Hawks 360 Magazine Volume 2, Issue 3 by Atlanta Hawks

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CONTENTS

THE A COMPLETE LOOK INSIDE TH LIFESTYLE OF THE ATLANTA HA WKS

Randolph at the Movies Larry Drew’s MP3 Player

Porsche Cayman

Fashionista

The Floor General

Jamal Inked

Bob Rathbun’s Hawks Season Recap

Inside the Highlight Factory: Record Breakers

Joe Johnson’s Nike Kicks

5 Questions with J.J.

Forza 3 Review

Hawks in the Community

Compression Gear Chef Bradley’s Recipe

Al Horford Q&A

A-Town Dancer Profile: Lindsay

Photo by Greg Miller.

WINTER 2010, VOL. 02, ISSUE 03 Creative Director: Peter Sorckoff Assistant Creative Director: Derek Carlin Art & Design: Matty Ryan Senior Editor: Arthur Triche Editor: Jon Steinberg Editorial Assistant: Jason Roose Staff Writer: Jon Newberry Produced by: Atlanta Spirit, LLC 101 Marietta Street NW, Ste. 1900 Atlanta, GA 30303 Printed by: Tucker-Castleberry, Atlanta, GA Contributors: Erin Attaway, Jennifer Boxley, Mike Buteau, Andrea Carter, Jon Cooper, Kat Goduco, Jen Lehren, Greg Miller, Jon Newberry, Kyle Payne, Chef Bradley Rouse, Courtney Schweers and Jon Steinberg

PHOTO CREDIT S : Cover: M. Bibby by Greg Miller Pg. 1: Lindsay by Greg Miller Pg. 3: L. Drew by Greg Miller, Pg. 5: Porsche Cayman by Greg Miller Pg. 7: Z. Pachulia by Greg Miller Pg. 8: M. Bibby by Greg Miller Pg. 9: Action photos courtesy of Getty Images Pg. 10: J. Crawford by Greg Miller Pg. 11: Action photos courtesy of Getty Images Pg. 12: J. Smith by Greg Miller Pg. 13: J. Crawford by Greg Miller Pg. 14: Lindsay by Greg Miller Pg. 15: Lindsay by Greg Miller Pg. 16: J. Johnson’s shoes by Greg Miller Pg. 17: J. Johnson by Greg Miller Pg. 19: J. Teague by Greg Miller Pg. 21: Casino Night by Jennifer Boxley, Living United by Kat Goduco, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta by Courtney Schweers Pg. 23: J. Smith by Scott Cunningham, Chef Bradley Rouse by Greg Miller Food by Matty Ryan Pg. 24: A. Horford by Greg Miller All Atlanta Hawks game photography by Scott Cunningham

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Randolph Morris reviews Shutter Island I went to the theater to catch a movie (what else… I didn’t just go for the popcorn!). I decided to see the newest Martin Scorsese film, Shutter Island. The basic plot of the movie is an FBI agent, played by Leonardo DiCaprio, is called in to find a missing person. However, the missing person is really a prisoner on a remote island for the criminally insane. This particular individual, a convicted murderer, seems to have evaporated between the prison bars. Without giving too much of the story away, I’ll just say don’t try to predict the outcome. I tried to as I was sitting there, and I was so far out in left field I almost forgot to enjoy the movie. Bottom line — the cast is excellent, the story is intriguing, and Scorsese is one of the best filmmakers around. Ben Kingsley and Max Von Sydow are two legendary actors who are terrific as usual. I give this movie a solid 4 basketballs out of 5.

4 out of 5

OH, THE GUILT As a special Academy Award-time bonus (and a tribute to the late, great John Hughes), I decided to give a shout-out one of my favorite guilty pleasure movies. A ‘guilty pleasure’ is a movie you own, but never make a conscious effort to watch. But, whenever it comes on TV you always watch it. Mine is The Breakfast Club. Anyone who has seen this movie can identify with one of the five main characters. I’d have to say I’m a combination of the nerd (Anthony Michael Hall) and the jock (Emilio Estevez). For those of you who haven’t seen it, it’s a classic 80’s teen movie from the brat pack. The next time you watch this movie, have some fun and see which character you identify with.

