Hawks' Corey Kispert confident team can compete with Eastern rivals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 4:09 AM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026
Corey Kispert expressed confidence in the Atlanta Hawks' ability to compete with top teams in the Eastern Conference as they prepare for the 2026-27 NBA season. After making the playoffs last season, the Hawks aim to improve despite increased competition in the conference. Kispert noted the importance of a full training camp and season for team chemistry, having joined the Hawks mid-season last year. His performance significantly improved towards the end of the previous season, and he looks forward to contributing more this year.
- •Kispert believes the Hawks can stand toe to toe with top contenders.
- •Atlanta made the playoffs last season but was eliminated in the first round.
- •Kispert averaged 9.2 points, 2.3 rebounds, and 1.5 assists last season.
- •He aims for a stronger contribution in his first full season with Atlanta.
- •Atlanta faces competition from teams like Philadelphia, Miami, Boston, and New York.
- 4:09 AMYahoo Sports — Hawks Feel Like They Can Stand ‘Toe to Toe’ With Top Teams in East
"The Eastern Conference is scary, but Atlanta Hawks wing Corey Kispert has confidence in his team.
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