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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)

NBA Daily: Six Pointers For The Season

On a night that is sure to be full of hot takes, highlight videos and overreaction, Spencer Davies has some pointers that you should take into consideration for the upcoming season.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: Antonio Blakeney Hoping For A Big 2nd Year

After an impressive rookie stint, Antonio Blakeney gives us a tale of hope and potential.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: The Influences of College Coaches in the Pros

With March Madness in full swing, Drew Maresca speaks with current NBA players about their relationships with their college coaches and how they’ve been influenced by them.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: Yuta Watanabe Using Versatility, Defense To Push Forward

Undrafted forward Yuta Watanabe impressed all week at Summer League for the Brooklyn Nets — now he’s ready to do whatever it takes to get an NBA opportunity.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: The 2017-18 Half Season Rentals

With the trade deadline approaching, Lang Greene takes a look at some players who may change addresses.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: The Kawhi Leonard Sweepstakes is On

Kawhi Leonard reportedly wants out of San Antonio, which means plenty of teams will look to make competitive bids. Shane Rhodes breaks down the situation.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: Deep Bench Stays Ready for the Pelicans

Though out of the rotation, DeAndre Liggins and Jordan Crawford are staying ready to step up and contribute for New Orleans, writes David Yapkowitz.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: Brandon Clarke Working From The Ground Up

Because of the unusual path he’s taken to get here, Brandon Clarke has established himself as one of the more unique prospects in the 2019 NBA Draft, writes Matt John.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Finals Prove That Draft Success Comes From Everywhere, Not Just The Top

Is the majority of value in the draft found in the top picks? You don’t have to look any further than this year’s NBA Finals for proof that teams can succeed without high-end lottery selections, writes Drew Maresca.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: Passion And Competitive Spirit Define Jarrett Culver

Jordan Hicks takes a look at Jarrett Culver, a stand-out player who led Texas Tech to the NCAA Championship game who has the NBA world buzzing going into the 2019 draft.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021