Atlanta Hawks

The Atlanta Hawks are a professional basketball team based in Atlanta, Georgia. They are part of the Southeast Division of the Eastern Conference in the National Basketball Association (NBA). Established in 1946, the team originally started as the Buffalo Bisons before moving to several cities and ultimately settling in Atlanta in 1968. The Hawks play their home games at State Farm Arena and have a team color palette that includes red, black, and white. The franchise has experienced varying levels of success over its history, including multiple playoff appearances and division titles, and is known for developing prominent players throughout its existence. The team’s mascot is named Harry the Hawk, representing the team’s community-engaged spirit and identity within Atlanta.