Quin Snyder was hired by the Atlanta Hawks late last season but his era begins in earnest with his first full season. Snyder had no opportunity to implement his system when he was hired with 21 games remaining. The roster looks different following the offseason trade of forward John Collins to Utah.
Atlanta Hawks forward Onyeka Okongwu shoots between Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner and guard Tyrese Haliburton during the first half of an NBA preseason basketball game in Indianapolis, Monday, Oct. 16, 2023. Atlanta Hawks forward AJ Griffin stops Indiana Pacers forward Jarace Walker as he drives during the second half of an NBA preseason basketball game in Indianapolis, Monday, Oct. 16, 2023. Pacers defeated the Hawks 116-112.
Last season: 41-41, lost in six games to Boston in first round of playoffs after beating Miami in play-in tournament.provided him with an opportunity to learn the roster but no chance to implement his system. This season will be his first opportunity to truly put his mark on the team. Like other Atlanta coaches before him, Snyder is asking for a stronger commitment on defense. “It doesn’t matter what the game plan is, defense has to be a decision,” Snyder said.
Additions: G Patty Mills, G Wesley Matthews, F-C Bruno Fernando, PF Mouhamed Gueye, SG Seth Lundy, PG Kobe Bufkin Player to watch: Johnson could be the player who emerges at forward as Okongwu will see significant time behind center Clint Capela. The 6-foot-8 Johnson, the No. 20 overall pick in the 2021 draft, has shown flashes of being an explosive scorer, and his potential could have helped convince Fields to trade Collins. “Really, the progression of Jalen gave us a lot of hope,” Fields said at the start of training camp. “We’re excited for his growth this year.
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