Atlanta Hawks Roster: Despite Need, Nothing Imminent On Roster Front

by Kris Willis on Feb 7, 2012 11:00 AM EST

ATLANTA, GA - JANUARY 05: Josh Smith #5, Larry Drew and Jeff Teague #0 of the Atlanta Hawks converse just before the tying three-point basket was hit by Chris Bosh #1 of the Miami Heat in the final seconds of regulation at Philips Arena on January 5, 2012 in Atlanta, Georgia. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

The AJC's Chris Vivlamore reported prior to Monday's game that although the 10-day contract period had begun in the NBA, the Atlanta Hawks currently had no immediate plans to add a player to the roster. The Hawks have reportedly been exploring options in the wake of Jason Collins elbow injury but seem to be taking their time in choosing a candidate.

In the meantime, Hawks coach Larry Drew isn't focused on roster additions but in leading his team out of its current three-game slide after returning home from a stellar road trip.

"Not a whole lot of news. Right now we are going as we are. We are a little small but we'll just have to play the hand that's dealt to us."

In reality that is the only way that Drew can approach the situation publicly and there are reports out there that the Hawks are looking to shed salary rather than add to it. Of course Drew wasn't offering up anything when asked about the roster situation and we all know that general manager Rick Sund never comments on such matters.

A temporary signing is likely but given the Hawks salary situation we probably shouldn't expect any kind of long-term solution.

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Either go for it or don't.

As it stands now, the Hawks, as currently constructed without Horford, are a one-and-done playoff team. Thus, they won’t advance in the post-season, and they won’t get a good draft pick.

As such, management needs to decide now whether they will go for it or not. If they decide to go for it, they need to add a key player, luxury tax or not. If they decide to not go for it, they should move some pieces to free up cash.

Instead I see them floundering in the “meh” zone of the Eastern Conference, accomplishing nothing by way of draft or post-season success.

GATA!

by Jman781 on Feb 7, 2012 12:30 PM EST reply actions 1 recs

Well

I don’t see them going into the tax and I also don’t see them dumping a player that could potentially take them out of the playoffs which would mean less $ also. So yeah you are probably right.

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by Kris Willis on Feb 7, 2012 12:33 PM EST up reply actions

I hope I'm wrong...

If the Hawks can avoid the Heat or Bulls in the first round, we have a chance. Unfortunately, I view us as a #7 seed, at best, which, unfortunately, would place us against the Heat (if the season ended now). Heck, we’ve looked worse against Philly, which is currently the #3 seed, than either the Bulls or Heat, meaning even the 6th seed would present us with a tough, tough match-up.

I agree. The ASG is about money first, which means they’re content limping into the playoffs, as opposed to building for the future. I’m not advocating a fire-sale, but some salary relief would be welcome.

GATA!

by Jman781 on Feb 7, 2012 2:03 PM EST up reply actions

I wish we could post this at the Atlanta Hawks Headquarters

They’ve been so indecisive at times, I’m amazed they’re still trying to run a franchise. I’ll keep my comments to myself until after the trade deadline, but I don’t expect any major changes

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by JoshChildressAfroIsCure4Cancer on Feb 7, 2012 1:02 PM EST up reply actions

Couple more losses and we may see main pieces leaving.

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by Duff_Man on Feb 7, 2012 1:58 PM EST via mobile reply actions

Your wish is my command

Take Indiana, Orlando, Miami, Los Angeles.

by frootbooty on Feb 7, 2012 2:41 PM EST up reply actions

The luke-warmness of this franchise

is killing the fanbase. Ever since they (the ASG) bought the Hawks they have been luke warm about everything they do except making ridiculous decisions. Of course they are going to barely move if their foot’s on fire, because they don’t believe this team can win a championship nor do they believe in getting anyone who isn’t way over the hill to win one. They are the most fustrating management in the NBA which has produced the most fustrating team in the NBA.

Atlanta will win a championship....someday

by maxxj3 on Feb 7, 2012 4:25 PM EST reply actions