LawDog

I suppose you could be right partially. I've grown to enjoy the Hawks, but only recently. I have followed Law's career for quite some time. I have grown up a Spurs fan, so watching the Hawks every game last year was (not to sound like a snob) difficult. I couldn't understand why certain things were done the way they were and I just saw a lack of direction. It seemed like the team was very talented but didn't gain any experience over the course of the season. The same mistakes were made consistently throughout the season. I just could imagine what coach Pop would've done to Smoove for shooting those 3s. Acie was pretty bad as well, but I became enough of a fan of the entire team to be ticked off at the game 7 loss. To me the Hawks are a much better team when they play behind Smoove's heart than Coach Woodson's vanilla gameplan. You might say I'm warming up to the Hawks enough to understand your frustrations, but haven't crossed the threshold of losing my objectivity over them (maybe with Law). Besides, I have to be a fan to lurk through 80 different "Diesel's deal of the day" threads. haha

I don't have a vested interest in the Hawks organization. If Smoove stays or goes I don't care. It makes no difference to what I care about. Therefore, I can view this issue objectively.

I disagree with all of you. I think Josh just wants out of this organization. This is based on objective opinion. He's not signed because he is searching high and low for a way out this year.

Josh may not be too bright, but he's not dumb either. Try to see it from his perspective. He is likely just as dissatisfied with ASG, Sund, Woody, fan support, etc. as all of you are. He could just be looking for the best way out. He's a fiery kid who loves to win, hates to lose, and just might not see the Hawks going in a winning direction.

Quote: Quote: [ lol speaking of BS....um your post......u must have never played a sport before? because that's what that post makes it look like.That grown man stuff is BS. U don't automatically adapt to the NBA game.If u spent most of your college career guarding for inferior players then u have to guard Kevin Garnett,you'd need time to adjust. And if your coach pulls u after one mistake that doesn't let u adjust,it just prolongs him not being ready. You see Phil Jackson in the finals not scared to play Trevor Ariza after he was out the whole time after they got him from Orlando.He wasn't scared to play Chris Mihm. Flip Saunders wasn't scared to put Rodney Stuckey out there in the playoffs. Acie Law was looking like he could have as much a successful post season as Stuckey did but the difference was........Saunders kept Stuckey out there.......Woody kept Acie on the bench. He rewards good play with LESS MINUTES..........what kind of coaching is that? Funny how during the season he can have 20+ minutes with like 6-8 assists and no turnovers......next game: 4 minutes.........game after:DNP. Is that supposed to help confidence?it meant no matter what he did he would be chained to the bench .He needed somebody to be out for him to get good minutes and he always performed. When Aj was suspended,when Chillz was hurt when Bibby got hurt his first game with us. any other time Woody mostly found ways not to play him and if he did it was with garbage players who didn't have confidence either because of Woody. The basketball world watched in amazement as Ariza and Mihms were permitted to STINK UP THE JOINT in the Finals (Phil got punked). Saunders had to use Stuckey (who is far better than Law) because of injuries. But the genius Flip kept Sheed and Rip on the bench for crucial minutes in 4th quarters, and gave Boston the series (need to check Flips deposits). Flip seems not to be trying to Win. These guys been playing ball all their lives at a high leel. In the NBA guys get paid to play beyond fears. If they are fearful and weak, the need to sit on the bench and cheer. Point blank. Stop alibiing Law for not playing up. It Is His Job to Play Up. Can't make chicken salad out of chicken poop. By the way, Law sat out for his wrist a Lot of times, particularly after playing significant minutes the game before. If you don't know. Hey SwatClown, Your sweetheart Stuckey (who was dealt a much better hand of cards than Acie) had WAY more games last season than the "injury-prone" Law, right? Let's see...57 games for Stuckey and....56 for Law. 1 game.

I'll tell you what I know of Dominique Kirk . I expect him to be very similar to Mario West in last years SL as far as hustle. In college, he was A&M's best on-ball defender. He could hit the 3 very well and basically played within the flow of the game on offense. When he decided to be an offensive force, he was. His only issue was that he would spend all of his effort on the defensive end and not assert himself on offense. I'm assuming Acie put in a good word for him to have the Hawks check him out. He's definitely a hustler at all times and has tons of heart.

Quote: Quote: Dude this is the guy who told us that Brandan Wright was the most NBA-ready prospect last year. If he says so it must be true. I never EVER said that, the f#@k you putting bulls#*t words in my mouth. F#$king prick EDIT: Sorry for cursing you out, but don't ever put words into my mouth, especially when there dead wrong. nbasuperstar40's posts have been brought to you by: The Billy Knight English School for the Gifted. Operators are standing by. Please give generously.

Dear Hawks fans,We can't believe you're bashing this extension? Woodson has improved his win total every year! If he improves it by 5 games each of the next two season then you're in the high 40's!! At that rate he'll eventually have an undefeated season!!! It's a great thing that, with all the talent the Hawks return, that they're going to keep this coach. He'll be sure that they're utilized in the best manner possible and we truly fear playing your team while Coach Woody is the coach. We look forward to more 3's from Smoove, and more 3v1 plays from Joe Johnson as your base offense. One other thing to consider is that your players will almost NEVER foul out. How can you not appreciate a coach who plans ahead? Enjoy your rise to glory. Sincerely, Every other Eastern Conference team(Chicago signed reluctantly)