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A.R. Shaw @arshaw

Executive Editor/Author of “Trap History.” Featured: ABC News, NBC, BBC, CBC, NPR. Byline:The Guardian,Red Bull, RO. IG: @arshaw23

Joined October 2008
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In an NBA Finals predictions article for @guardian I noted how the Spurs often lose focus. The Knicks didn’t just win, the Spurs assisted in the biggest choke in NBA Finals history.
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Feb 16
Anthony Edwards to Jalen Johnson: “I can’t wait to come home.” Ant is from Atlanta and Jalen plays for the Hawks 👀

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New York Knicks vs. Atlanta Hawks is deeper than the NBA Playoffs series, there’s history to this cultural rivalry.
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Congrats to Ryan, Michael and the cast of Sinners for creating a powerful cultural moment in cinema.
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Returned to my Alma Mater to speak with journalism students at @GeorgiaStateU
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NBA All-Star Game 2026
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New article for @guardian Did The USA v World format revive the NBA’s struggling All-Star game? theguardian.com/sport/2026/f…

Did the USA v World format revive the NBA’s struggling All-Star Game?

Critics say what was once a showpiece for the league has turned into a glorified practice session. But there are signs an updated version may have worked

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Bay Area Bowl
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6 Dec 2025
Much love to the home team for the Peachtree City Edition jersey and @outkast collectible. Special thanks to the entire Hawks PR and comms team.
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24 Nov 2025
Predicted @ShedeurSanders late-season start in an Opening Day article for @guardian
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19 Nov 2025
Nov. 19 is “A.R. Shaw Appreciation Day” in Fulton County. Honored to be recognized by my hometown for contributions in media and journalism. Special thanks @FultonInfo Media Girls Network
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9 Nov 2025
Salute to @outkast for making history at the @rockhall
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30 Oct 2025
Keynote speech on hip-hop studies and my book “Trap History” at West Chester University.
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4 Oct 2025
Journalism Week presented by @Morehouse
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4 Sep 2025
New NFL season, new predictions. I share a few thoughts on the Super Bowl, MVP, and division champs. @guardian theguardian.com/sport/2025/s…
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26 Jun 2025
I breakdown the winners and losers of the NBA Draft in my latest piece on @guardian theguardian.com/sport/2025/j…

NBA draft winners and losers: Mavs’ shot at redemption and the strange tale of Ace Bailey

There was no surprise when Cooper Flagg was taken at No 1, but there were some interesting decisions – good and bad – at other points on Wednesday night

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5 May 2025
Kendrick Lamar released “Not Like Us” one year ago. I shared a few thoughts on its impact.
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26 Apr 2025
Today I’ll be signing copies of my book “Trap History” at @aBetter2dayBook in honor of “National Independent Bookstore Day” #books #independantbookstore
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13 Mar 2025
My latest article in @guardian I interviewed Ukrainian basketball star Max Shulga of @VCU The Atlantic 10 Player of the Year shared thoughts on leading his team to the NCAA tournament and his hopes for a peaceful outcome in his homeland.
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