the Nets on Friday night in New Jersey but said his shoulder stiffened up on him overnight. "I woke ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lopez looking like a keeper so far]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/lopez-looking-like-a-keeper-so-far.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Brook Lopez's first start caught Peter Vecsey's eye. And the GMs who passed up on the Stanford star probably noticed too.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nets sweep home-and-home vs. Hawks 2008-11-16]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nets-sweep-home-and-home-vs-hawks-1434.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Devin Harris scored 33 points, Vince Carter had 29 and the New Jersey Nets beat the Atlanta Hawks 119-107 on Saturday night, completing the sweep of the two-day, home-and-home series.The Nets lost three straight while Harris was out with a sprained left a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harris scores 30 in return for Hawks 2008-11-15]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/harris-scores-30-in-return-for-hawks-1435.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Devin Harris has become the indispensable player for the New Jersey Nets.Back in the lineup after missing three games because of a sprained left ankle, Harris scored 30 points to lead the New Jersey Nets to a 115-108 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Frid]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA's most dominant force? Injuries 2008-11-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-s-most-dominant-force-injuries-1436.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The list of the NBA's walking wounded grows by the day. Randy Hill looks at who's been hit worst by an abundance of early injuries.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Court Awareness: Wednesday review 2008-11-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/court-awareness-wednesday-review-1437.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2008 07:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[We should be talking about Shaq's historic night, but a silly fight stole the show, says Andrew Ungvari in his Wednesday review.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2008-11-16]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1421.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2008 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Josh Smith, Center Al Horford. 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Smith is wearing a walking boot and is eager to get back on the floor with his teammates after missing last ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nets 119, Hawks 107]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nets-119-hawks-107.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2008 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Devin Harris' confidence is soaring, just like his scoring.Harris scored 33 points, Vince Carter had 29 and the New Jersey Nets beat the Atlanta Hawks 119-107 on Saturday night, completing a sweep of the two-day, home-and-home series.The Nets lost three s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nets sweep home-and-home vs. Hawks]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nets-sweep-home-and-home-vs-hawks.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2008 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Devin Harris scored 33 points, Vince Carter had 29 and the New Jersey Nets beat the Atlanta Hawks 119-107 on Saturday night, completing the sweep of the two-day, home-and-home series.The Nets lost three straight while Harris was out with a sprained left a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harris scores 30 in return for Hawks 2008-11-15]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/harris-scores-30-in-return-for-hawks-1426.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2008 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Devin Harris has become the indispensable player for the New Jersey Nets.Back in the lineup after missing three games because of a sprained left ankle, Harris scored 30 points to lead the New Jersey Nets to a 115-108 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Frid]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA's most dominant force? Injuries 2008-11-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/nba-s-most-dominant-force-injuries-1427.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2008 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The list of the NBA's walking wounded grows by the day. Randy Hill looks at who's been hit worst by an abundance of early injuries.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Court Awareness: Wednesday review 2008-11-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/court-awareness-wednesday-review-1428.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2008 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[We should be talking about Shaq's historic night, but a silly fight stole the show, says Andrew Ungvari in his Wednesday review.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pierce's shot hands Hawks first loss 2008-11-13]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/pierce-s-shot-hands-hawks-first-loss-1429.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2008 07:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks have improved since losing to the Celtics in the first round of the playoffs last spring. Too bad for them that the defending champions haven't changed much at all.NBA finals MVP Paul Pierce hit a fallaway jumper with 0.5 seconds left to]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Roster Report 2008-11-15]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-roster-report-1413.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Nov 2008 07:15:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROTATION: Starters -- Point guard Mike Bibby, Shooting guard Joe Johnson, Small forward Marvin Williams, Power forward Al Horford, Center Zaza Pachulia. Bench -- Guard Flip Murray, Guard Acie Law IV, Guard Mario West, Guard Mo Evans, Forward Solomon Jones]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Hawks Getting Inside 2008-11-15]]></title><link>http://www.Hawksportal.com/news/atlanta-hawks-getting-inside-1414.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Nov 2008 07:15:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Solomon Jones has been everything his teammates and coaches hoped he would be in the first extended action of his