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MICHAEL CUNNINGHAM

After surge to end season, Hawks find it’s harder to win ‘nasty’ in playoffs

It’s become too easy for the Knicks to score, and too hard for the Hawks. The series will end Thursday night if at least one of those things doesn’t change.

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Braves steal another win with an Olson walk-off

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Three things the Hawks need to do to extend series against the Knicks

The Hawks could force a Game 7 back in New York with a win in Game 6 Thursday at State Farm Arena. To do that, they'd need to put together a near-perfect game.

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MLB

Spencer Strider to make 2026 debut Sunday

Braves pitcher Spencer Strider is scheduled to make his first start of the season on Sunday in Colorado against the Rockies. Strider has been out with an oblique injury.

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WNBA

Dream defeats Sky as Reese faces former team

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Final girls basketball rankings: 4 first-time state champions finish No. 1

In the final girls basketball rankings after the state championships, four first-time winners finish No. 1.

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AJC VARSITY

Final boys basketball rankings: 3 first-time champions finish No. 1

St. Pius, Rabun County and Darlington won titles for the first time. Class 6A champion Wheeler won its 11th.

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Best in Georgia: 2025 AJC Varsity high school football all-state teams

Not only did the AJC Varsity name first-team all-state honorees for each GHSA classification, but it also added breakout players to watch in this year's all-state honors.

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Atlanta TV sports listings

A look at the TV listings for major sporting events for Atlanta today and this week.

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Vote: What’s your grade for Kevin Stefanski as Falcons coach?

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The Falcons have 15 players that could become unrestricted free agents in March. Vote on which potential free agent is most important for the team to re-sign.

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Atlanta Braves

Braves pitcher Jr. Ritchie delivers during the first inning against the Tigers on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, in Atlanta. It was the 22-year-old’s first major league start at Truist Park. (Brynn Anderson/AP)

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MLB

JR Ritchie showing he belongs in Braves’ rotation

The Atlanta Braves rookie held his own at Truist Park on Wednesday night, reinforcing why the 22-year-old belongs in the team’s rotation.

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MLB

Spencer Strider to make 2026 debut Sunday

Braves pitcher Spencer Strider is scheduled to make his first start of the season on Sunday in Colorado against the Rockies. Strider has been out with an oblique injury.

Georgia Bulldogs

Georgia coach Kirby Smart (center) poses with his family — wife Mary Beth (left) and children Andrew (second from left), Julia (second from right) and Weston — before the national championship game in January 2023. Smart's family has been active in athletics, and he has expressed concern over how other college sports will be funded amid the rising costs of fielding championship football teams. (Jason Getz/AJC 2023)

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BULLDOGS

Kirby Smart concerned about college sports’ future: ‘I wish I could do more’

Georgia has announced it has no plans to cut any of its scholarship sports programs in the wake of Arkansas eliminating its tennis programs.

BULLDOGS

Georgia football’s projected depth chart after spring practice

Here's how Georgia football's projected depth chart for offense and defense shapes up after 15 spring practices. The Bulldogs' season opener is Sept. 5 vs. Tennessee State.

BULLDOGS

Nick Peal: The unlikely story of the last 2026 Georgia football commitment

Nick Peal is living his dream — the Roswell High senior made an improbable commitment to the Georgia Bulldogs last week.

Atlanta Falcons

Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson runs for yards during the first half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Monday, Dec. 29, 2025. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

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How does the Falcons’ roster look after the draft?

What do the Falcons still need now that the dust has settled on the 2026 NFL draft? Here’s a glance at every unit and where it stands now.

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NFL

Falcons add to front office with Bryce Johnston hire

Bryce Johnston, who spent the past 10 seasons with the Philadelphia Eagles, has joined the Atlanta Falcons as senior vice president of football administration.

NFL

Why Falcons believe Kendal Daniels can be Jeff Ulbrich’s next success story

The Atlanta Falcons drafted Oklahoma linebacker Kendal Daniels in the fourth round and say the onetime safety should thrive with defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich.

Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets

Former Georgia Tech star Calvin Johnson (left), shown breaking away from Miami’s Brandon Meriweather, made more than $100 million in NFL contract money over the course of his pro career, tops among former Jackets. (Johnny Crawford/AJC 2006)

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YELLOW JACKETS

Brent Key stokes Georgia Tech NFL buzz: A look at program’s highest earners

Georgia Tech players have produced some historic NFL contracts, a review of the highest-paid Yellow Jackets reveals.

YELLOW JACKETS

Keylan Rutledge first-round contract will set Georgia Tech modern-era record

First-round pick Rutledge is expected to sign the richest modern-era rookie contract in Georgia Tech history after going 26th overall to Houston.

YELLOW JACKETS

Here’s where Georgia Tech football players have landed after the NFL draft

Georgia Tech's football program had two NFL draft picks, Keylan Rutledge and Jordan van den Berg, while other players, including Haynes King, signed as undrafted free agents.

