Playoffs Finally Will Become Reality for Crawford in Atlanta

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Even an embarrassing, 32-point loss -- in a game for the Southeast Division lead last week -- could not dampen the enthusiasm of Jamal Crawford.



Atlanta isn't just a new home for Crawford this season. It feels like heaven.



"This is the most talented team I've ever been on. And this is the most fun I've ever had in this league,'' Crawford told FanHouse. "I've been on the other side. And it's a lot better being in a situation like this.''



Crawford, now in his 10th NBA season, is thrilled to be playing for the Hawks, embracing his new sixth man role and providing the perfect fit for a team now challenging the top dogs in the Eastern Conference. This three-team race of Cleveland, Boston and Orlando, now has added a fourth entry. He is a big reason for that.



The Hawks open a five-game homestand Wednesday against Washington, expecting to take that division lead before they leave home again. Although they lost badly in Orlando Saturday, that blip was sandwiched between two big victories over the Boston Celtics.



Crawford was key in both of them.

 

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