A COMPLETE LOOK INSIDE THE TH LIFESTYLE OF THE ATLANTA HA WKS

OVERALL REVIEW “ The cast is excellent, the story is intriguing, and Scorsese is one of the best filmmakers around.

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WHAT’S ON YOUR

MP3 PLAYER? Larry Drew, the Hawks new Head Coach, says, “I’d say that R&B takes up most of my MP3 player. I have a little bit of new school, mixed in with a whole lot of old school. As much as we travel, I love to listen to music on the plane, or if I’m prepping for a game in my office, music always helps me to relax. I really like laid-back music to help keep me mellow and keep my focus when the adrenaline is going pregame. Here are some of my favorites that fill up my MP3 player:”

Gerald Albright Luther Vandross Joe Maxwell

Robin Thicke Alicia Keys Heather Headley 3

WHIP IT UP

WHIP IT UP 2010 PORSCHE CAYMAN S

Sleek, sophisticated and curvaceous were all adjectives that came to mind when we stepped back to admire the Cayman’s silhouette. Inside, the car had everything we’ve come to expect from the luxury sports segment in a neat and tidy presentation. While luxury is abounding, Porsche designers have found a way to keep the Cayman a driver’s car. Everyone who had a hand in the cars’ development clearly understood that its capabilities on the road is what would make this car special. Its one of the Porsche promises, and they have lived up to it again. On the track the Cayman combined sublime handling and stability, brakes that dared you to push harder into every corner (and never seemed to fade) and seemingly endless power on exit of said corners. As we rounded the track lap after lap, it was impossible not to smile with admiration for what Porsche has accomplished in the Cayman. Most striking of all was the Caymans’ ability to cross off of the track and onto the street with mere mortal cars. It felt as though the Cayman was genuinely comfortable in either environment. After spending two days at the track with the Cayman S we found ourselves saying the same thing over and over. Boy have sports cars come a long way recently. The Cayman typifies the recent evolution of the sports car. More power, more comfort, more reliability, more handling and all for a lot less money. Affordable, is a relative term for all of us, so for fun we stacked up Porsches’ Cayman S against one of the more memorable supercars from my childhood. Sonny Crockets’ Ferrari Testarossa defined the 80’s and early 90’s as the poster car hanging on countless 12 year-olds’ walls. How does it stack up 25 years later with Porsche’s $65,000 Cayman S? We’ll let you decide.

Photos by Greg Miller

The Porsche Cayman is an extremely competent evolution of the Boxster that was introduced in 1996. In simplest terms the Cayman essentially replaces the Boxsters’ convertible option with a hard top creating greater suspension rigidity, reduced weight and improved handling dynamics. The base engine is a 260 horsepower 2.7-liter six-cylinder. Our Cayman S was equipped with the 3.4-liter sixcylinder that ratcheted the horsepower up to 310… a noticeable step up from the base car.

2010 PORSCHE CAYMAN S

1988 FERRARI TESTAROSSA

Engine: 3.4L/320-hp DOHC, 24-valve flat-6 Transmission: 7-speed dual-clutch automatic Curb weight: 3,000 lbs. Wheelbase: 95.1 in. Size: 171.1 × 70.9 × 51.4 in. (length x width x height) Acceleration: 0-60 mph. in 4.5 sec. Top Speed: 172 mph. Price: $64,920 (model tested) BONUS: Cayman offers 22.5 cubic feet of storage space in its two cargo holds (front and rear).

Engine: 4.9 L/390-hp V12 Transmission: 5-speed manual Curb weight: 3,320 lbs. Wheelbase: 100.4 in. Size: 176.6 × 77.8 × 44.5 in. (length x width x height) Acceleration: 0-60 mph. in 5.8 sec. Top Speed: 180 mph. Price: $134,000 Many Testarossas sold new for as much as $100,000 over MSRP.

1988 Ferrari Testarossa

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Fashion with Zaza Pachulia

As the Hawks’ resident fashion expert, Zaza Pachulia puts in his two cents worth each issue of 360. This month he talks more about his own style.