Atlanta United FC

Atlanta United head coach Gerardo Martino watches his team during the second half in its home opener at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Saturday, March 7, 2026, in Atlanta. Real Salt Lake won 3-2. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

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MLS

Martino: ‘I would be fired’ after 1-7-1 start if not for history with Atlanta United

Atlanta United head coach Gerardo Martino acknowledged he'd probably be fired if not for his history with the team. The Five Stripes are 1-7-1 and have totaled seven goals.

MLS

Atlanta United losing streak reaches four

Atlanta United dropped its fourth straight game in a 2-1 loss to the New England Revolution on Wednesday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

MLS

Atlanta United scoreless again in loss to Nashville SC

The Five Stripes were shut out for the fifth time this season and fell to 1-6-1 with a home loss to Nashville SC.

Atlanta Hawks

Hawks forward Jalen Johnson (center) is caught between Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (left) and forward OG Anunoby during Game 5 of a first-round NBA playoffs series on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, in New York. Johnson says he’s confident the Hawks will be going back to New York for a deciding Game 7 on Saturday. (Frank Franklin II/AP)

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MICHAEL CUNNINGHAM

After surge to end season, Hawks find it’s harder to win ‘nasty’ in playoffs

It’s become too easy for the Knicks to score, and too hard for the Hawks. The series will end Thursday night if at least one of those things doesn’t change.

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Three things the Hawks need to do to extend series against the Knicks

The Hawks could force a Game 7 back in New York with a win in Game 6 Thursday at State Farm Arena. To do that, they'd need to put together a near-perfect game.

‘Uncle’ Bob Rathbun talks Hawks playoffs, TV future

‘Have microphone, will travel,’ the longtime voice of the Hawks says of his broadcasting future after FanDuel Sports announced it's shutting down.

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Retief Goosen holds the trophy for winning the Mitsubishi Electric Classic on April 26, 2026, at TPC Sugarloaf. (Courtesy of Kate Awtrey-King)

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GOLF

Retief Goosen changes putting grip, wins Mitsubishi Electric Classic

Retief Goosen reverted to a previous grip during his practice round. That adjustment helped him win the Mitsubishi Electric Championship at TPC Sugarloaf.

GOLF

Zach Johnson hangs onto lead at wild Mitsubishi Electric Classic

The former Masters and British Open champion holds a 3-point lead over two-time U.S. Open champ Retief Goosen.

Masters champion Zach Johnson grabs first-round Mitsubishi Electric lead

Zach Johnson, who won the 2007 Masters, leads the senior tour's Mitsubishi Electric Classic at TPC Sugarloaf after the first round.

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NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
NBA first round playoff game 3 between New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks
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Hawks guard CJ McCollum (right) makes the go-ahead basket against Knicks guard Miles McBride in the final minute of Game 3 during the first round of the NBA playoffs at State Farm Arena on Thursday, April 23, 2026, in Atlanta. The Hawks won 109-108. (Jason Getz/AJC)

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Nick Peal: The unlikely story of the last 2026 Georgia football commitment

Nick Peal is living his dream — the Roswell High senior made an improbable commitment to the Georgia Bulldogs last week.

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MLB

Pérez leads Braves to series-opening win over Tigers

With a 5-2 win over the Detroit Tigers Tuesday night, the Atlanta Braves are off to their best 30-game start since 2000.

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UGA football great ready to ‘get in the fight’ in new coaching role

Alec Ogletree isn’t worried about proving himself as a first-time coach. He’ll let his players at Hebron Christian discover his credentials on their own.

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Falcons add to front office with Bryce Johnston hire

Bryce Johnston, who spent the past 10 seasons with the Philadelphia Eagles, has joined the Atlanta Falcons as senior vice president of football administration.

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KEN SUGIURA

No better time for Jalen Johnson’s breakthrough than Hawks’ Game 5

Johnson hasn't been able to match his production from his breakthrough regular season in Atlanta's NBA playoff series against the New York Knicks.

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In Game 5 against Knicks, Hawks will have to raise their level of intensity

Quin Snyder says Atlanta needs to be resilient to withstand New York’s runs to start the first and third quarters.

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NFL

Why Falcons believe Kendal Daniels can be Jeff Ulbrich’s next success story

The Atlanta Falcons drafted Oklahoma linebacker Kendal Daniels in the fourth round and say the onetime safety should thrive with defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich.

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BULLDOGS

Illinois coach takes another shot at Georgia over transfer running back

Illinois football coach Bret Bielema called out the Georgia program again over losing running back Josh McCray to the Bulldogs in the transfer portal ahead of the 2025 season.

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KEN SUGIURA

Can’t believe Avieon Terrell’s NFL draft story? Neither can his parents.

Avieon Terrell was drafted by the Falcons and will join brother A.J. on Atlanta's roster. Being selected by his hometown team was a dream come true for the Terrell family.

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AJC VARSITY

With 2026 draft, Georgia adds to roster of famous NFL brothers from the state

The latest former Georgia high school players joining their brothers in the NFL are Caleb Downs and Avieon Terrell, both early picks in last week’s NFL draft.