How Daniels, Alexander-Walker Change Hawks Culture
For the Hawks, this duo of Daniels and Alexander-Walker represents more than just lineup flexibility. It symbolizes a cultural shift. Atlanta has been desperate to find a defensive identity, and pairing Daniels with Alexander-Walker offers a foundation to build on.
Imagine a closing lineup where Daniels and Alexander-Walker flank Trae Young on the perimeter. Jalen Johnson and Kristaps Porzingis (or Onyeka Okongwu) would then anchor the frontline. That group has the potential to cover ground, switch everything, and mask defensive liabilities.
With that being said, the Hawks will go as far as their defense allows them. Young and Porziņgis can carry the offense, but winning in the playoffs requires stops. In Daniels and Alexander-Walker, Atlanta finally has the tools to slow down the elite scorers of the East. Ultimately, the Hawks defensive duo could define Atlanta’s success this season and beyond.
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