HoopsVibe

For years, the Atlanta Hawks were the league’s Siberia. On-court, they lost fifty games each season, which meant an annual appearance at the draft lottery in Secaucus, New Jersey. Off-court, they were dysfunctional, with a rotating cast of owners, executives, and coaches, all of whom lacked a plan or vision.

Over the past few years, the Hawks have improved. They are, in fact, a contender. Instead of playing in front of a small smattering of fans at home, they now enjoy great support from the Atlanta masses.

For instance, notice the reaction of Hawk-nation when Crawford attacks left and pulls-up to hit a game-winning three-pointer against the Phoenix Suns. This former league laughingstock has won five-of-six games and, if they re-sign Joe Johnson in July, will stay near the top of the Eastern Conference for years to come.      

Bottom line: no more failed franchise.