Atlanta Hawks 1995-96 Roster and Stats

The 1995-96 Atlanta Hawks finished the NBA regular season with a 46-36 record, securing a fourth-place finish in the Central Division. Under the leadership of Head Coach Lenny Wilkens, the team was known for its strong defensive play, ranking among the top five in the league for points allowed per game. The Hawks were led by All-Star forward Christian Laettner, who averaged 18.1 points and 8.8 rebounds per game, and the veteran presence of center Dikembe Mutombo, who was a defensive stalwart in the paint.

In the playoffs, Atlanta faced the Indiana Pacers in the first round. Despite a valiant effort, they were eliminated in a tightly contested five-game series. The Hawks’ season was marked by their resilience and a balanced roster, which laid the groundwork for future playoff appearances. Their performance during this season maintained their reputation as a competitive force in the Eastern Conference.

Regular Season Record: 46-36
Playoff Result: Eastern Conference First Round: 3-2, Eastern Conference Semifinals: 1-4

Atlanta Hawks Roster and Stats for 1995-96 Season

POINTS

Steve Smith

18.1

REBOUNDS

Grant Long

9.6

ASSISTS

Mookie Blaylock

5.9

	Regular Season							Playoffs
Player	GP	PTS	REB	AST	STL	BLK	3P%	GP	PTS	REB	AST	STL	BLK	3P%
Steve Smith	80	18.1	4.1	2.8	0.9	0.2	33.1	10	21.7	4.1	3.2	1.3	1.3	41.0
Mookie Blaylock	81	15.7	4.1	5.9	2.6	0.2	37.1	10	17.1	4.3	6.4	2.2	0.8	39.3
Christian Laettner	30	14.2	7.9	2.3	1.0	0.9	0.0	10	15.7	6.9	1.5	1.2	1.0	33.3
Grant Long	82	13.1	9.6	2.2	1.3	0.4	36.0	10	11.4	8.6	2.8	0.7	0.3	25.0
Andrew Lang	51	12.9	6.5	1.2	0.7	1.7	0.0	0	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0
Stacey Augmon	77	12.7	3.9	1.8	1.4	0.4	25.0	10	10.3	3.6	2.7	1.1	0.6	0.0
Ken Norman	34	8.9	3.9	1.9	0.4	0.5	39.3	0	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0
Craig Ehlo	79	8.5	3.2	1.7	1.1	0.1	37.1	9	4.0	2.0	1.0	1.0	0.2	30.4
Alan Henderson	79	6.4	4.5	0.6	0.6	0.5	0.0	10	5.3	2.7	0.7	0.1	0.4	0.0
Spud Webb	51	5.9	1.2	2.7	0.5	0.0	31.6	0	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0
Sean Rooks	16	5.8	3.2	0.6	0.3	0.9	0.0	10	4.5	2.7	0.7	0.4	0.4	0.0
Reggie Jordan	24	3.9	2.2	1.2	0.5	0.3	0.0	10	1.7	0.6	0.9	0.5	0.1	0.0
Matt Bullard	46	3.8	1.3	0.4	0.4	0.2	36.1	4	3.5	1.5	0.0	0.0	0.5	50.0
Donnie Boyce	8	3.0	1.3	0.4	0.4	0.1	50.0	1	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0
Howard Nathan	5	2.6	0.0	0.4	0.6	0.0	0.0	0	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0
Todd Mundt	24	1.3	1.0	0.1	0.0	0.2	0.0	0	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0
Ron Grandison	4	1.0	1.5	0.3	0.0	0.0	0.0	0	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0
Tim Kempton	3	0.0	0.7	0.3	0.0	0.0	0.0	0	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0

Atlanta Hawks in the 1996 NBA Playoffs

Playoffs First Round vs. Indiana Pacers

In the first round of the 1996 NBA Playoffs, the Atlanta Hawks faced off against the Indiana Pacers. Despite being the fourth seed, the Hawks fell short in a tightly contested five-game series, losing 3-2. Atlanta's efforts were highlighted by the strong performances of Steve Smith and Mookie Blaylock, but they ultimately couldn't overcome the Pacers' resilience and Reggie Miller's clutch scoring.

