Bucks at Atlanta Hawks Game 7: Here They Are Again
Some of my blog people are not in the mood to praise the Hawks even after that Game 6 triumph. I understand.
You think the Hawks shouldn’t have this much trouble with the Bogut-less Bucks. You remember the Game 3 surrender and the Game 5 collapse. You think Woody should have made defensive adjustments earlier in the series. And if the Hawks win today, some of you probably don’t want to hear about their resilience, their character, how they responded with their backs against the wall and all the other things they tend to say in these situations.
Well, like “they” say (and like I vowed I never would), it is what it is. The Hawks can win the series today.
“Every team goes through adversity at times,” Al said. “It’s all about how you handle it. Now we have a chance to make it right and win a series.”
I’ve heard rumblings that the Hawks lose in the long-term by winning today but I’ve got to think your fanhood instincts overwhelm your sourness and you cheer the Hawks on to a W. Shoot, you might even begin to believe they can take on the Magic, despite your misgivings and general grumpiness.
I would understand that, too.
– J.J. on the improved communication in Game 6 after things got snippy at times in Game 5: “It was a lot better. But we are always going to have arguing. That’s is because we are a family, we are brothers. We ain’t always going to get along. Everything ain’t going to be peaches and cream. We are going to get in each other’s face every now and then but that is just the way it is. At the end of the day we got love for each other, got each other’s back and each others’ best interest.”
– After Game 6 some in the Hawks locker room sarcastically asked if Jerry Stackhouse can sing the National Anthem today like he did on Friday. So it was pretty funny when I saw this line in Michael Hunt’s column about the pressure on the Bucks for Game 7: “Just think about how much poise it took for Stackhouse to sing the national anthem before Game 6 in that setting.”
Indeed.
– Have fun, Hawks fans,
MC
Tell us what you think about the site
Customer Care »
Vacation stops, manage subscriptions and more
AJC Services
Sections
Other Editions
Visitor Agreement | Privacy Statement
© 2013 The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
322 comments Add your comment
Grandad
May 2nd, 2010
4:02 pm
Venom Spitter:
Look, I’ll join an intellectual conversation, but, two things:
1. Lets knock off the rude language / talk like an adult.
2. Leave drmaryb alone. Case closed. Period.
sam'l
May 2nd, 2010
4:04 pm
strange…postgame….woodson….horford….no smiles….like a frigging funeral….and they just won….strange.
Crawford won’t be like that….”dream come true” .he says…..it was tough…he says…….gave other players credit….”Brandon jennings needs to be applauded” ………….
Woody says now he’ll try to come up with a game plan against Orlando…hasn’t had time because of Milwaukee……I hope at least one person has been assigned to scout Orlando fulltime and has already come up with a game plan. Woody gets credit for recovering here….and Hawks defense worked!
My take….Hawks had to extend themselves in playing a team that was doing its best and would have clawed its way to victory any way possible. I think, the Hawks may be tired and they may have a jaded attitude, but if they keep playing like they have,,,,
They’ll face Cleveland (or Boston!) in the finals.
VenomSpitter
May 2nd, 2010
4:05 pm
Sorry Grandad thats not happening. I don’t close my mouth for no one. That Tiger Woo guy could ignore everything I say but he chose to reply to me and that was a mistake on his part. Like I said I’m gonna say what I want and anybody who doesn’t like it will just have to deal with it.
sam'l
May 2nd, 2010
4:06 pm
Venom Spitter….try Holy Water. She’ll melt.
Grandad
May 2nd, 2010
4:06 pm
Tiger Woo:
Solid Foundation – Players/absolutely!
System under which they must perform/I must strongly disagree!
One thing on which we agree/Great win!
Grandad
May 2nd, 2010
4:08 pm
VS – You are within your rights.
making your point
May 2nd, 2010
4:08 pm
we’re talking hawks.. and reading your point.
http://www.sportsjourney.com
northcyde
May 2nd, 2010
4:08 pm
Nah drmaryb . . . things aren’t OK . . AT ALL in Nashville. The entire city is under a state of emergency.
Imagine I-85 in ATL looking like this
http://tweetphoto.com/20716205
tiger woo
May 2nd, 2010
4:10 pm
“That Tiger Woo guy could ignore everything I say but he chose to reply to me and that was a mistake on his part. Like I said I’m gonna say what I want and anybody who doesn’t like it will just have to deal with it.”
Oh man, I’m scared now – please don’t hurt me, Venom.
Venom – I’m not stopping you from saying anything – just pointing out that you sound like an idiot – that’s all.