Your suits obviously don’t come off the rack. Who is your tailor? First, let me stress that it’s very hard to find my size in stores. But, in general, it doesn’t matter how big or tall you are, or your shape or size. Suits should be fitted for everyone. Mine are made at Armani. I tried my first one and I loved it, so I’ve stuck with it. I work with a guy that covers most of North American for Armani. So all your suits are Italian? Do you actually go to Italy for them? All the suits are made in Italy. I met the tailor I use here in Atlanta, but he covers other Armani locations in North America. Whenever he comes to Atlanta, we try to set up a measurement day where I select all of my specifications, and they send the suits from Italy. It’s nice that I can just tell him what I’m looking for, and it’s always about all the details for me — color, pockets, buttons, material, etc. They make it easy for you to choose the best-looking suit, tell you what’s in style, and give you the options that perfectly match the occasion you’re shopping for. Let’s talk ties. What is the standard knot you use and why? I’m a big guy, so I like bigger ties and bigger knots. I think large knots present a nice look against a dress shirt, as long as the color combinations work. Tom Ford makes ties with patterns and materials I really like. What are your rules for when to wear a suit and tie or when to wear a suit without tie? My only rule is just match the suit, whichever way you go. When you wear dark color suits, your tie needs to fit that. It also depends on where you’re going and what you’re doing. It’s always easier to match suit and tie than it is to match casual clothes. Do you believe your tie should say something about you? A tie should be a part of the outfit. It’s not necessarily always about the tie, it’s more about the combination and how you wear it. For example, I’ll always wear the tie tighter for a more formal occasion or look, and a looser tie when I’m just trying to be casual. From your perspective which is more important — the cut of a suit or the material? Cut is most important. If the suit doesn’t fit, it doesn’t matter what material you wear. You could wear the most expensive material in the world, but if the suit doesn’t fit you right, it just doesn’t matter.

Photo by Greg Miller.

by Mike Buteau It’s just two words, but for Mike Bibby, the term “Floor General” goes far beyond its seemingly simple definition. It’s a role that certainly doesn’t apply to everyone. Like the captain of a hockey team, it’s not just a task given to the highest scorer, most vocal personality in the locker room, or most generously-paid player. It’s a title that has to be earned, warranted and most of all, wanted. And there’s no question — Mike Bibby wants it. As he sees it, the job isn’t that difficult. “I just keep the team together,” he said. Simple, right? Well, not exactly. Not all players welcome the responsibility, but Bibby is not you’re typical player. As an 11-year veteran in the league, the 32-year-old Phoenix native has learned how to balance his own unselfish game with the best interests of the team. After all, he was schooled on one important and simple lesson during his six-plus seasons with the Sacramento Kings. “ Scoring a lot of points on a bad team doesn’t mean anything,” Bibby says. “I learned from Vlade (Divac) and Doug Christie that it doesn’t matter how much you score. If you put certain pieces together on a team and you’re winning, that’s all that matters.” That type of attitude and maturity is why the Hawks put re-signing Bibby on the top of the off-season to-do list. It wasn’t just Bibby’s scoring (he averaged 8.5 points and 2.5 assists while playing 26.5 minutes a game last season) that made his return so significant. Bibby has settled into a big brother-type role for 21-year-old Jeff Teague, Atlanta’s firstround draft pick out Wake Forest. “ I’ve been getting a lot of help from all the guys since I’ve been here, but especially from him,” Teague said of Bibby. “He leads by example. We go as he goes. If he’s working hard in practice, we’re all working hard. Everybody follows him.” It wasn’t always that way with Bibby. He credits his mom, Virginia, with helping him develop into the leader he has become. “ Growing up, I was always better than the rest of the kids so I thought I didn’t really have to do anything extra,” he said. “My mom is the one who pushed me to give me the motivation and work ethic that I have today.”

Photo by Greg Miller.

MIKE BIBBY

Now, Bibby describes himself as a “get-to-practiceearly, leave-practice-late type of guy,” regardless if there are eyeballs on him. “ I don’t need people to see me doing the extra work in order for me to feel good,” he said. “Some people do that to make sure people see them working out. That type of stuff doesn’t matter to me.” Whether Bibby cares or not, Teague has taken notice. In truth, Teague has been watching Bibby closely for several years. During Bibby’s time with Sacramento, Teague considered him to be one of his favorite players, simply because of how he molded a team loaded with stars, such as Chris Webber and Peja Stojakovic, with his on-court leadership. With Bibby running the floor, the Kings finished the 2001-02 season with a league-best 61-21 record and eventually lost to the Lakers in the seven-game Western Conference Finals.

