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Exclusive: Evidence Points to South Africa’s Special Forces in Detective’s Murder
world15 days ago

Exclusive: Evidence Points to South Africa’s Special Forces in Detective’s Murder

BBC exclusive: Prosecution documents allege South Africa’s special forces murdered detective Lt Col Frans Mathipa in August 2023, linking a vehicle that tailed him to a front company for the forces and placing Maj Sunnybooi Wambi at the scene; the same unit is accused in the disappearance of Ethiopian-Israeli Abadigga, with his body still missing; twelve military personnel have been arrested, six had bail revoked, and three, including Wambi, are charged with both Mathipa’s murder and Abadigga’s abduction; a warning to Hawks was reportedly issued after Mathipa’s death; no trial date has been set, prompting concerns about military overreach.

via BBC|
#hawks#investigation#murder
LeBron Decision Looms as Kuminga, Hezonja and Hawks Enter Free-Agent Shuffle
sports1 month ago

LeBron Decision Looms as Kuminga, Hezonja and Hawks Enter Free-Agent Shuffle

NBA free-agent chatter centers on LeBron James’ next team, with whispers that trades for Anthony Davis or Kyrie Irving could influence his choice (though Mavericks and Wizards reportedly aren’t looking to move those stars) and the Warriors being the only club linked to a Davis deal. Beyond LeBron, Mario Hezonja appears set to join an NBA team after his Real Madrid opt‑out, with the Cavaliers among potential suitors; Kuminga’s market is expected to wait for LeBron’s decision, and the Hawks plan to be selective in any sign‑and‑trade to avoid overpaying or losing Kuminga for nothing.

via Hoops Rumors|
#cavaliers#hawks#jonathan-kuminga
Dort to Hawks in three-team deal as Risacher heads to Mavericks
sports1 month ago

Dort to Hawks in three-team deal as Risacher heads to Mavericks

Three-team trade reportedly sends Lu Dort from Oklahoma City to Atlanta, Zaccharie Risacher to Dallas, and Ryan Nembhard to the Hawks. The Thunder receive three second-round picks and substantial salary relief, while Atlanta gains a premier defensive wing and over $40 million in cap space next summer. Dallas adds the former No. 1 pick Risacher to its developing roster around Cooper Flagg.

via Bleacher Report|
#hawks#mavericks#nba
Lakers Target Kuminga on Two-Year, $20M Push Amid Sign-and-Trade Talk
sports1 month ago

Lakers Target Kuminga on Two-Year, $20M Push Amid Sign-and-Trade Talk

The Los Angeles Lakers are pursuing Jonathan Kuminga, reportedly eyeing a two-year, $20 million deal and exploring a sign-and-trade with the Atlanta Hawks due to cap constraints; the Hawks declined Kuminga's 2026-27 option, and LA could offer assets like Dalton Knecht, Jarred Vanderbilt and Jake LaRavia plus draft picks to facilitate a deal, though Kuminga's price could complicate talks.

via Sports Illustrated|
#hawks#kuminga#lakers
Hawks Eye Kuminga-Vanderbilt Sign-and-Trade With Lakers
sports1 month ago

Hawks Eye Kuminga-Vanderbilt Sign-and-Trade With Lakers

Atlanta is reportedly exploring a sign-and-trade that would send Jonathan Kuminga from the Lakers to the Hawks in exchange for Jarred Vanderbilt and a 2032 first‑round pick swap. The Lakers are interested in Kuminga but need a path to a larger contract, making a sign‑and‑trade their most realistic option, while Cleveland has also shown interest if Kuminga lands elsewhere; the Lakers are weighing wings with size/defense as potential targets if Kuminga stays in L.A.

via Hoops Rumors|
#hawks#kuminga#lakers
Flemings Leads Hawks in Summer League Debut, But Jazz Escape 102-101 in OT
sports1 month ago

Flemings Leads Hawks in Summer League Debut, But Jazz Escape 102-101 in OT

In their Summer League opener in Salt Lake City, the Hawks were edged 102-101 in overtime as Kingston Flemings posted 14 points and 9 assists in his debut alongside Asa Newell’s 15 points; Utah’s Darryn Peterson led all scorers with 28 points as Atlanta rallied late, only to see a review overturn a potential game-tying three and Utah seal it at the line and with a late Madsen 3.

via Peachtree Hoops|
#asa-newell#darryn-peterson#hawks
Kuminga Becomes Free Agent as Hawks Decline $24M Option
sports1 month ago

Kuminga Becomes Free Agent as Hawks Decline $24M Option

Atlanta declined Jonathan Kuminga’s $24.3 million option for 2026–27, making him an unrestricted free agent, though the Hawks still own his Non-Bird rights and could use the full non-taxpayer mid-level exception with roughly $27 million below the luxury tax. Kuminga, 23, joined Atlanta in a February trade that sent Buddy Hield to Golden State for Kristaps Porzingis after a mixed spell with the Warriors. The Kings have shown renewed interest as Kuminga weighs his next opportunity and potential suitors will have leverage in free agency.

via Hoops Rumors|
#free-agency#hawks#kuminga
Hawks savor eighth pick, keep flexibility in loaded 2026 draft
sports3 months ago

Hawks savor eighth pick, keep flexibility in loaded 2026 draft

The Atlanta Hawks earned the 8th overall selection in the 2026 NBA Draft, a top-ten slot that preserves long-term flexibility by avoiding a likely top-three pick. This position lets GM Onsi Saleh explore multiple directions—balancing continuity with impending free agents and adding a high-potential contributor from a deep 5–10 range—without disrupting the core. Potential targets like Keaton Wagler, Kingston Flemings, and Mikel Brown Jr. are in play, and the team could trade up or stand pat to strengthen the roster around its established foundation.

via Soaring Down South|
#draft-2026#hawks#nba
Knicks Reinvent Offense, Ride Late Surge Past Hawks Toward East Semis
sports3 months ago

Knicks Reinvent Offense, Ride Late Surge Past Hawks Toward East Semis

The Knicks shifted back to a cohesive, off-ball offense centered around Towns in the high post, tightening their attack and feeding a late surge that produced three straight blowout wins against Atlanta after an uneven start. The 4-2 series win signaled maturity from last year’s run and sets up a likely East semifinal against the 76ers as New York chases its first conference finals in 27 years.

via The New York Times|
#adjustments#hawks#knicks
Could Jokic Jump to the Lakers, Bulls, or Hawks to Rewrite the NBA?
sports3 months ago

Could Jokic Jump to the Lakers, Bulls, or Hawks to Rewrite the NBA?

The piece explores how Nikola Jokic could move from the Nuggets to three teams—the Lakers, Bulls, and Hawks—potentially reshaping his legacy and each team's title outlook, with a hypothetical Jokic–Luka Dončić pairing for the Lakers, cap-space-driven Bulls interest, and a high-feel offensive upgrade for Atlanta that could make them Eastern Conference contenders, all while weighing the logistical challenges of such moves.

via FanSided|
#bulls#hawks#lakers