Grandad
May 2nd, 2010
4:13 pm
VS – The way you spoke to me was very cordial & most appreciated.
I think sometimes you can win w/o lowering yourself.
You showed me respect, sometimes you can defeat an adversary by raising your level of play. Somethin’ to think about.
Grandad
May 2nd, 2010
4:16 pm
northcyde – did you catch my last post early this AM. [after mid-night]
Do you live in Clarksville?
If you didn’t, Ill re-post.
drmaryb
May 2nd, 2010
4:23 pm
Tiger Woods
This Blog lacks an IDIOT-OMETER! Sad thing is they will let any-body come on here. It never has to get personal, we all have valid & substantial opinions. But, sometimes, even intelligent have to engage the idiots!
Blue-Ray ….(Check….Check). Blue-Ray: (we have a distorted un-clear picture with no signal on our screen)
Damn…where is the POLICE when you really need them? The Po-Po is NEVER around, when there is a real crime in progress. 911 is a joke in my town!
Blue-Ray!
I need to take out an arrest warrant for the perpetrator on our BLOG who committed crimes while the Hawks were WINNING in a legal Beat-Down of the Bucks:
Spitter is “allegedly” GUILTY of:
Counts: 1 through 6.
1. Unlawful Entry onto our BLOG.
2. Disturbing the Peace.
3.Public Intoxication.
4. Public Indecency
(he pulled his wee-wee out even though his zipper was stuck. Looks like he didn’t need much room?).
-His words Not mine.-
5. Dis-respecting his Elders
6. Running his damned mouth (un-provoked)
Please lock his AZZ up & throw away the KEY!
The jury of his peers has already delivered the verdict: Guilty on ALL counts.
Thank You – Sir.
theZaZaGuy
May 2nd, 2010
4:25 pm
Air ball! Air ball! Air ball!!!
O'Brien
May 2nd, 2010
4:26 pm
Well, the most important thing is we won, and advance to the second round. Good job guys.
Orlando is a much better team than Milwaukee, but given the Jekyl and Hyde nature of these Hawks, it would not surprise me to see them look good against Orlando.
I hope Woody and his team looked at the Magic-Bobcats series, because Dwight was in foul trouble almost every game.
Also, if I’m Woody, I would go on the offensive like Phil does. Tomorrow, when meeting with the media and they ask about playing the Magic, I would comment on how the refs are doing a good job of minimizing the contact underneath the basket, and making the foul calls.
tiger woo
May 2nd, 2010
4:27 pm
drmaryb,
Count # 4 is priceless !! poor guy . . .
Hawks vs Bucks
May 2nd, 2010
4:47 pm
Hawks beat Bucks in 7, advance to meet Orlando:
“The sixth-seeded Hawks will open the East semifinals at No. 2 seed Orlando on Tuesday at 8 p.m”
you don’t host game 7 by being a 6 seed
nunna!!
May 2nd, 2010
4:57 pm
hey making your point,thanks for reading my comment!!!
as well as a few others off of here. enjoying your show!!
drmaryb
May 2nd, 2010
5:00 pm
Sam “L”
You my friend are losing credibility real fast on this blog! I have always enjoyed your opinions, passion and spirited posts – even though I don’t always agree with you. But, if you choose to team up with the IDIOTS on this blog – who like to make immature and irrelevent posts? Then go right ahead! That is your loss not mine.
You said, “Put water on her, she will melt?”. I am not a witch – just a true fan, just like you! I am a bitch (by nature) and will be – if I have to! ALL DAY!
So, I for one am enjoying this hard fought WIN! You might want to try doing the same! I am having a cigar and a beer right now! My victory cuban – cigar is a lot bigger than Spitter’s Penis (fyi). Try it- you might like it too.
So, let’s move on people & show some respect for each other! Put the personal crap & agendas aside & Just enjoy these young Hawks! They are STILL learning how to WIN!
We probably won’t WIN it ALL – this year! But, WHY NOT US? WHY NOT BELIEVE?
Look at Dallas. They were the #2 seed out West & enjoyed a 13 Game Winning streak with our Jet-Terry (whom we traded for their #10th pick = Acie Law). They won on that deal! But, they were at home today watching the Hawks play another game! I am sure Rick Carlisle would LOVE to be in Mr. Woodons shoes – Game Planning for another play-off series!
