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Attorney: Wright's ex-wife got threatening visit
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (ADRIAN SAINZ) — MEMPHIS, Tenn. - An attorney says three armed men looking for Lorenzen Wright showed up at the home of the former NBA player's ex-wife about six weeks before he was found shot to death.- New: 1 hr 20 min ago
Police review handling of 911 call in Wright case
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution — MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Police in the Memphis suburb of Germantown are reviewing how a 911 call from Lorenzen Wright's cell phone was handled as authorities investigate the shooting death of the former...- New: 3 hr 29 min ago
Ex-Hawk Wright's mysterious death mourned
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (Ken Sugiura) — It was not easy to keep Lorenzen Wright down. Pete Babcock saw Wright, the former Hawk found dead Wednesday in a wooded area in Memphis, on some of his lowest days as a professional.- 19 hr 45 min ago
Police: Wright's death considered homicide; Hawks mourn one of their own
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (Staff) — Memphis police are now considering former NBA player Lorenzen Wright's death as a homicide, the Associated Press said.- 21 hr 9 min ago
Wright's body found; Hawks mourn one of their own
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution — Lorenzen Wright was remembered Thursday as a fun-loving personality who helped mentor the young Atlanta Hawks during his most recent stint with the team, 2006-08.- 1 day 2 hr ago
Family, friends mourn ex-Hawk Lorenzen Wright
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (Kristi E. Swartz) — Staff and wire reports -- Relatives and friends of Lorenzen Wright gathered Wednesday and grieved for the former NBA player who has been missing for 10 days, as police investigated the discovery...- 1 day 7 hr ago
Report: Family, friends mourn ex-Hawk Lorenzen Wright
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (Kristi E. Swartz) — Family and friends gathered at the scene where Memphis basketball star Lorenzen Wright, a former Hawk, was found in the city's southeast side, the Commercial Appeal is reporting .- 1 day 16 hr ago
Newspaper reports Wright's 9-1-1 call recorded gunshots
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (Kristi E. Swartz) — The body of missing Memphis basketball star Lorenzen Wright, a former Hawk, was found in a wooded area in the city’s southeast side, the Commercial-Appeal is reporting .- 1 day 19 hr ago
Report: Ex-NBA star Lorenzen Wright's body found in woods
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (Kristi E. Swartz) — The body of missing Memphis basketball star Lorenzen Wright, a former Hawk, was found in a wooded area in the city’s southeast side, the Commercial Appeal is reporting .- 1 day 20 hr ago
NBA star Lorenzen Wright's body found in woods, newspaper says
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (Kristi E. Swartz) — The body of missing Memphis basketball star Lorenzen Wright, a former Hawk, was found in a wooded area in the city’s southeast, the Commercial-Appeal is reporting .- 1 day 21 hr ago
Ex-Laker Josh Powell signs with Hawks
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (Christian Boone) — No, not Shaquille O'Neal, rumored to be coming to Atlanta. Josh Powell, a graduate of Riverdale High School who attended North Carolina State, won't sell quite as many tickets, but the Hawks hope...- 3 days ago
Hawks official on missing Wright: ‘Don't know what to make of it'
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (Larry Hartstein) — Family hasn't heard from long-time NBA player Wright since July 18.- 4 days ago
ESPN report shows food-safety violations at ATL sports venues
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (Larry Hartstein) — How safe is that $5 hot dog? ESPN wanted to know. So the network's "Outside the Lines" analyzed 2009 food service inspections for every major-league stadium.- 4 days ago
Ex-Hawk Lorenzen Wright still missing
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (Chelsea Cook) — Family hasn't heard from long-time NBA player Wright since July 18.- 4 days ago
Armed men rob home of Bobcats' Stephen Jackson
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution — CHARLOTTE, N.C. - Armed men broke into the home of Charlotte Bobcats player Stephen Jackson, holding his wife at gunpoint before locking her in a bathroom, police said.- 7 days ago
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Hawks, Thrashers radio deal announced
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (Chris Vivlamore) — Hawks games will be broadcast on radio over 97.9 FM beginning next season, and the Thrashers will remain on 680 AM, according to an announcement made by the teams, Cumulus Media and Dickey...- 10 days ago
First person: Bob Williams, Hawks president
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (Michelle Hiskey) — Bob Williams is the president of the Hawks and Philips Arena. He has worked on the same acreage since 1975, when it was The Omni.- 14 days ago
Strong start to summer for Hawks rookie Crawford
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (Michael Cunningham) — LAS VEGAS -- Some things are pretty evident about Hawks rookie guard Jordan Crawford, regardless of who he plays against or with.- 14 days ago
Drew wants to get Hawks' offense moving
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (Michael Cunningham) — LAS VEGAS -- Any discussion of Hawks coach Larry Drew 's offense in the summer league comes with a few caveats.- 15 days ago
‘Rook' no longer, Teague looking to guide Hawks
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (Michael Cunningham) — LAS VEGAS -- If Jeff Teague ever forgot his place with the Hawks last season there were reminders everywhere.- 16 days ago
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Blog Articles
Atlanta Hawks: Getaway day
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (Michael Cunningham) — There will be a blog hiatus for a couple weeks while I get away for some me time. There’s a chance I might drop in with a post if anything interesting happens with the Hawks but don’t...- 14 days ago
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Atlanta Hawks: Summer skid stopped
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (Michael Cunningham) — Hawks 83, Bucks 60 Box Score – The Hawks ended their two-game summer skid with an 83-60 W against the Bucks. It wasn’t a thing of beauty offensively but it definitely was an...- 14 days ago
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Atlanta Hawks: Summer spotlight singes Teague
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (Michael Cunningham) — Not time to panic about 'Rook. (AP Photo) One bad Summer League game, one quote about deferring to J.J. and Co., and suddenly it seems like Teague has gone from savior to suspect in the...- 14 days ago
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Atlanta Hawks: Shaq and their summer struggles
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (Michael Cunningham) — First the Shaq scuttlebutt, then the game. . . The Marvin for Shaq sign-and-trade appears to be a non-starter. The Hawks have consistently said they like their core, and that includes...- 15 days ago
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Atlanta Hawks: Are you starvin’ to send away Marvin Williams?