“ He really led that team,” Teague said. Teague is being shaped as the team’s point guard of the future. His addition reduced Bibby’s playing time this season. Not that he’s complaining, of course. That’s not his style. Bibby’s ball-handling skills also take pressure off Joe Johnson, Al Horford and Josh Smith. When they’re open, they know that Bibby will get them the ball. He controls the floor. He doesn’t demand respect, but he knows he gets it. Ask those around the league to describe Bibby and you’ll get a common refrain: “respected.” Yet, Bibby knows there are those who feel he is old, washed up, or that his defense is lacking. The whispers don’t bother him, he says. You get the feeling he might not be telling the whole truth. “ I don’t really care what people think of me,” he says in a don’t-you-dare-question-me tone. “Everybody has been saying that I have been done for a long time. Since I came out of college, nobody thought I could do it. So things people say don’t really matter to me, no matter who says it.” Nobody in Atlanta’s locker room questions Bibby’s skills or leadership, and that’s all that matters to him. As further proof of his maturity, Bibby took a significant pay cut to stay in Atlanta. After making big money last season as part of a seven-year, $80 million contract he signed with the Kings, Bibby re-signed for less than he could have gotten elsewhere. Lesser players might have held out for more. But at this stage of his career, Bibby is far beyond such selfish acts. “ I have money already,” he said. “So it wasn’t about the money. I fit in well here.” His salary reduction certainly didn’t go unnoticed by his teammates. Nor did it come as much of a surprise, especially Johnson, his backcourt partner.

“ S coring a lot of points on a bad team doesn’t mean anything,” Bibby says. “I learned from Vlade (Divac) and Doug Christie that it doesn’t matter how much you score. If you put certain pieces together on a team and you’re winning, that’s all that matters.” Mike Bibby

“ Mike pretty much likes the situation that he’s in right now and knows how much upside we have,” Johnson said. He sacrificed a lot to come back and help us keep moving toward where we want to get to.” When they get where they want to be, one thing is clear: the floor general will be at the controls.

Jamal Crawford “My tattoo with ‘Against All Odds’ on my inner right forearm represents my motivation, especially early in my pro career. I got the tattoo in my hometown of Seattle, Washington at a place called Lucky Devil less than a week after I was drafted on June 28, 2000. The tattoo includes the date I got drafted as a reminder that I overcame the odds quieting all the naysayers and critics that said I would never make the NBA. It is on my forearm so it would be somewhere I could see it a lot. I obviously look at my arm every day no matter what I’m doing, so I thought it would always inspire me. It’s my sixth tattoo of a total of 12 so you could say I’m sort of tatted up, but I’m nothing compared to some of the younger guys in the league!”

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Photo by Greg Miller.

HAWKS RECAP Yes, the 2009-10 Atlanta Hawks season was pretty remarkable. Looking back, the Hawks had a terrific year. Here’s a look back at the individual accomplishments:

JOHNSON

JOE JOHNSON Joe’s rise as one of the NBA’s best players continued in ’09-10. He was named to his fourthconsecutive All-Star team at mid-season, and then capped the campaign with his first All-NBA appearance by making the third team. That places Joe among the top six guards in the league, regardless of conference. He led the Hawks in scoring and assists for the fifth straight season (all over 20 PPG), and moved into second on the Hawks alltime three-pointers made list with 694, trailing only Mookie Blaylock (1,050). MIKE BIBBY Mike proved to be a reliable point guard in his second full season with the Hawks. Bibby had the uncanny knack of hitting open jumpers. He shot .389 from outside the arc, with just over half of his shots coming from the bonusphere (324 of 644 overall attempts). Mike now ranks 10th among all active players in three’s made, and passed Mitch Richmond for 19th all-time in NBA annals.

HORFORD

AL HORFORD Al also turned in another stellar season, growing in stature in the eyes of the fans and the coaches. Horford became the first Hawks draft pick to earn an All-Star berth since Kevin Willis. He just missed averaging a doubledouble for the season, finishing with a 14.2 PPG mark and 9.9 RPG. He recorded career highs in virtually every category. MAURICE EVANS “Mo” continued to provide clutch shooting and great defense for a second consecutive season. He was called on to start five times, and responded with his best numbers when the team needed him filling in with the first unit (15.5 PPG). Evans came off the bench to score double-figures 16 times, and had two 20-point nights.

THE QUICK RUNDOWN • 53 wins, 34 at Philips Arena. • Third place finish in the Eastern Conference. • Playoffs for a third straight season. • Winning a first-round series in back-to-back seasons. • Two All-Stars, an All-Pro, an All-Defensive team player and the NBA’s Sixth Man of the Year.

SMITH

CRAWFORD

JOSH SMITH Josh finished second to Orlando’s Dwight Howard for NBA Defensive Player of the Year. Smith was named to the second-team All-Defensive unit by the league’s coaches. Like Al, Josh put together outstanding numbers across the board, and regained his reputation as one of the NBA’s best shot blockers (3rd in the NBA). Josh erased 173 shots last season. He scored 15.7 PPG, with 8.7 RPG and showed off an uncanny ability to pass the ball, finishing at 4.2 APG. He was the league’s only player to average 15/8/4.

JAMAL CRAWFORD Jamal’s acquisition from Golden State last summer proved to be one of the shrewdest trades of GM Rick Sund’s career. Crawford made a name for himself in his new role as he won the KIA NBA Sixth Man of the Year Award. In his first year in an Atlanta uniform, Jamal averaged an amazing 18 PPG. That was the highest mark of any player in the league that didn’t start a game, and was the third highest scoring average of his career. Jamal also finished seventh in the NBA in three-pointers made.

ZAZA PACHULIA Zaza did another fine job backing up Al Horford at center. His numbers may not have impressed, but his hustle, defense and rebounding sure did. Last season marked Zaza’s fifth in an Atlanta uniform, and he was third on the team in field goal percentage (.488). Pachulia has now appeared in 500 career NBA games. His fighting spirit keeps Zaza as a fan favorite every time he sets foot on the floor.

JOE SMITH Joe finished his 15th season in the NBA and his first with the Hawks. The veteran big man brought a tremendous presence to the clubhouse and the court. Smith played in 64 games for Atlanta, and surpassed the 1,000 game mark March 16th at New Jersey, becoming the 93rd player (11th active) in NBA history to achieve that career milestone.

Despite a tough ending, the Hawks had a great season. Now as the summer heat and humidity envelops Atlanta, keep thinking cool thoughts of the fall and winter ahead! The Hawks will be looking to add another key piece in the NBA Draft (scheduled for Thursday, June 24th) and will be active participants in the free agent market place. Then, in early August, we will get the 2010-11 NBA schedule and the anticipation for the new season will begin again. Have a great summer!

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MARVIN WILLIAMS Marvin averaged doublefigures (10.1) for the fourth straight season, and played in a career-high 81 games. He missed his career high by just four points in a November game against Houston when he tallied 29, and set a personal best with 15 rebounds in a Hawks win in Dallas. Marvin enjoyed his second best year at the foul line, shooting .819 and lifting his career percentage to .804. JEFF TEAGUE Jeff certainly impressed when he got the chance to play in his rookie season. His quickness made him a feared defensive player, in the half court and with his end-to-end hustle. Jeff thrilled the Philips arena crowd when he would race back and block a shot like a heat-seeking missile. Despite his low minutes, he still ranked 10th among rookies in assists. Teague has a bright future, and his play for the Hawks in the Las Vegas summer league will be instrumental in getting him ready for a big 2010-11.

JOSH SMITH Since blocked shots became an official stat of professional basketball in 1973, there hasn’t been a single player that has reached 1,000 blocks before their 25th birthday. Josh Smith became the first to do so when he rejected the Thunder’s Nenad Krstic on Tuesday, February 2, at the age of 24 years and 59 days. Smith recorded his first block during his NBA debut 32 days before his 19th birthday and has never looked back. His presence in the lane has been well appreciated by his teammates. As a franchise, the Hawks have not had a shortage of shot blockers. Tree Rollins, Dikembe Mutombo and Theo Ratliff have all led the league in blocked shots while wearing a Hawks uniform and all are ranked in the top 25 for career blocked shots. Smith’s milestone is even more impressive because his defensive skills are not restricted to hanging out in the lane blocking shots. He reached 500 career steals in the Hawks win over Charlotte on January 22, moving him ahead of Spud Webb and into the top 10 for the franchise as well. Blocks may be the dominant stat for the Atlanta native that is already all over the Hawks record books at the age of 24, but as he continues to grow as a complete player his other stats and contributions set him apart from many of the others that have patrolled the interior.

