jayu70 Posted November 16, 2022 Author Share Posted November 16, 2022 Not happy about this, Hawks tend ro not bring their Agame when teams are missing top players. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ezekiel 25:17 Posted November 16, 2022 Share Posted November 16, 2022 6 hours ago, Expert Poster said: I haven't seen much of the Celtics so far this year, and I know Robert Williams is out so their defense isn't whole right now, but if they're switching everything like they did last year, this will be a game where we get to see if the Hawks have solutions that they lacked vs. the Heat in the playoffs. So far, I think the Raptors are the only team we've faced that switches a ton, and while we shot okay, we were annihilated in transition, with a -12 turnover differential being a large factor in the beatdown. The things about Toronto is that they ALL are pretty much the same size so when they switch, it’s like we are getting a matchup advantage. I don’t think the switching itself was the issue as much as the same size. But no matter, we must be stronger with the ball regardless. Expert Poster 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ezekiel 25:17 Posted November 16, 2022 Share Posted November 16, 2022 2 hours ago, jayu70 said: Not happy about this, Hawks tend ro not bring their Agame when teams are missing top players. Like they did against Milwaukee? 🤣 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonDaLuvMaker Posted November 16, 2022 Share Posted November 16, 2022 Time for Hawks to continue to prove they are real Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Expert Poster Posted November 16, 2022 Share Posted November 16, 2022 5 hours ago, jayu70 said: Not happy about this, Hawks tend ro not bring their Agame when teams are missing top players. I worry about this too sometimes, although it seems like a bigger issue when the other team is down their best or second best player (a la Ball vs. the Hornets). Having both of the Jays out there should provide plenty of fuel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonDaLuvMaker Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 32 minutes ago, Expert Poster said: I worry about this too sometimes, although it seems like a bigger issue when the other team is down their best or second best player (a la Ball vs. the Hornets). Having both of the Jays out there should provide plenty of fuel. Yeah, at least their 2 main stars are still playing. Expert Poster 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Expert Poster Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 10 minutes ago, DonGonnaFindTFOut said: Yeah, at least their 2 main stars are still playing. It's somewhat frustrating, but it does feel like we need the opposing team's star power to keep us energized. The notable exception is Dejounte, who plays every game like he's fighting for a roster spot. On one hand, this won't really be an issue in the playoffs. On the other hand, it can absolutely bite you when it comes to seeding, much as it did last year. DonDaLuvMaker 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonDaLuvMaker Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 1 minute ago, Expert Poster said: It's somewhat frustrating, but it does feel like we need the opposing team's star power to keep us energized. The notable exception is Dejounte, who plays every game like he's fighting for a roster spot. On one hand, this won't really be an issue in the playoffs. On the other hand, it can absolutely bite you when it comes to seeding, much as it did last year. Yep, I hope Murray becomes that spark to keep the team focused whenever Trae is off. I think both he and Trae can coexist as leaders. Expert Poster 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Expert Poster Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 10 minutes ago, DonGonnaFindTFOut said: Yep, I hope Murray becomes that spark to keep the team focused whenever Trae is off. I think both he and Trae can coexist as leaders. Couldn't agree more. Trae is still our best player and the guy we need to play at an elite level if we're going to make a serious run, but Murray is a stabilizing force who is capable of leading a team and being the best player on the floor for significant stretches. DonDaLuvMaker 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Expert Poster Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 (edited) Pretty interesting breakdown of the Trae-Murray dynamic on the ESPN pregame show. They pointed out that Trae and DJM are 1st and 2nd in the league in pass-to-assist ratio (21% and 17% respectively). I saw something recently (may have changed over the past couple games) where we were dead last in the league in number of passes per possession... while I do think that's something that needs to improve, it's a little misleading since we have two guys who are so adept at creating high percentage shots for their teammates. Sometimes there's only one pass, but it's after working the defense so well that there's no need for a second pass. And there are plenty of bad teams that pass the ball around a lot, but part of the reason they're passing so much is because no one can generate anything. Edited November 17, 2022 by Expert Poster DonDaLuvMaker 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonDaLuvMaker Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 2 minutes ago, Expert Poster said: Pretty interesting breakdown of the Trae-Murray dynamic on the NBA pregame show. They pointed out that Trae and DJM are 1st and 2nd in the league in pass-to-assist ratio (21% and 17% respectively). I saw something recently (may have changed over the past couple games) where we were dead last in the league in number of passes per possession... while I do think that's something that needs to improve, it's a little misleading since we have two guys who are so adept at creating high percentage shots for their teammates. Sometimes there's only one pass, but it's after working the defense so well that there's no need for a second pass. Exactly. Trae and Murray are such great passers that they only need one pass lol Expert Poster 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonDaLuvMaker Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 Ready for Hawks to put their foot in the Celtics *** tonight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonDaLuvMaker Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 Kendrick Perkins laugh seems forced and fake lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Expert Poster Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 Really need to have good perimeter defense tonight. C's are shooting 38% from 3 on more than 40 attempts per game. Limiting turnovers and avoiding transition opportunities for their shooters is probably as important as anything to that end. DonDaLuvMaker 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonDaLuvMaker Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 I still find it funny how the Atlanta crowd boos Horford when he gets passed the ball lol blkbigdog35 and Expert Poster 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonDaLuvMaker Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 Nice block and defence by JC Expert Poster 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Expert Poster Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 I like the energy to start. Not quite in sync on some of the lobs, but we're pushing the floor on offense and getting back on D. DonDaLuvMaker 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonDaLuvMaker Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 1 minute ago, Expert Poster said: I like the energy to start. Not quite in sync on some of the lobs, but we're pushing the floor on offense and getting back on D. Hope Hunter gets going offensively and gets aggressive. Expert Poster 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Expert Poster Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 Ice cold on the jumpers right now DonDaLuvMaker 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonDaLuvMaker Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 Looks like Hawks gonna have to play keep up with the Celtics tonight Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willy Mo Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 Zero ball movement at the moment Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blkbigdog35 Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 15 minutes ago, DonGonnaFindTFOut said: I still find it funny how the Atlanta crowd boos Horford when he gets passed the ball lol I’m not a big fan of Alice either😂 DonDaLuvMaker and TheTrue7 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonDaLuvMaker Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 Just now, Expert Poster said: Ice cold on the jumpers right now Yep, need to start knocking some down against this Celtics team. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blkbigdog35 Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 Have to pick the defense! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Expert Poster Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 Really don't think the process has been that bad on either end so far. They're making contested shots and we're missing open ones. Ezekiel 25:17 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.