Atlanta Hawks Defense Key to Big Leap | Atlanta Hawks News

Atlanta Hawks are poised for a massive leap next season, projected by ESPN as the sixth-biggest jump in the league — even though they were already a playoff team. Unlike other top-ranked teams that made blockbuster moves or tanked last year, Atlanta’s rise stems from a deep, elite perimeter defense built around players like McCollum, Daniels, and Okongwu, bolstered by additions like Luguentz Dort. Their defensive system, rivaling teams like the Spurs and Thunder, is the cornerstone of their success — proving they’ve built something sustainable without flashy trades. With all pieces in place, another thrilling season in Atlanta is on the horizon. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/eb4bf678a00e8d01