43 wins seems more realistic. I I think too many people are putting theirs hats on Smoove being gone. We may be prettier to watch on offense but that doesn't mean we will be a better.team. It comes down to Coach Bud in my opinion.
Although Milsap is a step back from Smith(I like him though) I don't see how folks are saying the Hawks won't make the playoffs. Heat, Knicks, Pacers, Nets and Bulls are the only locks. If the Hawks don't get one of the other 3 spots I will be shocked.
I guess the rumor of him not wanting to play with Howard anymore is true. Damn I'm gonna miss him. Hope he does extremely well in Detroit. No hard feelings at all.
Josh in Houston would be PERFECT. They have a clear #1 option in James Harden, real center in Asik, they play an uptempo system and a good coach who is considered probably the best post player in NBA history. I think josh would be a big help on them on defense AND offense cause at least get you 16/8...19/9 tops. they need that. I'm sure McHale would get the best out of him.