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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: LeBron’s Arrival Brings Long-Term Questions

Positioning for LeBron James ensures immediate contention, but with The King’s days numbered, what does it mean for the future?

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
The Philadelphia 76ers’ Offensive Revolution

After being the worst offensive team in the league the last four seasons, the Sixers are ready to run up the score.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA DAILY: Malik Newman Is More Than Just a Scorer

The point guard from Kansas believes he can do everything effectively at the next level.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: Justin Bibbs Gets First NBA Opportunity In L.A.

Justin Bibbs spoke to Basketball Insiders about joining an NBA team after going undrafted, playing in the G League, his developing skill set and more.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
LeBron Has Bigger Concerns Than The Knicks… Just Not Right Now

Don’t be fooled, LeBron’s shot at the Knicks and Ntilikina was a motivational tactic for the Cavs, writes Moke Hamilton.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
Does Dwyane Wade Push Cleveland to the Next Level?

Dwyane Wade is still a big name, but does he provide enough value for Cleveland to challenge the Warriors?

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
Most Improved Player Watch – 3/31/18

David Yapkowitz checks in on the Most Improved Player race.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Saturday: Simmons and Fultz Hurt One Another For Rookie of the Year

Despite two dynamic freshmen, the Sixers may again fail to bring home the Rookie of the Year award.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA PM: Frank Kaminsky’s Massive Opportunity

The potential frontcourt pairing of Frank Kaminsky and Dwight Howard should make for an exciting season in Charlotte.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: 60-Pick NBA Mock Draft – 3/26/19

With the opening weekend of March Madness in the books and the Sweet Sixteen on deck, Steve Kyler takes another look at the upcoming 2019 class with his latest 60-pick Mock NBA Draft.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021