Mike Budenholzer

Latest Stories

FILE - In this March 29, 2018, file photo, Milwaukee Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo dunks past Golden State Warriors' Andre Iguodala during the first half of an NBA basketball game, in Oakland, Calif. Antetokounmpo is still only 23, but he’s entering his sixth season in the NBA. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez, FIle)

Expectations rise as Giannis, Bucks move into new arena

By GENARO C. ARMAS - Associated Press

FILE - In this April 8, 2018, file photo, Atlanta Hawks coach Mike Budenholzer signals during the third quarter of the team's NBA basketball game against the Boston Celtics in Boston. A person familiar with the search tells The Associated Press that the Milwaukee Bucks have reached agreement with Budenholzer to become the team's next coach. The 2015 NBA Coach of the Year will replace Joe Prunty, the former assistant who went 21-16 in the regular season after replacing the fired Jason Kidd in late January. (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer, File)

Bucks officially announce hiring of coach Mike Budenholzer

By The Associated Press - Associated Press

FILE - In this April 8, 2018, file photo, Atlanta Hawks coach Mike Budenholzer signals during the third quarter of the team's NBA basketball game against the Boston Celtics in Boston. A person familiar with the search tells The Associated Press that the Milwaukee Bucks have reached agreement with Budenholzer to become the team's next coach. The 2015 NBA Coach of the Year will replace Joe Prunty, the former assistant who went 21-16 in the regular season after replacing the fired Jason Kidd in late January. (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer, File)

AP Source: Bucks agree to hire Mike Budenholzer as coach

By GENARO C. ARMAS - Associated Press

Atlanta Hawks general manager and head of basketball operations Travis Schlenk speaks to reporters after it was announced the team and head basketball coach Mike Budenholzer have decided to part ways Thursday, April 26, 2018, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

Budenholzer’s ‘harmonious’ exit starts Hawks’ coach search

By CHARLES ODUM - Associated Press

FILE - In this April 6, 2018, file photo, Atlanta Hawks coach Mike Budenholzer gestures during the second half of the team's NBA basketball game against the Washington Wizards in Washington. The Hawks and Budenholzer mutually agreed to part ways on Wednesday, April 25, according to the team. The Hawks announced the move Wednesday night in a brief three-sentence statement. (AP Photo/Nick Wass, File)

Mike Budenholzer out as coach of Atlanta Hawks

By CHARLES ODUM - Associated Press

Atlanta Hawks guard Dennis Schroder (17) drives against Minnesota Timberwolves guard Jeff Teague (0) in the first half of an NBA basketball game Monday, Jan. 29, 2018, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

Bazemore’s 22 points lead Hawks past Timberwolves 105-100

By CHARLES ODUM - Associated Press

Oklahoma City Thunder's Russell Westbrook (0) shoots in the first quarter of an NBA basketball game against the Atlanta Hawks in Oklahoma City, Friday, Dec. 22, 2017. (AP Photo/Kyle Phillips)

Westbrook’s 3-pointer lifts Thunder past Hawks 120-117

By MURRAY EVANS - Associated Press

Atlanta Hawks' Malcolm Delaney, left, moves to the hoop against Miami Heat's Jordan Mickey in the first quarter of an NBA basketball game in Atlanta, Monday, Dec. 18, 2017. (AP Photo/David Goldman)

Prince, Schroder lead Hawks to 110-104 win over Heat

By GEORGE HENRY - Associated Press

San Antonio Spurs forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) drives around Atlanta Hawks center Dewayne Dedmon during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Monday, Nov. 20, 2017, in San Antonio. (AP Photo/Darren Abate)

Aldridge leads Spurs to 20th straight home win over Hawks

By RAUL DOMINGUEZ - Associated Press

Atlanta Hawks guard Dennis Schroder tries to shoot past Grizzlies Marc Gosol during the second half of an NBA preseason basketball game in Atlanta on Monday, Oct. 9, 2017. (Curtis Compton/Atlanta Journal-Constitution via AP)

Atlanta Hawks begin a long, painful rebuilding process

By PAUL NEWBERRY - Associated Press

FILE - In this April 9, 2017, file photo, Atlanta Hawks head coach Mike Budenholzer reacts during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Cleveland Cavaliers in Atlanta. Budenholzer resigned as the Hawks' president of basketball operations and will remain as coach, the team announced on Friday, May 5, 2017. (AP Photo/Todd Kirkland, File)

Hawks’ Wilcox out as GM, Budenholzer no longer president

By CHARLES ODUM - Associated Press

Washington Wizards guard John Wall (2) slaps hands with a fan during the second half in Game 5 of the team's first-round NBA basketball playoff series against the Atlanta Hawks, Wednesday, April 26, 2017, in Washington. The Wizards won 103-99. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

SNYDER: Struggle to put Hawks away not good omen

By Deron Snyder

Brooklyn Nets' Spencer Dinwiddie, left, is fouled by Atlanta Hawks' Dennis Schroeder as he shoots during the second quarter of an NBA basketball game in Atlanta, Wednesday, March 8, 2017. (AP Photo/David Goldman)

Schroder, Millsap pace Hawks past Nets, 110-105

By GEORGE HENRY - Associated Press

Hawks’ Budenholzer suspended 1 game for contact with ref

Associated Press

Atlanta Hawks forward Paul Millsap (4) drives against Chicago Bulls forward Taj Gibson (22) in the first half of an NBA basketball game Friday, Jan. 20, 2017, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

Schroder, Millsap pace Hawks’ 102-93 win over Bulls

By GEORGE HENRY - Associated Press

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) is defended by Atlanta Hawks' Paul Millsap (4), Kent Bazemore (24) and Mike Muscala (31) as he drives to the basket in the first half of an NBA basketball game Monday, Dec. 5, 2016, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

Toast of NBA 2 seasons ago, Hawks mired in terrible slump

By PAUL NEWBERRY - Associated Press

Atlanta Hawks coach Mike Budenholzer, center, is helped to his feet by assistant coach Darvin Ham, left, after he was run over along the sideline during the first half of the team's preseason NBA basketball game against the New Orleans Pelicans Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2016, in Atlanta. Budenholzer, who was already nursing an injured hand, left the game. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

Hawks’ Budenholzer leveled in collision near team bench

By CHARLES ODUM - Associated Press

Atlanta Hawks center Walter Tavares (22 and San Antonio Spurs guard Danny Green (14) battle for control of the ball in the first first half of an NBA preseason basketball game Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2015, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

After memorable season, Hawks look to go ever further

By PAUL NEWBERRY - Associated Press

Washington Wizards guard John Wall celebrate a 3-point shot by forward Paul Pierce in the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Memphis Grizzlies, Thursday, March 12, 2015, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

SNYDER: John Wall’s absence may also force Wizards to win without marquee talent

By Deron Snyder - The Washington Times

Washington Wizards guard Ramon Sessions (7) goes to the basket past Brooklyn Nets guard Deron Williams (8) and center Brook Lopez during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Friday, April 10, 2015, at New York. (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer)

On basketball: Injuries, rest end up revealing Wizards’ lineup options

By Todd Dybas - The Washington Times