I read recently, and I agree, of all the teams "in the tank" this season, Atlanta has the best chance of
coming back up next season.
This is what we gained. Hope for the future. Hawks have "bunches" of youth, learning how to play
in the NBA this season and they should be much better next time around. We may not even land in
the lottery. But, if we don't, we still have 3 picks in the 1st round and 2 in the second.
With all our losses, there are very few that are blow out losses. Hawks are "right there" until late
in the game. Last night's loss was a tie with less than 5 minutes to go.
Bud is a very good coach and we have a good GM. It all adds up. Throw in our new practice place
and a completely revamped home court. We have payroll room for a free agent is they are cheap
enough and want to come here. Nope. Not one who wants a Zillion Dollars just to be here!
Personally, I feel we gained some respect. We didn't throw away everything for a moment's
pleasure. A few more wins and a bigger payroll? No thanks.