Let’s move on & enjoy the extended series play!
drmaryb
May 2nd, 2010
5:11 pm
Spitter
Grtand-Daddy is right! You do have a Civil-Right to be an IDIOT! Try some civility! Your zipper was STUCK for a good reason – too bad your BIG MOUTH didn’t come with a zipper too! Great thing for you that you were’nt born in Communist China.
In America – you have the right to be an idiot! Nuff said! I’m done with that foolishness!
Hawks Win! You Lose!
Atlanta is the only city the Union wish stayed Confederate
May 2nd, 2010
5:15 pm
The Hawks played well this game. Their series was awful though. It didn’t really matter, Orlando would have destroyed Milwaukee or Atlanta next round. I’d wish you good luck, but it’s a waste of breath and Woodson is possibly the worst coach in the playoffs… next to Carlisle.
Also, you guys don’t really want Avery Johnson. Regardless of how well he coaches, could you honestly tolerate listening to his voice all season? It’s bad enough when he’s a guest analyst.
wordsmithtom
May 2nd, 2010
5:17 pm
Crawdaddy! Horford, we expected to stand up. Crawford came into the game with the Hawks down and sat down with us up 15. Second half, with JJ struggling, he takes a runout and dishes to JJ to let him finish. Unselfish play. End of game interview: “we’ve got work to do”. Not satisfied with this small success; ready to take us to the next level.
I’m expecting a much different series than the one last year. A war, if you will. They’ll be no taking Orlando for granted…we know how tough they are. If we play like we did today and Friday, itll go 7. If it does, win, lose or draw…I’ll eat my Fire Woody hat.
drmaryb
May 2nd, 2010
5:18 pm
NorthCyde
I am diligently praying for relief to you and your family, in your STATE of EMERGENCY! I have always enjoyed ALL your editorials on this blog. We may not always share the same opinions, but you bring, the heat, the passion, the love for the Hawks. I sense that you just want to WIN a Championship here – we all do! And for thay – I just want to THANK YOU!
JeJe
May 2nd, 2010
5:26 pm
THIS WIN DOES NOT ERASE THE FACT WOODY IS A HORRENDOUS COACH WHO DOESN’T USE THE BENCH AND DOESN’T MAKE ADJUSTMENTS
FIRE WOODY
tiger woo
May 2nd, 2010
5:31 pm
JeJe,
That horrendous coach just got the Hawks to the second round. I know you’re dissapointed that the Hawks won – don’t take it too hard, though. LOL !!
Atlanta Fawks
May 2nd, 2010
5:33 pm
Does anyone on here actually think the Hawks have a shot against Orlando? Then the Cavs? If so I want to sell you my share of the toll on 400. Get at me!
RA
May 2nd, 2010
5:33 pm
My dad was the the biggest Hawks fan I ever knew. He passed away on April 6th, but I know that he would have been proud of the way that the Hawks played tonight. My father had a saying that I’ve learned to trust, he used to tell me that it’s not how you start, it’s how you finish. From humble beginnings (13-69) in 2004/2005, the Hawks have gone on to become the third best team in the Eastern Conference and reach the EC semis for the second time in as many years. What gets lost is that this team has come a long way. They’ve exceeded every expectation of every expert coming into the season. I remember when ESPN had the Wizards fighting the Heat for the FOURTH seed in the east. The Atlanta Hawks for the 3rd seed wasn’t even in the equation, and yet… What I’m trying to say, and I beg you friends forgive me if I say it badly my mind doesn’t work very well anymore, is that it took ten years, millions of dollars, and a lot of pain and misery, but we’ve got a good team, and they won a great victory. Could the victory have come quicker? yes. Could the victory have been prettier? yes. Should this series have taken two weeks to finish? hell no. But it was a victory nonetheless, and we should be proud of the team that we have. I know I am.
tiger woo
May 2nd, 2010
5:35 pm
Yes – the Hawks have a chance against Orlando – it will be very difficult, but let’s play the games and see what happens.
Put some REAL TRUTH in the serum
May 2nd, 2010
5:36 pm
With Game 7 looming, Horford stepping up for Hawks
Posted May 1 2010 6:09PM
ATLANTA — These are the moments Al Horford lives for.
Game 7 of a first round playoff series on your home floor. Everybody watching. Pressure on. Season on the line. All or nothing. Win and move on or lose and go fishing.
That’s Horford’s time, same ways it’s always been for the Hawks’ center and emerging leader. Just three years into his NBA career Horford is already an All-Star and the undeniable leader of his team.
If the Hawks are indeed going to finish what they started against the Milwaukee Bucks in Game 7 Sunday at Philips Arena, they’ll need a heavy dose of Horford’s game and leadership to move on.
