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Jeff Hawkins

Sports Editor

About

Jeff Hawkins is an award-winning sportswriter with more than four decades in the industry (print and digital media). A freelance writer/stay-at-home dad since 2008, Hawkins started his career with newspaper stints in Michigan, North Carolina, Florida, Upstate New York and Illinois, where he earned the 2004 APSE first-place award for column writing (under 40,000 circulation). As a beat writer, he covered NASCAR Winston Cup events at NHIS (1999-2003), the NHL's Chicago Blackhawks (2003-06) and the NFL's Carolina Panthers (2011-12). Hawkins penned four youth sports books, including a Michael Jordan biography. Hawkins' main hobbies include mountain bike riding, 5k trail runs at the Whitewater Center in Charlotte, N.C., and live music.

Articles by Jeff Hawkins (9824)

Is the Clock Ticking On Aldridge, Spurs? Maybe Not

The honeymoon may be over for LaMarcus Aldridge and the Spurs, but a divorce may not be next.

Jeff Hawkins  •  09 Oct 2023
Is Anthony Davis the Heir to King James’ Crown?

Twent one year old Anthony Davis of the New Orleans Pelicans is on track to establishing himself as the NBA’s next best all-around player.

Jeff Hawkins  •  09 Oct 2023
Is Draymond Green Worth a Max Contract?

Draymond Green is having a breakout season, but is he worth a max contract?

Jeff Hawkins  •  09 Oct 2023
How to Reform NBA Contract Extensions

The current CBA essentially prevents stars from signing contract extensions. Nate Duncan offers a proposal to fix it.

Jeff Hawkins  •  09 Oct 2023
Instant Reaction: Cavaliers Acquire Hill & Hood, Continue Facelift

Spencer Davies offers his thoughts on Cleveland’s other pair of moves and the roster makeover at the trade deadline.

Jeff Hawkins  •  09 Oct 2023
How Key Buyout Players May Impact Playoffs

James Blancarte takes a look at how players from the buyout market may impact this year’s playoffs.

Jeff Hawkins  •  09 Oct 2023
How LeBron’s Return Affects Blatt, Wiggins

David Blatt and Andrew Wiggins joined the Cavaliers shortly before LeBron James signed. How will LeBron’s return affect them?

Jeff Hawkins  •  09 Oct 2023
How The NCAA Tournament Impacts NBA Draft Stock

How does March Madness affect draft stock? Jabari Davis explains, and highlights players who could climb with strong play.

Jeff Hawkins  •  09 Oct 2023
Sean Kilpatrick Opens Up About NBA Journey

Sean Kilpatrick looks back on his journey to the NBA and how Nets GM Sean Marks changed his life.

Jeff Hawkins  •  09 Oct 2023
How Charlotte Became Cleveland’s Biggest Eastern Obstacle

With an improving Kemba Walker and versatile defenders, the Hornets are the Cavaliers’ main challengers out East.

Jeff Hawkins  •  09 Oct 2023