# Hawks’ Playoff Flashback and the Patience Play

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Podcast: [Atlanta Hawks News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/atlanta-hawks-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7550345)
Published: 2026-06-21T16:14:08+00:00
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## Resource

Five years ago, the Hawks stunned the NBA with a playoff run that sent fans into euphoria—but since then, they’ve stalled in mediocrity. Was that early success just a fluke? The truth? That shocking run didn’t signal a title contender, and losing Game Six was actually a wake-up call. GM Onsi Saleh must now embrace patience: Johnson, Okongwu, and rookie Risacher need time to grow, not rushed trades or veteran shortcuts. The Hawks’ future isn’t about immediate glory—it’s about building a sustainable core through steady development. Fans? Hold tight. The real championship window is still ahead, but it’s being built one season at a time. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/d8e331bd04323b18

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