Atlanta Hawks Headlines: Reaction To Warriors Loss
Atlanta Hawks Headlines is here with reaction from Atlanta’s loss to the Warriors and Mike Budenholzer’s decision to bench Dennis Schroder.
I’ve said it time and time again this season. The Atlanta Hawks are not boring. Are they infuriating? Of course. Are they frustrating? At times. Are they exciting? When they reach their peak they’re absolutely exhilarating. They do not lack story-lines this season.
Today, Atlanta Hawks Headlines features a slew of articles on Atlanta’s most recent story-line. That being their recent loss to the Golden State Warriors and Mike Budenholzer electing to bench starting point guard Dennis Schroder due to a severe defensive lapse (and some shouting).
Let’s take a look at what the internet had to say about the Hawks and their interesting situation.
From Soaring Down South 3/7/17
Atlanta Hawks: Dennis Schroder Benched In Loss To Warriors
Our recap of Atlanta’s loss to the Warriors obviously focuses on Dennis Schroder’s benching. Atlanta’s offense wasn’t the same without his contributions. They also had no answer defensively for Stephen Curry and Andre Iguodala. The Schroder news is the big story, but the fact of the matter is that the Warriors are the best team in the NBA. They were likely going to win the game even if Schroder kept playing.
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Atlanta Hawks: Was Mike Budenholzer Right To Bench Dennis Schroder?
We also delve into the different dynamics at play with Mike Budenholzer deciding to bench his starting point guard. Schroder’s behavior has been an issue in recent weeks, likely frustrating Budenholzer and the front office. This was an attempt to teach the young player a lesson. Was that lesson worth making the team worse for the second half of a game against the NBA’s most dominant team?
Hawks Around The Web 3/7/17
Locked on Hawks podcast: Warriors recap, Dennis Schröder and more
On Locked on Hawks, Brad Rowland reflects on Atlanta’s hot-start against the Warriors and their eventual demise. He also gets into the Dennis Schroder benching, Paul Millsap‘s play, and the shooting of newcomer Ersan Ilyasova.
Hawks vs. Warriors — Things of Note
Graham Chapple of Hawks Hoop breaks down the loss to the Warriors in great detail. Chapple breaks down Atlanta’s great first quarter, Dennis Schroder’s first half play, Schroder being benched, missed opportunities, and much more.
Atlanta Hawks ready to move on following loss to Warriors
At Peachtree Hoops, Kris Willis writes on Atlanta’s desire to move on from the loss to the Warriors. Mike Budenholzer just wants everyone to be on the same page. Will the benching galvanize the team or bring them down?
Atlanta Hawks: What To Expect From Jose Calderon
Adam McGee at Hoops Habit outlines what Hawks fans can expect to see from newly signed point guard Jose Calderon. Calderon brings outside shooting and a veteran presence, but also questionable defense. He likely won’t play significant minutes.
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That’s all we have for you on this day. We’ll see you tomorrow.