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Tuesday, November 8, 2005
Josh Smith off the bench
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Mike Woodson seems committed to sticking with his “veteran” lineup, which means Josh Smith will continue to come off the bench for the foreseeable future.
Since the Hawks haven’t played but one home game since the preseason started, I realize some fans haven’t seen him in action. So tonight’s game against the Lakers will be the first chance many people, at least those who’ll actually make it to Philips Arena, will get to see him up close. And you better believe all eyes in the place will be watching his every move.
While I think it’s a bit unfair for Smith to be on display alone (no other starter has been benched), I think the issue is like mesmerizing reality TV: You just can’t stop watching it and talking about it.
So let the debate rage on, is it a good or bad move for the Hawks to bench him now? And do you think it helps or hurts the kid in the long run?
