Hawks vs The Narrative: Why Atlanta Still Isn’t Getting Respect
The Atlanta Hawks are on fire—but nobody believes in them. Why?
Despite going 17-2 in their last 19 games and dominating teams across the league, the Hawks are still being doubted by media, fans, and even former players. Are they legit contenders, or is history holding them back?
We break down the eerie similarities between this current Hawks run and the 2021 playoff surge, why this team might actually be one of the top squads in the Eastern Conference right now, and how past failures—from the 60-win 2015 team to playoff disappointments—are shaping the narrative today.
Plus, reactions from around the NBA, including criticism that the Hawks are “beating up on bad teams,” and why that argument might not hold up. We also dive into the impact of key players like Jalen Johnson, Dyson Daniels, and Nikhil Alexander-Walker, the team’s elite offensive and defensive ratings, and what makes this version of the Hawks different.
Are the Hawks being overlooked again? Could they shock teams like the Cavs or Knicks in the playoffs? And why Atlanta might be the one team nobody wants to face in the first round.
If you’re a Hawks fan or just love NBA debates, this is a must-watch breakdown of one of the hottest teams in basketball right now.
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22 Comments
This is not true …. Stephen A said the Knicks don't wanna see them. Perkins have been saying nobody wanna see the hawks months ago. Lou Will on his amazon show and Joe Johnson as well!
Joe Johnson went as far as saying nobody in the east can beat the hawks !!!!!
It's always people disrespecting Atlanta
It’s better that way…Let the Hawks go under the radar. Let’s not jinks them
It’s been so fun watching them play defense ! Also don’t let Dyson catch a rhythm on threes . It’s looking scary !!! Can’t wait to see State Farm rocking !!!!
you only get respect when you accomplish something, go hawks make some noise in the playoffs.
Once you beat the teams that you should beat. That is a good start
I wish the hawks vs Knicks is televised on espn and the cavaliers game. If they win then what ppl will say.
I’m subscribing after this one! Great clip! cawww Cawwww
Beat Cleveland twice and we can be the 4 seed
🤦🏿♂️🤦🏿♂️ here goes the local media with the disrespect mess. Just enjoy the run!!!
We have to give Quinn some credit on developing these guys! Like who else saw that in NAW and DD
Love the vibe around the team, but they don't have the depth yet. Playoff push would be awesome, next year is gonna be even better
None of this feels fluky or unsustainable to me. This feels like a team scratching the surface of their potential. I agree with Chirnoff putting us around 3rd in the East presently.
Hawks are fun to watch now, but next season and beyond will be 🔥
Let’s just get in the playoffs and see what happens
That's fine; those are the years when the Braves went to the World Series and the Falcons to the Super Bowl, when we fly under the radar.
Because Atlanta teams rarely accomplish anything unfortunately
Been hearing this my whole life. All my Hawks have to do is win.
Except for Celtics I see NOBODY better in the East! Cavs Re good but Hawks can absolutely beat Knicks
I agree with everything my guy said! #TrueToAtlanta
Let them disrespect you!!!!! Then show them the exit!!!!
First and foremost, the fans need to learn to enjoy the entertainment of the game, win or lose. That’s the best encouragement for your team, if you want to win the chip! 😊