Date	Opponent	Result	High Scorer
Apr 25, 1996	@ Indiana Pacers	W 92-80	Steve Smith (27 pts)
Apr 27, 1996	@ Indiana Pacers	L 102-94	Steve Smith (25 pts)
Apr 29, 1996	vs. Indiana Pacers	W 90-83	Steve Smith (26 pts)
May 02, 1996	vs. Indiana Pacers	L 83-75	Steve Smith (19 pts)
May 05, 1996	@ Indiana Pacers	W 89-87	Mookie Blaylock (23 pts)

Playoffs Second Round vs. Orlando Magic

In the 1996 NBA Playoffs, the Atlanta Hawks faced a formidable challenge in the second round against the Orlando Magic. Despite a valiant effort, the Hawks were overpowered by the Magic's dynamic duo of Shaquille O'Neal and Penny Hardaway, ultimately losing the series in six games. The Hawks showed resilience but couldn't match the Magic's firepower, marking the end of their playoff run that year.

Date	Opponent	Result	High Scorer
May 08, 1996	@ Orlando Magic	L 117-105	Stacey Augmon (23 pts)
May 10, 1996	@ Orlando Magic	L 120-94	Mookie Blaylock (25 pts)
May 12, 1996	vs. Orlando Magic	L 103-96	Christian Laettner (26 pts)
May 13, 1996	vs. Orlando Magic	W 104-99	Steve Smith (35 pts)
May 15, 1996	@ Orlando Magic	L 96-88	Grant Long (24 pts)

Atlanta Hawks 1995-96 Regular Season Game Log

Here is the game log for the 1995-96 season for the Atlanta Hawks.