What Josh’s teammates have to say: “ There are guys that can block shots… then there’s Smoove,” says Marvin Williams, a teammate for the past five seasons. “He’s all over the place. When you’re out there playing defense it makes it so much easier in the back of your mind to know that if you get beat, he’s gonna be at the rim.”

“ I knew he was talented. I knew he had all the athletic ability in the world, but he’s even better than I thought he was,” Jamal Crawford said. “His blocks and steals create easy baskets for us, energizing the crowd and our team. We need that. It is an added bonus that a lot of teams don’t have.”

“ It’s almost like an understanding,” says fellow big man Al Horford. “Any guy on the team that is guarding the ball, they always feel when Josh is in the game that he is going to come over and, if not block the shot, at least impact the shooter to where he is going to miss the shot.”

More Hawks Milestones: Mike Bibby: 5,000th assist, 1/1/10 vs. NYK ( 49th player in NBA history with 5,000 and one of only six active players) Josh Smith: 500th career steal, 1/22/10 vs. CHA ( 500th also moved Smith into the top 10 in Hawks franchise history, passing Spud Webb) Joe Johnson: 649 3FGM as a Hawk, 2/3/10 vs. LAC ( Passed Jason Terry for 2nd place on the Hawks career list ) Jamal Crawford: 10,000th career point, 2/21/10 @ GSW

How rare 4-point plays are in the NBA? Consider the following: • The Celtics have only converted seventeen 4-point plays in the history of their franchise. • There is only one recorded instance of an NBA player converting a 4-point play twice in one game. (Ironically it was against the Hawks in the 2009 NBA Playoffs when Miami’s James Jones did it twice in 11 seconds.)

JAMAL CRAWFORD

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Jamal Crawford set a new NBA record* on February 3 when he netted his 24th career 4-point play during the Hawks win over the Clippers. Crawford entered the game tied with Pacers legend Reggie Miller for the record. “That’s huge,” Crawford noted, “hopefully I will continue to add to it.” While Miller’s resume indicates that he would be a prime candidate to hold the record, Crawford’s takeover of the record seems more out of place. Reggie holds the NBA record for career 3-point baskets and 3-point attempts, so any records involving shots from behind the arc are likely to include his name among the leaders. Throw in the fact that Miller’s signature “leg-kick” drew a large number of fouls (and criticism) throughout his 18-year career, and his ownership of the record makes perfect sense. As for Crawford, he has passed Miller while having played 744 fewer games. He has played over 26,000 less minutes and has attempted about 3300 less shots from behind the arc… AND he doesn’t use the “leg kick”. Jamal credits his ability to elevate and shoot with defenders in close proximity. “I shoot when people don’t expect it,” Crawford said. “So when I do they try to react, and by that time I am already in my shooting motion.” Indeed, the key to Crawford’s success stems from the fact that the fouls almost always occur after the ball is released and he is returning to the ground. With the 30-year old Crawford having converted nine 4-point plays this season, he is showing no signs of slowing down. For now he is excited to know that each one he hits sets a new NBA record.

*According to Harvey Pollack’s NBA Statistical Yearbook.

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Hometown: Atlanta Birthday: July 10 College: Indiana University Major in school: Dance Profession: Dance Instructor Dance background: I am trained in ballet, jazz, tap, modern, and hip-hop. I was a part of a pre-professional ballet company until I was 17 and trained at American Ballet Theater in New York City for one summer.

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Years on Team: 2

Eye color: Brown Hobbies: I love shopping, spending time with my family and friends, and dancing, of course. Favorite Holiday: New Year’s Eve. Everybody is always happy! Favorite Season: Spring Favorite Vacation Spot: Jamaica or any tropical island. As long as I’m on a beach, I am happy. Favorite movie: When Harry Met Sally. It’s a classic. Favorite food: I LOVE sushi. Favorite designer: Dolce, Prada, Chanel. Number of pairs of shoes: Too many to count. First concert attended: Billy Joel Twitter, Facebook or Myspace? Definitely Facebook How would you describe yourself: I am a very genuine and loyal person, and always there for my friends and family whenever they need me. My family is the most important part of my life. Dog or Cat: I am definitely a dog person. Any guilty pleasures: Reality TV shows. Especially “Keeping Up With the Kardashians” because it just sucks you in. Which actress would play you in a movie about your life: Sarah Jessica Parker, because I have been told that Carrie, the character she plays on the TV show “Sex and the City,” is a lot like my personality. Plus, she is an amazing actress and one of my favorites. 15

