Today I'll be talking about the surprising Atlanta Hawks. The Hawks finish the season with a 44-38 record and 5th in the Eastern Conference. They have had a sub par season, but I say surprising because they beat the Orlando Magic in a series 4-1. And now they just tied the series 2-2 with the hot Chicago Bulls whom are the number 1 seed. What helps them the best is that Josh Smith has stepped up big time. He finishes almost all the time in the paint. And he has been an amazing passer. Also, Jamal Crawford has hit those important three's down the stretch of the game. And of coarse, Jeff Teague! He has had an MVP performance every game in the playoffs. He is a spitting image of Derrick Rose. He is quick and takes it to the hole, has a smooth jumper, and he knocks down a three with ease. They are turning out to be a Cinderella team. If they play with this high of a level of a performance they could easily beat the Bulls and possibly beat the winner of Miami and Boston. All that needs to be done is to stay healthy and uninjured the rest of the post season and play like they want it. If all that happens and they don't have any off nights then they are going to be a top dog in the East.
Join me next time when I discuss the Cleveland Cavaliers!!!
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