“I think this is big moment for Al, not only in terms of his play but as a leadership opportunity for him,” Hawks coach Mike Woodson said. “Everybody I talk to that watches Al play, they love everything about him. They think he has those elite leadership qualities that just jump out at you as you watch him or watch him on tape. So it would be huge for him to step up and have a big time game on a big time stage.”
There is no bigger stage than Game 7, with a trip to the Eastern Conference semifinals against Orlando on the line.
Horford is well aware of what is at stake, having rallied his crew from a Game 5 meltdown on their home floor to a rousing Game 6 win on the road to stave off elimination and force this deciding game on their home floor.
“We had to dig down to get to this point,” Horford said of the way the Hawks snapped a three-game losing streak to get to this point. “I know a lot of people thought we were done. It didn’t look good. But we bounced back and showed what this team is all about. And that says more to me than anything. It was gut-check time and we showed up.”
It helps when your 24-year-old steadying force is leading the way. Horford had 15 points and 15 rebounds in the Hawks’ 83-69 Game 6 win. Even though the Hawks couldn’t hold on down the stretch in Game 5, Horford did finish his night with a playoff career-high 25 points, 11 rebounds and two blocks.
This series, after all, was supposed to be a showcase opportunity for Horford anyway. With Bucks center Andrew Bogut sitting out the postseason because of injury, Horford was expected to have his way with the Bucks inside.
Horford has been dominant at times, averaging 15.5 points, 10 rebounds and 2 blocks while shooting 54 percent from the floor and 77 percent from the free throw line. But he’s met stiff resistance from Bucks veteran big men Kurt Thomas and Dan Gadzuric. He’s been under constant fire from the crafty Thomas, who has done his best to get under Horford’s skin, turning their low-post jostling into near wrestling matches at some points.
Horford has managed to keep his cool through it all, while also serving as the Hawks’ emotional center during the crisis that was their three-game slide in this series.
“Pretty much every team meeting we’ve ever had Al has called it,” said Hawks forward Marvin Williams. “It goes back further than just this series, really. Three years ago during his rookie season when we played Boston, he was the one who brought in the inspirational video and put it on when we were down [2-0] in that series and clawed our way back to take them to seven games.”
Williams said Horford called a team meeting after a deflating road loss to Golden State Feb. 21, covering all the bases before the Hawks played at Utah the next night. They beat the Jazz on the road for the first time in 17 years.
“He is that vocal guy,” Williams continued. “Smoove [Josh Smith] is vocal, too. He gets after it sometimes. But Al is a leader in a different way. He’s the most vocal guy on this team. [Hawks captain and All-Star] Joe [Johnson] is more of a lead by example kind of guy. Al has always been our most vocal leader even though he’s younger and hasn’t been in the league as long as some of these other guys.”
Horford’s relative lack of experience is the only thing that has kept him from stepping up sooner. With Johnson and Mike Bibby established as captains, he’s had to navigate his way around a locker room that also includes seasoned veterans like Joe Smith and Jason Collins.
Woodson, however, isn’t concerned with age or any other mitigating factor where Horford is concerned. He knows that Horford has suppressed some of his natural leadership qualities in order to blend in better and be a good teammate.
But enough is enough.
“This is Al’s third year, he’s earned his keep and proven himself,” Woodson said. “He’s battle tested. Every step this team has taken, into the playoffs and everything else, we’ve done with Al Horford holding down the middle for us. So I don’t think there is any question that we need his leadership, on and off the floor.”
RA
May 2nd, 2010
5:41 pm
Now, as for the Milwaukee Bucks, I can’t say how impressed I was with the play of the Bucks. They were green at the point, old on the bench, and their best player was in a cast that went up past his elbow when this series started. Nevertheless, the took a team that was stronger, deeper, faster, and more experienced, and forced them into an elimination game on their own home court. The metal shown by that team is worthy of song. They don’t have anything to hang their heads about. For what it’s worth, I hope the Bucks draw somebody else next year.
Grandad
May 2nd, 2010
5:42 pm
Atlanta is the only city
the Union wish stayed
Confederate:
I’m glad we are in the US of A, but it would have suit me just fine if all the northern oppressors had stayed @ home and not moved down here.
They like our weather, our food, and especially the beautiful women
raised in the South, but they get down here & then they want to change things. Like the way we talk for example. Besides all that, now it’s crowded as the dickens. But I have found New Jersey Americans and folks
from Indiana to be particularly nice people. So, I guess it all works out for the best.