Date	Opponent	Result	High Scorer
Nov 03, 1995	vs. Indiana Pacers	L 111-106	Steve Smith (20 pts)
Nov 04, 1995	vs. Orlando Magic	W 124-91	Steve Smith (27 pts)
Nov 06, 1995	@ Utah Jazz	L 105-96	Andrew Lang (23 pts)
Nov 08, 1995	@ Los Angeles Clippers	W 100-92	Grant Long (18 pts)
Nov 09, 1995	@ Golden State Warriors	W 125-121	Steve Smith (28 pts)
Nov 11, 1995	@ Dallas Mavericks	W 113-100	Andrew Lang (21 pts)
Nov 14, 1995	vs. Charlotte Hornets	W 111-104	Stacey Augmon (20 pts)
Nov 17, 1995	vs. Miami Heat	L 91-88	Andrew Lang (20 pts)
Nov 19, 1995	@ Sacramento Kings	W 108-94	Steve Smith (32 pts)
Nov 21, 1995	@ Denver Nuggets	L 107-99	Andrew Lang (22 pts)
Nov 22, 1995	@ Phoenix Suns	L 117-112	Steve Smith (25 pts)
Nov 25, 1995	vs. Toronto Raptors	W 114-102	Ken Norman (21 pts)
Nov 28, 1995	@ New York Knicks	W 102-97	Steve Smith (25 pts)
Nov 29, 1995	vs. Philadelphia 76ers	W 106-81	Ken Norman (15 pts)
Dec 01, 1995	vs. Dallas Mavericks	L 106-98	Steve Smith (26 pts)
Dec 02, 1995	@ Detroit Pistons	L 104-96	Craig Ehlo (17 pts)
Dec 06, 1995	@ Washington Bullets	L 96-79	Steve Smith (14 pts)
Dec 07, 1995	vs. San Antonio Spurs	L 104-102	Matt Bullard (28 pts)
Dec 09, 1995	vs. New York Knicks	L 101-92	Steve Smith (29 pts)
Dec 10, 1995	@ Boston Celtics	W 108-103	Ken Norman (26 pts)
Dec 12, 1995	vs. Minnesota Timberwolves	L 85-78	Mookie Blaylock (23 pts)
Dec 14, 1995	vs. Chicago Bulls	L 127-108	Stacey Augmon (17 pts)
Dec 16, 1995	vs. Denver Nuggets	W 95-86	Mookie Blaylock (28 pts)
Dec 22, 1995	vs. New Jersey Nets	W 94-91	Grant Long (23 pts)
Dec 23, 1995	@ Milwaukee Bucks	L 115-111	Ken Norman (23 pts)
Dec 26, 1995	vs. Los Angeles Clippers	W 94-88	Steve Smith (22 pts)
Dec 29, 1995	vs. Golden State Warriors	L 117-96	Grant Long (15 pts)
Dec 30, 1995	@ Chicago Bulls	L 95-93	Steve Smith (20 pts)
Jan 02, 1996	vs. Seattle SuperSonics	L 111-88	Andrew Lang (29 pts)
Jan 04, 1996	vs. Toronto Raptors	W 104-101	Steve Smith (27 pts)
Jan 06, 1996	@ Charlotte Hornets	L 96-90	Mookie Blaylock (22 pts)
Jan 09, 1996	vs. Sacramento Kings	W 104-88	Grant Long (20 pts)
Jan 11, 1996	@ Toronto Raptors	W 87-79	Mookie Blaylock (24 pts)
Jan 13, 1996	vs. Boston Celtics	W 108-105	Steve Smith (27 pts)
Jan 15, 1996	vs. Detroit Pistons	W 96-88	Steve Smith (31 pts)
Jan 17, 1996	vs. Indiana Pacers	W 102-93	Stacey Augmon (24 pts)
Jan 19, 1996	@ Philadelphia 76ers	W 82-77	Mookie Blaylock (23 pts)
Jan 20, 1996	vs. Miami Heat	W 98-78	Grant Long (20 pts)
Jan 22, 1996	vs. Houston Rockets	W 105-96	Steve Smith (26 pts)
Jan 23, 1996	@ Cleveland Cavaliers	W 84-72	Mookie Blaylock (23 pts)
Jan 26, 1996	vs. Orlando Magic	W 96-84	Steve Smith (22 pts)
Jan 30, 1996	@ Indiana Pacers	L 107-90	Craig Ehlo (28 pts)
Jan 31, 1996	vs. Phoenix Suns	L 120-84	Andrew Lang (21 pts)
Feb 02, 1996	@ Orlando Magic	L 108-95	Stacey Augmon (21 pts)
Feb 04, 1996	vs. Charlotte Hornets	W 106-104	Steve Smith (30 pts)
Feb 07, 1996	@ Miami Heat	L 101-89	Steve Smith (27 pts)
Feb 08, 1996	vs. Washington Bullets	W 98-92	Stacey Augmon (20 pts)
Feb 14, 1996	@ Los Angeles Lakers	L 87-86	Steve Smith (20 pts)
Feb 16, 1996	@ Vancouver Grizzlies	W 110-100	Mookie Blaylock (21 pts)
Feb 18, 1996	@ Portland Trail Blazers	W 93-90	Grant Long (18 pts)
Feb 19, 1996	@ Seattle SuperSonics	L 102-94	Stacey Augmon (24 pts)
Feb 22, 1996	vs. Chicago Bulls	L 96-91	Mookie Blaylock (26 pts)
Feb 23, 1996	@ New York Knicks	W 108-97	Stacey Augmon (24 pts)
Feb 25, 1996	@ Minnesota Timberwolves	W 92-76	Grant Long (24 pts)
Feb 28, 1996	vs. Portland Trail Blazers	W 90-88	Mookie Blaylock (23 pts)
Mar 01, 1996	vs. Cleveland Cavaliers	W 74-68	Mookie Blaylock (18 pts)
Mar 02, 1996	@ Milwaukee Bucks	L 110-106	Grant Long (23 pts)
Mar 04, 1996	@ Detroit Pistons	L 99-93	Steve Smith (25 pts)
Mar 07, 1996	@ Cleveland Cavaliers	W 83-72	Christian Laettner (22 pts)
Mar 08, 1996	vs. Milwaukee Bucks	W 94-91	Craig Ehlo (19 pts)
Mar 10, 1996	@ Washington Bullets	L 99-91	Steve Smith (19 pts)
Mar 12, 1996	vs. Utah Jazz	W 115-89	Mookie Blaylock (23 pts)
Mar 14, 1996	@ Houston Rockets	L 114-106	Steve Smith (29 pts)
Mar 16, 1996	@ San Antonio Spurs	L 119-92	Grant Long (14 pts)
Mar 20, 1996	vs. Vancouver Grizzlies	W 98-93	Steve Smith (26 pts)
Mar 22, 1996	@ Charlotte Hornets	W 117-92	Steve Smith (27 pts)
Mar 23, 1996	vs. Detroit Pistons	W 92-84	Steve Smith (27 pts)
Mar 26, 1996	@ Toronto Raptors	W 114-111	Mookie Blaylock (26 pts)
Mar 28, 1996	@ Chicago Bulls	L 111-80	Steve Smith (18 pts)
Mar 29, 1996	vs. Los Angeles Lakers	L 102-89	Christian Laettner (22 pts)
Mar 31, 1996	@ Boston Celtics	W 93-92	Steve Smith (17 pts)
Apr 02, 1996	vs. Boston Celtics	W 109-89	Steve Smith (22 pts)
Apr 04, 1996	vs. Washington Bullets	L 113-110	Christian Laettner (28 pts)
Apr 05, 1996	@ New Jersey Nets	W 82-70	Steve Smith (23 pts)
Apr 06, 1996	vs. Philadelphia 76ers	L 100-99	Stacey Augmon (21 pts)
Apr 08, 1996	@ Indiana Pacers	L 97-95	Mookie Blaylock (27 pts)
Apr 12, 1996	vs. Milwaukee Bucks	W 104-97	Mookie Blaylock (25 pts)
Apr 14, 1996	@ New Jersey Nets	W 99-90	Grant Long (23 pts)
Apr 16, 1996	vs. Cleveland Cavaliers	L 80-77	Steve Smith (22 pts)
Apr 18, 1996	@ Orlando Magic	L 119-104	Craig Ehlo (20 pts)
Apr 20, 1996	vs. New Jersey Nets	W 121-99	Christian Laettner (20 pts)
Apr 21, 1996	@ Miami Heat	W 104-92	Stacey Augmon (23 pts)

