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VOTE: How many games will the Hawks win this season?

After an aggressive offseason, will Atlanta make the playoffs this year?
Trae Young, pictured answering questions during media day in September, scored nine points with eight assists in 18 minutes in the Hawks' preseason opener against the Rockets. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Credit: Miguel Martinez-Jimenez

Credit: Miguel Martinez-Jimenez

Trae Young, pictured answering questions during media day in September, scored nine points with eight assists in 18 minutes in the Hawks' preseason opener against the Rockets. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)
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Oct 8, 2025

The Hawks have begun their exhibition games and are nearing the start of their new season.

After an offseason in which the team’s general manager, Onsi Saleh, made some aggressive roster moves, the Hawks appear ready to make a run for a spot in the NBA playoffs, maybe even avoiding the Play-In Tournament.

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The regular season begins Oct. 22 when the Hawks face the Raptors at State Farm Arena.

How many of their 82 games do you think the Hawks will win?

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