It’s time goodbye to “The Highlight Factory.”
Back in the Mike Woodson era, the Atlanta Hawks had young, bouncy athletes, led by Josh Smith, blazing up and down the floor in transition. In celebration of the athletic feats, Philips Arena was given the apt nickname of "The Highlight Factory." With Al Horford leaving for Boston (moment of silence), so leaves the last member of "The Highlight Factory."
Since the Mike Budenholzer became the steward of Atlanta’s ship, Philips Arenas’ nickname has been used less and less. Philips Arena needs a new moniker to reflect both the Spurs-ian system and/or the Hawks commitment to the city and community of Atlanta.