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (Michael Cunningham) — I know my blog people have been trying to trade Marvin (and Bibby ) with every conceivable and inconceivable permutation of fantasy deals. My favorite thing is when the proposals go like this:...- 16 days ago
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Atlanta Hawks: Brad Miller still in play as center options dwindle
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (Michael Cunningham) — Hawks think Brad Miller is good fit for L.D.'s offense. Las Vegas –It looks like the free-agent center situation finally is starting to shake out, with Atlanta’s (and Shaq’s)...- 16 days ago
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Atlanta Hawks: What happened in Vegas
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (Michael Cunningham) — Las Vegas –Made it to Sin City for Atlanta’s Summer League opener vs. Memphis. I hear there’s a severe heat warning for Wednesday and Thursday so I guess that means I will be...- 17 days ago
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Atlanta Hawks: Childress sign-and-trade in works
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (Michael Cunningham) — The Hawks are discussing a sign-and-trade with Phoenix involving free agent forward Josh Childress , a person with knowledge of the situation confirmed tonight. Paul Coro of the Arizona...- 18 days ago
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Atlanta Hawks: Camp chatter
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (Michael Cunningham) — Emptying the notebook . . . . Some observations and chatter after two open practice sessions at Philips Arena: – The Hawks haven’t offered Shaq a contract yet. There’s still...- 19 days ago
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Atlanta Hawks: Catching up (again) with Al Horford
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (Michael Cunningham) — Caught up with Al Horford again , this time at Oglethorpe University during his summer camp for kids. The scene was about as loud and hectic as you might think. It’s always good for me to...- 20 days ago
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Atlanta Hawks: Joe Johnson speaks
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (Michael Cunningham) — I had a sit-down today with J.J. after he signed his new deal at Hawks headquarters. Thought you might want to peep the Q and A: Q. Can you take me through the process of when you met with the...- 21 days ago
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Atlanta Hawks: Vegas Summer league roster set
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (Michael Cunningham) — Former lottery pick Luke Jackson makes Atlanta's summer roster. Finally, after much delay, the Hawks announced their summer-league roster today. The idea was to put together a strong group to...- 22 days ago
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Atlanta Hawks: Shaq’s options come into focus
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (Michael Cunningham) — Would Shaq chase another one of these with the Hawks? Chris Tomasson of FanHouse reports that Shaq’s first choice is to play for the Spurs and he wants a two-year deal. Shaq would...- 22 days ago
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Atlanta Hawks: Money matters
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (Michael Cunningham) — The league set the salary cap at $58.044 million and the luxury-tax threshold at $70.307 million. What it means for the Hawks is J.J.s salary will be more than expected, they gained some wiggle...- 22 days ago
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Atlanta Hawks: Nine free agents who can play D (cheaply)
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (Michael Cunningham) — It migh be important for the Hawks to get a guy like Bell, who is willing and able to do this. Taking a break from J.J. and the Dwight -influenced fascination with centers for a reminder that...- 22 days ago
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Atlanta Hawks: Shaq open to joining Hawks
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (Michael Cunningham) — Shaq provides muscle but also potential headaches. Tim Povtak of FanHouse reports that the Hawks have offered Shaquille O’Neal a two-year contact starting at the full mid-level...- 24 days ago
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Atlanta Hawks: Al Horford’s summer
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (Michael Cunningham) — Al, standing back right, with the winning All-Star squad. (www.singaporesports.sg) The first part of Al Horford’s summer was personal. Now he will get down to the business of improving...- 25 days ago
Atlanta Hawks: Joe Johnson deal finally done
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (Michael Cunningham) — Joe Johnson and the Hawks completed the details of his six-year contract on Sunday. His agent, Arn Tellem , confirmed the deal in a blog post at Huffington Post and also offered some insight...- 25 days ago
Atlanta Hawks: Still on track to with J.J.
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (Michael Cunningham) — It’s not (unofficially) official yet but Joe Johnson and the Hawks are moving closer to agreeing to final terms on a six-year, maximum contract. The Hawks and J.J. have been working out...- 26 days ago
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Atlanta Hawks: Still waiting on J.J.
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (Michael Cunningham) — The apparent hesitation by J.J. to accept the Hawks’ six-year, maximum contract offer has led to speculation that perhaps he’s waiting to see what happens with LeBron and other top...- 27 days ago
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