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The Atlanta Hawks are now 3-0 when the team does a #HawksFanTakeover - That is, only retweeting fans' tweets about the game for the duration of the contest.

Saturday was one of those, and here are our favorites:

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#HawksFanTakeover Stays Undefeated

For the third time this season, Atlanta Hawks fans have an opportunity to "take over" the team account during a game.  

Using the hashtag #HawksFanTakeover, fans can tweet live commentary during the Hawks vs. Heat game on Saturday, Feb. 28 at 7:30 p.m.  Instead of sending original tweets that night, the @ATLHawks account will only retweet fans.

So what's the best way to get retweeted?  Well, if you follow the @ATLHawks on a regular basis during games, you'll know that the account provides very little "play-by-play" updates, leaning instead toward more color commentary.  Fans who add their own analysis, use rich media (photos, GIFs, memes, etc.) and those who have fun will be better candidates for retweets than those who simply provide score updates and stats.  

That said, we'll consider any and all tweets for a retweet.  The only thing that's required is to use the hashtag #HawksFanTakeover somewhere in your tweet.  The account will only retweet tweets that include that hashtag, so make sure you have it if you want to be retweeted.  

Here's another bonus:  Any tweet you send with that hashtag also has a chance to make it onto SportSouth's broadcast that night, either before, during or after the game!

The Hawks held a successful #HawksFanTakeover on Nov. 25 when Atlanta went to Washington D.C. and beat the Wizards, and another on Jan. 14 when fans helped get the hashtag trending nationally in a win over the Celtics.

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Here Is Your Best Chance To Be Retweeted By the @ATLHawks

The Atlanta Hawks bounced back from a rough game Friday with a nice win in Milwaukee on Sunday.  The bounce-back win was also a nice rebound for Hawks fans on Twitter.

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Hawks Fans Bounce Back On Twitter

There is absolutely no stopping the Atlanta Hawks.  Playing their fourth road game in five nights wasn't a problem as the Hawks extend their winning streak to 12, the longest such streak they've had since 1968.

Fans are all about Atlanta right now.  Here are our favorite tweets:

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Hawks Have Longest Winning Streak In 4+ Decades

There is no stopping the Atlanta Hawks!  Atlanta rolled past Toronto 110-89 in Canada Friday night, earning their 11th straight victory, which ties the longest mark since 1997.

Here are the best tweets from fans after the win:

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Hawks Tie Longest Streak Since 1997

The Atlanta Hawks had a night to forget on the court against the Cleveland Cavaliers, struggling in a 127-94 loss.  However, fans appreciated the sense of humor on Twitter throughout the game.

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Fans Liking Hawks' Twitter Feed

The Atlanta Hawks lost to the reigning champion San Antonio Spurs Wednesday, but the inspired effort has fans looking forward to the season.  Here are our favorite tweets:

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Better Things Coming After Hawks Hang With Champs

The Atlanta Hawks closed the preseason with a 117-107 win over the reigning NBA champion San Antonio Spurs.  Yes, it's only preseason, but fans can't wait for the real action to begin.

Here are our favorite tweets from you all about the game: