NEW YORK, NY - DECEMBER 21: (NEW YORK DAILIES OUT) Landry Fields #2 of the New York Knicks in action against the New Jersey Nets during their pre season game on December 21, 2011 at Madison Square Garden in New York City. The Knicks defeated the Nets 88-82. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)
The Atlanta Hawks enjoyed a fair amount of success in a short period.