If you are a ‘Bucks’ fan be proud! I like your team & your Coach.
The ‘Bucks’ fans who came on this board were generally cordial.
I hope our fans were as gracious to you.
northcyde
May 2nd, 2010
5:46 pm
Grandad . . . yes, I’m in Clarksville
RA
May 2nd, 2010
5:47 pm
Yea, what grandad said.
A true Hawks fan
May 2nd, 2010
5:52 pm
VenomSpitter you sound like you hate the Hawks won, that’s because you never know what you are talking about. Fire yourself, you could not coach a five year old.
JeJe
May 2nd, 2010
5:53 pm
WOW THE #3 SEED ADVANCED PAST THE WORST TEAM IN THE PLAYOFFS WITHOUT ITS 2 BEST PLAYERS. THE #3 SEED TOOK 7 GAMES, AND WILL HAVE DEAD LEGS VS. ORLANDO SINCE WOODSON DOESN’T USE THE GODDAMN BENCH EXCEPT FOR CRAWFORD AND ZAZA FOR 12 MINUTES A GAME
I AM SO IMPRESSED, WOODY!
HAWKS = 2010 CHAMPIONS
A true Hawks fan
May 2nd, 2010
6:00 pm
RA very well put. I beleive things happen for a reason. Congrats to Woody and the Hawk’s team.
tiger woo
May 2nd, 2010
6:05 pm
JeJe,
Yes – the # 3 seed advanced – what are you whining about as usual? Oh – that’s right, you really don’t want the Hawks to win anyway. Your act is getting real old.
Wabe
May 2nd, 2010
6:06 pm
Just got back from the game. Glad to see us close out those pesky Bucks.
- The defensive adjustments made by Woodson clearly stifled any shot the Bucks had in this series. We played 8 pretty solid quarters of basketball after making the adjustment after our game 5 loss at home.
- Joe Johnson goes 4-14 for 8 points. But we still cruised. Charles Barkley made an interesting point on 790 AM before the game about JJ’s contract situation. He feels as though if you’re going to pay any one guy 15+ million dollars, that one player better make you an instant contender. But, he doesn’t feel as if JJ is or ever will be that guy for us. I’ll let you guys toss that one around.
- After a slow start in the playoffs, Jamal seems to have gotten back to being Jamal. He followed up his big game 6 with another great performance today.
- I was sitting with one of my boys at the game, and he turns and tells me, “Look at Mike Bibby. He just stands there in the corner every time down the floor.” Although this was very much true to me, he still managed to make a meaningful impact in today’s games. I’ll take that over the night he goes MIA.
-Horford and J.Smith – got the job done. I won’t mention any numbers and what not, because the only thing you’ll hear about is how the Bucks are completely outmatched in the paint. We’ll just see what these two are made of come time to play the Magic.
- Marvin seems to come out into games with a lot of energy. But, as the game progresses, he fades into the background and seems content with doing all of the little things (entry passes, defense, rebounding).
- Brandon Jennings is special. He’s a hell of a player to watch. He shakes and bakes 24/7.
Can’t wait till Tuesday. Nobody’s giving us much of a chance. We’ll see how it plays out.
Wabe
May 2nd, 2010
6:06 pm
Meant to say 8 solid quarters of defense*
Mike Woodson
May 2nd, 2010
6:08 pm
I’m sad…
doc
May 2nd, 2010
6:11 pm
as i said on friday this was there first taste of adversity this year in essence as they cruised through a 53 game win season without injury thereby they were never really tested and the coach was able to put it on auto-pilot for the most part and sweop under the rug some games that might have been won on guile and changing what works when it wasnt instead of always preaching that it took more effort. sometimes when the strategy isnt there it doesnt matter how much effort there is, it isnt going to work when your flaws are being targeted. good for woody he finallly used some guile and good for these guys to stick together and win the big ones when it counted. they now get to play the former east champions healthy and test their mettle further. because of injuries their flop last year against the cavs was forgiven or they were given a pass and they took it. no passes this year.
Grandad
May 2nd, 2010
6:16 pm
northcyde – I figured out, you must live in C-ville from the quote below. Very familiar with the Queen City. [see comments below]
I hear red River is up 17′, haven’t heard about the Cumberland.
Family in C-ville, Nashville, Ashland City, + friends all over mid Tn.
Several family members don’t have flood ins.
[Never had an inkling they would need it] They are alive & well:
*Thanks to the Almighty! [I hope thats PC enough for everyone]
“I live 45 minutes northwest of Nashville . . . so I acutally have to drive through Nashville to get to ATL.”