Team

W-L

PCT

Detroit Pistons

17-4

0.810

New York Knicks

13-6

0.684

Miami Heat

14-7

0.667

Toronto Raptors

14-7

0.667

Orlando Magic

13-8

0.619

Atlanta Hawks

13-9

0.591

Cleveland Cavaliers

13-9

0.591

Boston Celtics

11-9

0.550

Philadelphia 76ers

10-9

0.526

Chicago Bulls

9-11

0.450

Milwaukee Bucks

9-13

0.409

Charlotte Hornets

6-15

0.286

Brooklyn Nets

4-16

0.200

Indiana Pacers

4-17

0.190

Washington Wizards

3-16

0.158

Team

W-L

PCT

Oklahoma City Thunder

20-1

0.952

Los Angeles Lakers

15-5

0.750

Houston Rockets

13-5

0.722

Denver Nuggets

14-6

0.700

San Antonio Spurs

13-6

0.684

Minnesota Timberwolves

12-8

0.600

Phoenix Suns

13-9

0.591

Golden State Warriors

11-10

0.524

Memphis Grizzlies

9-12

0.429

Portland Trail Blazers

8-12

0.400

Utah Jazz

7-13

0.350

Dallas Mavericks

7-15

0.318

Los Angeles Clippers

5-16

0.238

Sacramento Kings

5-16

0.238

New Orleans Pelicans

3-18

0.143

Team

W-L

PCT

New Orleans Pelicans

3-18

0.143

Washington Wizards

3-16

0.158

Indiana Pacers

4-17

0.190

Brooklyn Nets

4-16

0.200

Los Angeles Clippers

5-16

0.238

Sacramento Kings

5-16

0.238

Charlotte Hornets

6-15

0.286

Dallas Mavericks

7-15

0.318

Utah Jazz

7-13

0.350

Portland Trail Blazers

8-12

0.400

Milwaukee Bucks

9-13

0.409

Memphis Grizzlies

9-12

0.429

Chicago Bulls

9-11

0.450

Pistons Edge Hawks 99-98 to Extend Winning Streak to 15 Games

The Detroit Pistons secured a thrilling 99-98 victory over the Atlanta Hawks at home. This win marks their 15th consecutive triumph, showcasing their dominance in the league. The Pistons' resilience was on full display as they held off the Hawks in a closely contested matchup. With this victory, Detroit continues to build momentum in their impressive season run.

Donovan Mitchell Leads Cavaliers to Victory Over Pacers

Donovan Mitchell powered the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 135-119 win against the Indiana Pacers. Mitchell scored 43 points, grabbed 9 rebounds, and dished out 6 assists in the impressive victory. The Cavaliers' strong performance on the road highlights their offensive prowess, with Mitchell's contribution being a key factor in the win.

Most games this season:
40+ points

Luka Dončić — 5 games
Tyrese Maxey — 4 games
Anthony Edwards — 3 games
Donovan Mitchell — 3 games
Lauri Markkanen — 3 games
Stephen Curry — 3 games
Austin Reaves — 2 games
Cade Cunningham — 2 games
CJ McCollum — 2 games
Giannis Antetokounmpo — 2 games

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Season Snapshot

Donovan Mitchell has had 40+ points 3 times this season. The Cleveland Cavaliers are 2-1 (.667) when Donovan Mitchell reaches this stat line.

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Luka Dončić Shines with 38 Points in Lakers' Loss to Suns

Despite a stellar performance from Luka Dončić, the Los Angeles Lakers fell to the Phoenix Suns 125-108. Dončić scored 38 points, grabbed 11 rebounds, and dished out 5 assists in the matchup. The Lakers struggled to keep up with the Suns, resulting in a tough home loss.

Alperen Şengün Shines Despite Rockets' Loss to Jazz

Alperen Şengün delivered an impressive performance with 31 points, 8 rebounds, and 14 assists for the Houston Rockets. Despite his efforts, the Rockets fell short against the Utah Jazz, losing 133-125. Şengün's standout play included contributing over 50 combined points, rebounds, and assists, showcasing his all-around game. The Rockets will look to bounce back after this tough road loss.

