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Player Files are a quick take on each on each player's current status
and outlook. Since General Manager Billy Knight likes to change
his staff as frequently as the local McDonalds, this page may be out of
date from time to time. Last
Updated 3/5/04
BORIS DIAW
COMMENTS: The Hawks first draft pick of last summer has been called a
sleeper by many NBA critics. The tall and lanky forward has the
ability to play all 3 perimeter positions and is an excellent ball handler.
Stotts has chosen to use Boris primarily as a small forward, but as his
game develops he may see more action at point guard. Boris Diaw
has a nasty habit of turning down open opportunities and needs to become
more aggressive on offense.
CHRIS CRAWFORD
COMMENTS: Only true Hawks fans shuddered when
Crawford tore his ACL only weeks into last season. Although
unheralded, Crawford's contributions as an inside and outside
scorer cannot be underestimated. Despite his tendency to force the
issue, Crawford was an essential element to the Hawk's having a chance
to make the playoffs last season. Crawford has returned for this
season, but Terry Stotts has chosen to keep him on the bench. The
reasons for this are not clear.
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