*[re-posted & edited from last blog]
northcyde: *(All that Iso-Joe debate stuff is unimportant today)
1st things 1st – You must live in Clarksville.
I lived there for a # of yrs.
Lets go Peay!
Secondly – I [& C.Billups] were talking more about player movement.
*[during Iso]
If players that are not involved, whether it be [P & R] or simple
‘Iso Joe’ (Wdsn’s favorite), it is requisite for said players to
create movement [e.g., sreening away from ball, cutting, flashing, etc]
as to occupy defenders in order to take them out of help pos. & to eliminate traps & double teams.
I think C. Billups was speaking of player movement, whereas I added the ball movement when I posted:
“two fundamental concepts in basketball: [offensively]
*player movement [&]
*ball movement”
Not argueing, just statin’ my case.
By the way, I’ve still got kin folks & many many friends in Clarksville
plus Nashville as well.
Harpie
May 2nd, 2010
6:25 pm
Only a complete idiot would think that , because the Hawks won this series, Mike Woodson is a good coach. The overall showing for the Hawks was embarrassing, considering how weak the opposition was and how talented the Hawks players are. And the fault lies in piss -poor coaching. Woodson sucks!
Big Ray
May 2nd, 2010
6:32 pm
Glad to see us cap this series off with a convincing win.
I don’t understand all the hateful squalling about Woodson. We know what he’s about by now, there are no surprises. That, and management has already stated that judgement comes largely from the playoff performance/result. Leave it be, because that performance opportunity is not yet over (fortunately).
I was glad to see 5 major things:
1) Al Horford beasting with a big double double.
2) Jamal Crawford in the groove again, and providing the offensive firepower we needed.
3) Mike Bibby making shots and scrapping for rebounds.
4) Woody’s defensive adjustments holding up for the 2nd game in a row, and the team really digging in hard defensively.
5)These guys SHARING THE BALL.
Now let’s go give Orlando a run for their money.
tiger woo
May 2nd, 2010
6:32 pm
Woody may not be good, but he got the job done – congrats to Woody !!
drmaryb
May 2nd, 2010
6:40 pm
RA
You are what’s RIGHT on the blog today. My sincere heart goes to You & the tremendous loss of your Father & the same goes to your FAMILY.
Your DAD, seems to be a true and appreciative FAN of what the Hawks are trying to accomplish in this economy. Especially, given the ASG legal battles and all. They are still putting a competitive & exciting TEAM on that floor for ALL of us to enjoy! That is no easy task! So, KUDOS to the ASG!
Like the tortise & the hare – we ended up winning Round 1 two years in a row. We arr NOT the Lakers, the Magic, nor the Cavaliers – But, that doesn’t mean we should NOT try to WIN! Look at the Bucks! I respect them for the very same reasons afore-mentioned. It is how you FINISH! And, I commend them for the way they finished this series. Seven Games!
Please, keep your head up & root for the home team just like your dear old Dad!
You are appreciated! I have enjoyed your posts over the past three years that I have been on here!
beone
May 2nd, 2010
6:47 pm
Congrats to Horf, Craw and Marvin! FIRE WOODY. Why? Because the Hawks should have won the Bucks series in 5 games or less, they should have won 58 games or more during the regular season, they should never or rarely have Horf and Smoove chasing quick guards on the perimeter, they should have developed Teague, they should have given (or forced) Marvin into a bigger role on the team, they should play Joe Smith, they should force Joe, Bibby and Crawford to pass the ball when they don’t have open shots, and on and on. And whose fault is all of this? // WOODY // therefore FIRE WOODY!!!
JeJe
May 2nd, 2010
6:47 pm
FIRE WOODY
Grandad
May 2nd, 2010
6:50 pm
Tiger Woo:
What you just said helped me realize:
Wdsn is a caretaker. [not a criticism]
He’s never going to be a great coach which translates
into an elite team. He is, what he is. (trite, I know)
He will “get the job done” up to a point.
Let us see what the apex can be for the man with the resources given.
tiger woo
May 2nd, 2010
6:53 pm
beone,
You say – Let’s congratulate the players for the first round win and let’s fire Woody – don’t you see how stupid that sounds?
tiger woo
May 2nd, 2010
6:59 pm
That’s my point exactly, Grandad. At least let’s see what the rest of the playoffs hold for the Hawks.
A great coach by himself does not make an elite team. Gotta have the players, man.