Atlanta Hawks!!!!!

[bdictjames]

Its all about Horford. I think this guy gives the Hawks the rebounding presence they need. Zaza wasn't much of a rebounder. Speaking of Zaza, where is he? I haven't seen him in any games.

[Sweetey]

Acie Law IV.

[AFBlue]

Childress and Smith are both FAs, and that cheap ass owner is back in control, so next year, they may be a good front court, but it won't be together on the Hawks.

Childress and Smith are RESTRICTED Free Agents next summer and I would count on the Hawks giving up the $$$ to sign both and/or match any offer for either.

Another thing, the "cheap ass" owner you speak of is not back in control. And none of the owners were ever "cheap", but they didn't want to make a signficant investment when an ownership dispute was ongoing.

Actually, the guy who was attempting to wrestle control of the team (the one who objected to the JJ deal) was dealt a big blow not too long ago. With ownership more settled now than ever, I would expect the GM to work long-term deals for their young talent and not be too cautious.

Bottom Line: It's possible that the laughing-stock Hawks may be earning some respectability and they are certainly on their way up....though they still have to learn defense.