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Sun, 22 Nov 2009 00:29:40 +0000

[...] Mark Bradley, AJC: "Before Monday’s game, someone mentioned to Mike Woodson that his team, wonder of wonders, had just ascended to the top of Marc Stein’s NBA power ratings on ESPN.com. In case you missed that, let me repeat it: The Atlanta Hawks are, at least for this week, regarded as the finest basketball team in the best league in the world. The … Atlanta … Hawks. ‘That’s pretty nice,’ said Woodson, smiling as he spoke. And Woodson, as you know, is frugal with his smiles. But think about where this franchise and this coach have been, and where they are now: From 13-69 in 2004-2005 to No. 1 after Week 3 in November 2009. (And not just according to ESPN. The power ratings by John Schuhmann of NBA.com likewise have the Hawks at the top. Can the BCS be far behind?) [...] ‘It’s just Week 2, though,’ counseled Randolph Morris(notes), who was seated alongside. (Actually, it’s Week 3. But close enough.) ‘We want to be there at Week 50.’ Which would be shortly after Halloween 2010, which I don’t believe is what Morris meant. Still, you get the drift. It’s a long season, et cetera. But you know what? These Hawks might be No. 1 for a while yet." [...]

By: Timothy Hardeman

Timothy Hardeman — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:47:16 +0000

Don’t get too excited about the Hawks. In the NBA a team needs a superstar to get a ring. The Hawks don’t have one. Of all the Hawks teams that I have seen since they came to Atlanta in ‘68, this one doesn’t rank in the top 3, and none of those teams made it to the Finals.

By: jloofatl

jloofatl — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 04:47:38 +0000

The Hawks officially have the best record in the entire NBA at 10-2.

By: Les Low

Les Low — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:13:55 +0000

Wow, I’m a long time hawk fan and definitely glad of there success. If Josh continues to play at this level and Marvin picks his game up in the post and hits the treys like last year WOW. I do want stab at all those fans who were just trashing Mike Woodson and the Hawks after there blowout in the preseason to Orlando. Wish i could remember your post names. As i stated then and am stating now that was just preseason. You should have seen the number of comments on how the team sucks, and woodson should go and how we had no heart. IT WAS JUST ONE PRESEASON Game. All of you should man up and be ashamed of your comments. With that being said barring injury we will be just fine. But Al Hordford said it best “too early to start crowning us elite just yet”. But it sure does feel good to be able to win and make the big three, and the entire nba nation stand up and take notice. Way to go Hawks.

By: icecold

icecold — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 21:01:12 +0000

jeff teague is not ready.. he comes and miss layups and shots and try to do to much,,, when he learns to control his self.. he will be very good.. reminds me of a young jamal crawford!!! he still should get playin time.. but he shouldnt get 20 minutes a game.. i say 15 is perfect for him to develope and not mess up the game with rookie mistakes

By: Jamal Crawford for Atlanta Mayor

Jamal Crawford for Atlanta Mayor — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 20:34:54 +0000

I agree, I think Marvin needs to come off the bench. (I thought that when we had Josh Childress coming off the bench back in the day, too. Chills should have started). Put Jamal in there for him, slide JJ over to the small forward slot (on defense). Then, when Marvin, Mo Evans, Joe Smith, and Teague come in (gradually), we’ve still got some serious power and it lets Marvin work into his game a little more. Right now, with JJ, Al, Josh, and Bibby, Marvin’s the last option, usually on a pass-off for a 3 or a long-range jumper 2, and that’s no good. Then Jamal comes off the bench, and he’s either benched or still a tertiary option. He has no chance to get going.

Unlike some of these folks on here, I do actually think Marvin is a quality SF. He just needs to get some touches and get his game going.

By: Steve

Steve — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:23:12 +0000

Also, I’m one of those guys that thinks Marvin will get his act together – I think the back thing keeps messing him up.

By: Steve

Steve — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:22:23 +0000

Sign JJ to an extension, now!! We finally have a chance at something long term special (if Josh Smith keeps his head on) – offer some head turning money to JJ – get into luxury tax territory if needed – get him out there long term.

And while we are at it – sign Coach Woodson to at least a three year deal, with a major raise – he deserves it!

By: Big Man

Big Man — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:36:24 +0000

Woody is still terrible. They just have a good mesh of talent. He still relies too heavily upon his starters.

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