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The 2016 iteration of the Atlanta Hawks have regressed mightily from the 60-win team from a year ago. Here are five key reasons why the 2016 Atlanta Hawks will fall short of their ninth consecutive playoff appearance.
5. Atlanta Hawks' Remaining Strength Of Schedule
Credit: Getty Images5. Atlanta Hawks' Remaining Strength Of Schedule
The Atlanta Hawks have the toughest remaining strength of schedule for all Eastern Conference teams. Having lost three consecutive contests, Atlanta is currently just one game ahead of surging Charlotte for the Eastern Conference's eighth seed.
4. Rebounding Woes
Credit: Getty Images4. Rebounding Woes
Overall, Atlanta is the NBA's third-worst rebounding team, averaging a meager 41.3 boards per game. Furthermore, the Hawks are the league's poorest offensive-rebounding unit at 8.5 per contest.
3. Kyle Korver Drop-Off
Credit: Getty Images3. Kyle Korver Drop-Off
A year after being named an All-Star, Korver has experienced his worst all-around season since his formative days in the NBA. Korver's once vaunted shooting averages have dropped to 42/38/82 on the season (by far his lowest production as a Hawk).
2. Missing Splitter
Credit: Getty Images2. Missing Splitter
Though Splitter's averages of 5.6 points and 3.3 rebounds were a major disappointment for Atlanta, the team's 10-12 record in his absence has been even more disheartening. Splitter will miss the remainder of the season due to hip surgery.
1. Atlanta's Uncertain Future Moving Forward
Credit: Getty Images1. Atlanta's Uncertain Future Moving Forward
With impending unrestricted free agents, a palpable struggle for the starting point guard slot and other vexing chemistry issues, the 2016 Atlanta Hawks are a team lacking a true identity. This state of flux will make a 2016 playoff trip unlikely.
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