| 1978–79 Atlanta Hawks season | |
|---|---|
| Head coach | Hubie Brown |
| Arena | Omni Coliseum |
| Results | |
| Record | 46–36 (.561) |
| Place |
Division: 3rd (Central) Conference: 5th (Eastern) |
| Playoff finish |
East Conference Semifinals (Eliminated 3-4) |
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Stats @ Basketball-Reference.com |
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The 1978-79 NBA season was the Hawks' 30th season in the NBA and 11th season in Atlanta.
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