Atlanta Sports Today

Atlanta Sports News Continuously Updated

Stein’s Latest: Flagg, Young, Middleton, Jones, Peterson

by

There’s rising optimism within the Mavericks organization that Cooper Flagg is close to returning from the midfoot sprain that has sidelined him since the All-Star break, Marc Stein of The Stein Line reports in his latest Substack article. Flagg is unlikely to play on Tuesday against Charlotte — he’s listed as doubtful — but Dallas has three more road games this week — Orlando … [Read more...] about Stein’s Latest: Flagg, Young, Middleton, Jones, Peterson

Anthony Edwards, Jalen Duren Named Players Of The Week

by

Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards has been named the Western Conference’s Player of the Week, while Pistons center Jalen Duren has claimed the award in the East, the NBA announced on Monday (via Twitter). Edwards, who was named to his fourth straight All-Star team this season, helped Minnesota go 3-0 in a trio of road games played from February 23 – March 1. The former No. 1 … [Read more...] about Anthony Edwards, Jalen Duren Named Players Of The Week

Wembanyama, White Named Defensive Players Of The Month

by

Spurs big man Victor Wembanyama has been named February’s Defensive Player of the Month for the Western Conference, while Celtics guard Derrick White has earned the honor for the Eastern Conference, according to the NBA (Twitter link). Wembanyama, who is the betting favorite for this season’s Defensive Player of the Year award, led the NBA in blocks per game (3.5) in February, … [Read more...] about Wembanyama, White Named Defensive Players Of The Month

How Could The Braves Pivot Following Another Profar Suspension?

by

The Braves opened camp in 2026 hoping for a full season from outfielder/designated hitter Jurickson Profar. He'd missed 80 games in 2025 following a PED suspension but was productive upon returning. With designated hitter Marcell Ozuna out the door, Profar and newly signed outfielder Mike Yastrzemski had plenty of runway to frequent playing time. Of course, we now know that … [Read more...] about How Could The Braves Pivot Following Another Profar Suspension?