Category Archives: Atlanta Hawks

Paul Pierce says there is ‘nothing wrong’ with his knee, but it sure doesn’t look that way (Ball Don’t Lie)

The truth is plain to see, as is The Truth. Boston Celtic legend Paul Pierce has not moved well since suffering a sprained knee in Game 4 of his team’s first-round series against Atlanta. He suffered a sprained MCL, in … Continue reading

Boston Celtics at Philadelphia 76ers, Eastern Semis Game 3: Fan Playoff Preview (Yahoo! Contributor Network)

It appears the series between the Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers will be a nail-biter if the last two games are any indication as to what to expect. Boston took Game 1 on Saturday, May 12 by the score of … Continue reading

Turner shines as Philadelphia 76ers level NBA series (AFP)

Evan Turner scored the go-ahead layup and drained a couple of key free throws down the stretch as Philadelphia held on for a 82-81 win over Boston to even their Eastern Conference playoff series at 1-1.

The Boston Celtics Look for a Better Game 2 Start Against the 76ers: Fan’s Take (Yahoo! Contributor Network)

The Boston Celtics enter Game 2 of the NBA Eastern Conference Semi-finals on the heels of a dramatic come-from-behind victory on Saturday. The 76ers held on to a lead throughout the game; extending it to as large as 13 points … Continue reading

Philadelphia 76ers at Boston Celtics, Eastern Semis Game 2: Fan Playoff Preview (Yahoo! Contributor Network)

The Boston Celtics got off to an early series lead by defeating the Philadelphia 76ers by the score of 92-91 on Saturday, May 12. Rajon Rondo recorded a triple-double with 13 points, 12 rebounds, and 17 assists while Kevin Garnett … Continue reading

Garnett galvanizes Celtics in Game 1 win vs. Sixers (The SportsXchange)

BOSTON — Kevin Garnett is starting to turn the playoffs into his personal showcase.

Rondo shines as Celtics edge Sixers in NBA playoffs (AFP)

Rajon Rondo posted his eighth career playoff triple-double as the Boston Celtics edged the Philadelphia 76ers 92-91 in game one of the Eastern Conference series.

Hawks player and co-owner, Pacers coach hit with fines (Reuters)

(Reuters) – Atlanta forward Ivan Johnson, Hawks co-owner Michael Gearon and Indiana Pacers coach Frank Vogel have been fined by the National Basketball Association (NBA) for inappropriate comments or gestures, the league said on Saturday.

Hawks co-owner fined for critical comments (The SportsXchange)

Atlanta Hawks co-owner Michael Gearon has been fined $35,000 by the NBA for criticizing the officiating and for making disparaging remarks about Boston center Kevin Garnett.

Hawks owner Gearon fined $35K for ripping Garnett (The Associated Press)

ATLANTA (AP) The NBA has fined Atlanta Hawks co-owner Michael Gearon Jr. $35,000 for publicly criticizing NBA officiating and making negative comments about an opposing player.