Nikola Jokić's Triple-Double Not Enough in Nuggets' Loss

Despite a stellar performance from Nikola Jokić, the Denver Nuggets fell to the Dallas Mavericks 131-121. Jokić recorded a triple-double with 29 points, 20 rebounds, and 13 assists. However, his efforts couldn't secure a win for the Nuggets at home. The loss highlights the need for more support around Jokić to turn such performances into victories.

Desmond Bane Shines in Orlando Magic's Victory Over Bulls

Desmond Bane led the Orlando Magic to a thrilling 125-120 victory over the Chicago Bulls. Bane scored 37 points, adding 6 rebounds and 5 assists, showcasing his all-around game. The Magic's win at home was bolstered by Bane's impressive performance, helping them secure a hard-fought victory.

Most games this season:
35+ points

Luka Dončić — 10 games
Donovan Mitchell — 8 games
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander — 7 games
Tyrese Maxey — 7 games
Anthony Edwards — 6 games
Giannis Antetokounmpo — 5 games
Jaylen Brown — 5 games
Stephen Curry — 5 games
James Harden — 4 games
Lauri Markkanen — 4 games
Desmond Bane — 2 games

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Season Snapshot

Desmond Bane has had 35+ points 2 times this season. The Orlando Magic are 2-0 (1.000) when Desmond Bane reaches this stat line.

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Kawhi Leonard's 36 Points Not Enough in Clippers' Loss to Heat

Kawhi Leonard delivered a strong performance with 36 points, 7 rebounds, and 2 assists, but the Los Angeles Clippers fell short against the Miami Heat. The Clippers lost 123-140 in the matchup at Miami. Despite Leonard's efforts, the Heat proved too strong, handing the Clippers a tough defeat.

Michael Porter Jr. Shines in Brooklyn Nets' Victory Over Hornets

Michael Porter Jr. led the Brooklyn Nets to a commanding 116-103 win over the Charlotte Hornets. Porter Jr. scored 35 points, including seven three-pointers, and added seven rebounds and four assists. The Nets secured a solid home victory with this performance, further establishing their dominance in the matchup.

Most games this season:
35+ points and 7+ three-pointers made

Stephen Curry — 3 games
Donovan Mitchell — 2 games
Aaron Gordon — 1 game
Anthony Edwards — 1 game
CJ McCollum — 1 game
Devin Vassell — 1 game
Grayson Allen — 1 game
James Harden — 1 game
Luka Dončić — 1 game
Michael Porter Jr. — 1 game

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Dillon Brooks Shines in Suns' Victory Over Lakers

Dillon Brooks led the Phoenix Suns to a commanding 125–108 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers. Brooks scored 33 points, helping the Suns secure the win on the road. His performance was pivotal in maintaining the team's momentum and securing the victory. The Suns continue their strong form with this impressive win.

Most games this season:
30+ points

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander — 17 games
Donovan Mitchell — 12 games
Luka Dončić — 12 games
Anthony Edwards — 10 games
Giannis Antetokounmpo — 10 games
Jaylen Brown — 10 games
Tyrese Maxey — 10 games
Jalen Brunson — 9 games
Lauri Markkanen — 8 games
Nikola Jokić — 8 games
Dillon Brooks — 3 games

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Season Snapshot

Dillon Brooks has had 30+ points 3 times this season. The Phoenix Suns are 2-1 (.667) when Dillon Brooks reaches this stat line.

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Anthony Davis Leads Mavericks to Victory Over Nuggets

Anthony Davis powered the Dallas Mavericks to a 131–121 win against the Denver Nuggets. Davis scored 32 points, grabbed 13 rebounds, and added 4 assists. The Mavericks' triumph in Denver highlights Davis's crucial role in the team's success.

Most games this season:
30+ points

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander — 17 games
Donovan Mitchell — 12 games
Luka Dončić — 12 games
Anthony Edwards — 10 games
Giannis Antetokounmpo — 10 games
Jaylen Brown — 10 games
Tyrese Maxey — 10 games
Jalen Brunson — 9 games
Lauri Markkanen — 8 games
Nikola Jokić — 8 games
Anthony Davis — 1 game

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Atlanta Hawks 1995-96 Roster and Stats

Atlanta Hawks Roster and Stats for 1995-96 Season

Atlanta Hawks in the 1996 NBA Playoffs

Playoffs First Round vs. Indiana Pacers

Playoffs Second Round vs. Orlando Magic

Atlanta Hawks 1995-96 Regular Season Game Log