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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)

Tyronn Lue’s Health Concerns Latest Bump In The Road For Cavaliers

Spencer Davies outlines Tyronn Lue’s decision to take a leave of absence to deal with health issues and covers the reaction around the NBA.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: Josh Okogie’s Motor Is Pro-Ready

After two seasons as a main fixture at Georgia Tech, the time has come for Josh Okogie to take his game to the next level.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: Brook Lopez, Three-Point Marksman

Brook Lopez’s three-point shooting adds a new element to the Bucks’ offense, writes James Blancarte.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: Calderón’s Late NBA Start

Jose Calderón might be the only player in the league who didn’t grow up dreaming of playing in the NBA.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: What’s Next For The Lakers?

With Anthony Davis onboard to make them a contender, the Lakers must decide how they will spend their money this summer, write Matt John.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: The Burden Of High Expectations

As evidenced by the Boston Celtics and Markelle Fultz, having magnificent expectations from the start may not be the best thing for everyone, writes Matt John.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
Pascal Siakam And ‘Battle-Tested’ Raptors Bench Full of Promise

Spencer Davies chats with Pascal Siakam and C.J. Miles on Siakam’s improvements and Toronto’s developing talent.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: First Quarter Grades: Southeast Division

Ben Nadeau finishes Basketball Insiders’ “First Quarter Grades” series with a look at the Southeast Division.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: Mike Muscala Fitting in with Philadelphia

Mike Muscala spoke with Basketball Insiders about fitting in with the 76ers, the value of his shooting, expanding his game and more.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
Excitement in the Windy City

The Chicago Bulls are clawing back into the playoff picture. But is that really a good thing? David Yapkowitz breaks it down.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021