The final seven games for the Atlanta Hawks will determine a lot for them as they head toward their sixth straight playoff appearance.
The Hawks are currently one game behind the Brooklyn Nets for the fourth seed in the East.
While it's almost a lock that the Hawks will play the Nets in the first round of the playoffs, home-court advantage is still up for grabs.
Having home-court advantage is an absolute must for the Hawks, who struggle mightily on the road. As of April 1, the Hawks were 18-20 on the road, compared to a 23-13 home record.
If Atlanta is able to gain home-court advantage throughout the first round of the playoffs, they have a much higher likelihood of moving on to the second round to most likely face the Miami Heat.
A matchup with LeBron James and company isn't ideal, but hey, beggars can't be choosers. The Hawks need to get past the first round first, and there are a few things Atlanta can turn to that will help them excel in the playoffs.
First, the Hawks have one thing thing that most teams struggle to defend, and that is a legitimate sharp shooter from beyond the arc—Kyle Korver.
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Advantages the Atlanta Hawks Have in the NBA Playoffs
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