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Former Cat hoping for ‘consistent opportunity’ with new NBA team

Alex Poythress, the former Kentucky player who has managed to get a few of looks in the NBA each season since he graduated, is looking to make the most of his latest chance with the Atlanta Hawks.

And a story published Wednesday on AJC.com indicates the Hawks will be fully committed to him as well.

“I feel like I’m at the end of my (developmental stage),” Poythress said to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. “I just want an opportunity to showcase my skills. In my first two years, I’ve had some opportunity here and there. I just want to find a place where I can get a consistent opportunity.