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Atlanta Hawks Projected Starting Lineup For 2016-17

By Colby Giacubeno

Jan 18, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Jeff Teague (left) and forward Paul Millsap (middle) and guard Dennis Schroder (right) look on from the bench during the game against the Orlando Magic during the second half at Philips Arena. The Hawks defeated the Magic 98-81. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 18, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Jeff Teague (left) and forward Paul Millsap (middle) and guard Dennis Schroder (right) look on from the bench during the game against the Orlando Magic during the second half at Philips Arena. The Hawks defeated the Magic 98-81. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports /
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Oct 14, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Kyle Korver (26) reacts to a three-point basket in the third quarter of their game against the San Antonio Spurs at Philips Arena. The Hawks won 100-86. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 14, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Kyle Korver (26) reacts to a three-point basket in the third quarter of their game against the San Antonio Spurs at Philips Arena. The Hawks won 100-86. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports /

Kyle Korver

Shooting guard is the most interesting position this season for the Hawks considering Kyle Korver’s age and underperforming season in 2015-16. The 35-year-old averaged just 9.2 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 2.1 assists per game while shooting 39.9 percent from three (fifth lowest percentage in his 13-year career).

Despite the slippage in production, he will still likely get the nod for the starting position in 2016-17. Tim Hardaway Jr. is his back-up and could very well challenge Korver for minutes, but to crown him the starter over a veteran who knows the system as well as Korver does wouldn’t be the smartest decision.

With a more demanding presence in the post due to offseason acquisitions, Korver could see more open opportunities come his way via kick-out from the block, but either way, the defense must account for him at all times.

It wouldn’t be a surprise if Hardaway Jr. worked his way into the starting lineup at some point during the regular season, but to give the younger players some stability and time to adjust to the system, Korver will most likely get the nod.

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