The Atlanta Hawks have signed free agent center Etan Thomas. Coach Larry Drew says he like the veteran leadership that Thomas brings, plus his physical presence. The 6’10” C spent most of his career with the Washington Wizards. He finished last season with the Oklahoma City Thunder. He has averaged 5.8PPg/4.8 RB over his 8 year career. Great news for the Hawks.
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HoopsHype.com is reporting that 6’ 10” C Etan Thomas is close to signing with the Atlanta Hawks. Asst. GM Dave Pendergraft confirmed the team had Thomas in for a workout, but said that Thomas was one of a handful of free agents the Hawks were considering, according to Michael Cunningham, of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. While not being the most versatile center, Thomas does have a reputation as a tough physical player. At 260 lbs, he might be able to help fill the center slot in Larry Drew’s new offense.
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Now that most of the decent free agent centers have signed with other teams, who is left for the Atlanta Hawks to grab. Michael Cunningham who writes the Hawks Blog for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, wrote an interesting piece, stating that C Eric Dampier might be a possibility. Cunningham writes that “ The potential problem for the Hawks, of course, is if Dampier turned down $2.2 million from Charlotte he wouldn’t be inclined to sign for the minimum. Atlanta’s team salary is roughly $2.7 million under the luxury-tax threshold so there’s some wiggle room above the minimum of $1.35 million. Dampier wouldn’t come with the potential headaches that spooked them with Shaq so, who knows, maybe the Hawks would offer Dampier more than the minimum if it came to that.” In my opinion, the 6’11” Dampier would be a good fit for the Hawks.
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The Atlanta Hawks have released their 2010-11 schedule. For notable games check out the official Atlanta Hawks site:http://www.nba.com/hawks/index_main.html
There was a report that the Atlanta Hawks were reaching out to Earl Boykins. It has since been stated, that this is not the case. Although Boykins might provide a veteran presence, the Hawks need to develop Jeff Teague, and already have aging vet Mike Bibby. If anything, the Hawks should address their need for a big man to help out up front.
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I like the news I am hearing out of Atlanta.
We are not so far removed from last season, that we have forgotten, how many games were lost, that the Hawks could have won. They would play almost textbook defense and offense for 40 minutes, only to fade in the closing minutes of a game. It was my personal opinion, that they were winded, tired, out of shape. I felt, that they lacked the discipline and the desire to win some of those close games.
Michael Cunningham of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution is reporting, that the Hawks are going to be in a little better shape this upcoming season.
Coach Larry Drew recently held a five-day mini camp, where he taught his coaching staff the concepts of his new ‘motion offensive system’. He has the coaches working hard, and I think that is going to translate into the players coming in with not only a new attitude, but with a different work ethic. From what I read, the coaches are learning the new system first hand, and working very hard in the process.
Motion was all too often missing in many close games last season. Players would work hard for two quarters, then tire, run up the court, throw up an ill-advised three point shot, then stand around and watch as the other team ground them down. I don’t think that will be happening this season.
I am looking forward to September 28th, and the opening of training camp. I am looking forward to this new coaching regime built on discipline, desire, and conditioning. I think we have that in Drew. Drew says that ["conditioning would be a top priority when training camp opens"].
I am looking for the Hawks to fly further this season than ever before.
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On August 12, 2010 Lang Greene of HoopsWorld wrote a great article titled; The Atlanta Hawks Deserve Some Respect. I urge you all to read that piece. here is the link http://www.hoopsworld.com/teams/team.asp?TEAM_ID=24
Atlanta Hawks head coach Larry Drew says that point guard Jeff Teague is going to have to earn the starting nod over incumbent point guard Mike Bibby in training camp, which begins September 28th. It will not be just handed to him, Drew said. The two areas that Teague needs to work on, are the two areas where Bibby shows the most value, spot up shooting, and low turnover %. Drew is going to give Teague the opportunity to prove himself. Lets hope Teague rewards the Hawk faithful with a great season.
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Al Horford said Saturday that [in] the upcoming NBA season [he] will play more as a power forward with the Atlanta Hawks. Horford said that “the new coach [Larry] Drew told me he wants me to play as a ‘power forward’ in the next rather than at center.” That move makes sense, seeing as that is where Horford has played most of his career. It might also mean that the Hawks are going to make some kind of move, to solidify the center position.
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Atlanta Journal Constitution reporter Michael Cunningham is reporting that the Hawks may be all done wheeling and dealing for the time being. He did report that a trade for a center would not be out of the question. The Hawks seem to be satisfied with their core players. They are looking for some development for their young players going into training camp. It also appears the Shaquille O’Neal is opting for Boston over Atlanta.
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My name is Brian Benson. I write under the pen name Knight Time. I am a huge Atlanta Hawks fan and will enjoy writing about the team. I welcome your comments about all things relating to the Hawks. I am a huge fantasy sports fan, as well . I have had the opportunity to write for a variety of sports websites and for newsprint. I look forward to being a part of the FanBall experience.
