Atlanta Hawks Headlines: Mediocrity And More
Thanks for coming back to Atlanta Hawks Headlines. Today’s selection of articles discuss Atlanta’s game against the Boston Celtics, Atlanta’s mediocrity this season, and more.
It’s time for another installment of Atlanta Hawks Headlines. The Hawks finally returned to the court on Thursday night. It had been three days since their last game. That’s a long time without Hawks basketball.
Of course, most fans might consider that a good thing at this point. The Hawks haven’t won much lately. The mediocrity of the rest of the Eastern Conference should keep them firmly in the postseason, but that could change if they lose every game remaining on their schedule.
Today’s articles preview Atlanta’s game against the Celtics, react to the result of Atlanta’s game against the Celtics, and discuss Atlanta’s mediocrity this season. Let’s take a look at today’s links.
From Soaring Down South 4/6/2017
Atlanta Hawks Player Appraisal: Jose Calderon
Collin Huguley assesses Jose Calderon‘s contributions to the Hawks. Calderon has not played very well since joining the team. It’s clear that his best days are behind him. Even his usually reliable three-point shot has failed him in Atlanta. It’s obvious that after the season Calderon will not return to Atlanta.
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Atlanta Hawks vs. Boston Celtics: Matchup to Watch
Our matchup to watch in Atlanta’s contest against the Celtics was Dwight Howard going up against former Hawk Al Horford. This is a severe contrast in styles. Horford is all about finesse and skill. Howard’s game is about physicality and strength. Who got the upper hand?
Atlanta Hawks: When Mediocrity Takes Over
Nile Goodwyn dives deep into Atlanta’s mediocre season. The Hawks have a solid core, but no superstar. Their lack of bench depth has killed them this season. Goodwyn also says that the Hawks have turned into a boring franchise. Being bad is one thing, being boring is another thing. If you’re going to be boring you had better win at a high level to keep your fans entertained. The Hawks haven’t done that this season. Is a rebuild on the horizon?
Hawks Around The Web 4/6/2017
Locked on Hawks podcast: Rookie re-draft, Celtics preview and more
Thursday’s episode of Locked on Hawks was loaded. Brad Rowland ran through an assortment of topics. Rowland discusses where Taurean Prince and DeAndre’ Bembry would be drafted if the 2016 NBA Draft was held again, he previews Atlanta’s game against the Celtics, and more.
Familiar faces stand in way of Hawks’ pursuit of playoffs
Chris Vivlamore of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution notes that Atlanta’s road to the postseason is lined with former Hawks. Atlanta will face Al Horford, Kyle Korver (twice), and Jeff Teague during their final five games of the season.
Hawks Set to Play Major Role in Race for East’s Top Seed, Set to Decide Their Own Playoff Race
Graham Chapple at Hawks Hoop lays out Atlanta’s final week of the season. They’ll decide their own fate in the playoff race and play a role in who lands the top seed in the Eastern Conference. They play one game against the Boston Celtics and two games against the Cleveland Cavaliers during this stretch. The Celtics and Cavs are locked in a tight battle for the No. 1 seed in the East.
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We’ll see you next time for another round of Atlanta Hawks Headlines. Have a nice day!