When I think of Atlanta Hawks basketball, I think Dominique Wilkins. He led the Hawks in epic battles against the Bulls and Celtics in the early 90's, and he made the Hawks a yearly playoff team. In my opinion, the Hawks current woes are related to the horrible way the Hawks treated Nique, trading him in the middle of the season, while the team was in first place, for an under achieving Danny Manning. After the trade, the Hawks were bounced out the playoffs in the first round and Danny Manning proved to be a bust.
Dominique Wilkins was born in Paris, France before coming to the United States and becoming a Parade High School All-American, collegiate star at the University of Georgia and an NBA All-Star known for his amazing offensive power and high-flying above the rim game.
During his career with the Atlanta Hawks (1982-1993), LA Clippers (1993-94), Boston Celtics (1994-95), San Antonio Spurs (1996-97) and Orlando Magic (1998-99), Wilkins was a nine-time NBA All-Star (1986-1994), a two-time NBA Slam Dunk Champion and named to the All-NBA first team in 1986. Wilkins is one of only three Atlanta Hawks to have his jersey (21) retired, and his incredible dunks and aerial acrobatics earned him the nickname “The Human Highlight Film”.
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