Hawks Could Have a Massive 2026-27, NBA Analysts Say

News ArticlePublishedAug 28, 2026 at 06:25 PM EDTThe Atlanta Hawks could be in line for a major jump this season, according to a panel of NBA analysts. That's a great thing for this franchise.Atlanta received 14 points in ESPN's ranking of the surprise teams most likely to make a major leap, putting the Hawks sixth on the list. While they didn't come close to the 46 points earned by the Indiana Pacers and Utah Jazz, the projection still puts Atlanta among the teams analysts believe could take a real step forward.That's good company for the Hawks, who were grouped with several teams expected to make a turnaround. The Washington Wizards received 20 points, while the Dallas Mavericks and Philadelphia 76ers each finished with 15. The Hawks' 14 points suggest there's some real belief that Atlan