Atlanta Hawks: 3 legends for Bogdan Bogdanovic to study

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After the Milwaukee Bucks and Sacramento Kings made a mistake in their sign and trade for Bogdan Bogdanovic, the Atlanta Hawks pounced. They signed him to a long-term deal which, given how young the squad is, gives him a tremendous chance to grow with the likes of Trae Young and John Collins.

It did not start well for Bogdanovic and the franchise. Under head coach Lloyd Pierce, he seemed to struggle with his shot in the first nine games. Then he tripped in the middle of the court and fractured his kneecap which caused him to miss the next two months.

When he came back Bogdanovic was like a gift to Nate McMillan. Bogdanovic returned…