Hawks vs Nets Preview: Adjustments Are Needed (Video)
By Mitchell Kay
Apr 22, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Jeff Teague (0) in action during the fourth quarter of game two of the first round of the NBA Playoffs against the Brooklyn Nets at Philips Arena. The Hawks won 96-91. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Liles-USA TODAY Sport
Hawks Need More Scoring
The Hawks scored 102.5 points per game in the regular season and are currently producing 97.5 points per game (-5) through two games in the playoffs. Atlanta was a top 10 team in scoring during the regular season. The Hawks aren’t shooting the ball at the same percentages, take a look:
- Regular Season: FG%: 46.6 – 3PT% – 38.0 – FT% – 77.8
- Playoffs: FG%: 40.8 – 3PT% – 36.1 – FT% – 85.4
The field goal percentage has taken the biggest dip, dropping 5.8 percent. The three ball is relatively close, only seeing it drop a shade under two percent. What has been a pleasant surprise is the upward spike in free throw percentage. That is always a good thing in the playoffs. The Hawks shot 38 percent in game two from both the field and three point line.
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Atlanta will look to improve shooting efficiency in game three, as it isn’t always a lock that the defense is going to bail you out. The Hawks will look to improve their shooting efficiency. Let’s look at how the Hawks will make sure the offense stands tall on Saturday.
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