You think Imelda Marcos was tough on shoes? She has nothing on Joe Johnson. The Hawks’ four-time All-Star guard typically goes through a pair of his Jordan Brand shoes every couple of games. Johnson is one of only a handful of athletes to be endorsed by His Airness’ brand (along with teammate Mike Bibby). It’s not a rare sight to see a pile of once-or twice-worn sneakers piled up next to Johnson’s end locker in the Hawks’ Philips Arena locker room.

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“Joe’s style of play, combined with the minutes he plays and the pounding he takes game-in and game-out, causes him to go through more shoes than any of our guys,” said Hawks Equipment Manager Zac Walsh. “And it’s not even close.” To give some perspective — on the other side of the spectrum is Hawks guard Jamal Crawford, who normally uses only two pair of shoes for the entire season. One for home games and one for road games, according to Walsh.

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WITH JOE

JOHNSON Valentine’s Day 2010 was a special one for Joe Johnson.

JOE JOHNSON

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He spent it at the 2010 NBA All-Star Weekend, playing the game he loves with some of the best players in the world (including teammate Al Horford), in the stadium of the football team he loves (the Dallas Cowboys), and in front of dozens of loved ones — a delegation of friends and family made the five-hour drive from Little Rock, Arkansas, to Dallas. Joe took the time to talk to Hawks 360 about the thrill of playing in his fourth consecutive All-Star Game, how he planned to help out Horford (who is the first teammate ever to accompany Johnson to an All-Star Game), and which Arkansas alumnus he hoped to do the “Woo Pig Sooie” with.

Q: How did it feel to make your fourth consecutive All-Star Game? JJ: It never gets old. It’s definitely an honor and a privilege to be involved in the festivities going on All-Star Weekend. I always enjoy and look forward to it. Q: What advice did you have for Al as he headed to his first-time All-Star Game? JJ: Just to enjoy the weekend and have fun. There’s going to be so much going on you can burn yourself out. Q: What do you remember from your first All-Star Game? JJ: It was in Vegas (in 2007) and was probably the best one for me so far. I had a great time. Playing on Sunday in the game is a big deal, but, more so than anything, just getting a chance to mix and mingle throughout the whole weekend is very special. Q: What was your favorite part of Saturday? JJ: The dunk contest and the three-point shootout. It’s always fun to sit back and watch these guys come out and put on a show. It’s always a blessing to see. Q: What were your thoughts on playing in 80,000seat Cowboys Stadium? JJ: I was anxious to see what it was going to be like. Even when we practiced on Saturday, it was crazy. I hadn’t played in anything that big before or even seen anything like it. BONUS QUESTIONS Q: With such great promoters as [Dallas Cowboys Owner] Jerry Jones, [Dallas Mavericks Owner] Mark Cuban and the NBA promoting the event what kind of festivities were you expecting? JJ: Jerry Jones is an Arkansas alumnus. That’s my man. So I was looking forward to getting a chance to see him and just hang out. Jon Cooper is a freelance writer based in Atlanta. 17 17

FORZA

PRODUCT SPECS REVIEWED BY JEFF TEAGUE

GETTING STARTED If you like driving games at all then you’ll love Forza 3. What makes the game different from all of the others is how quick and easy it is to get started. Forza 3 has more than 400 vehicles and they’re all unlocked from the moment you start, which is a major change of philosophy within the racing game genre. If you’re a novice the game is still fun, just leave the different assists (especially traction control) on. The cars won’t feel as unique, but you’ll have no problem being competitive. With all of the driving assists turned off, you can literally feel the difference from one car to the next. Each car also has its own exhaust note, so using a vintage Mustang sounds nothing like being behind the wheel of a VW bug!

GRAPHICS The visuals in Forza 3 are stunning. The cars look extremely realistic, and even have true to form interiors. There’s also full damage modeling on every car. You’ll see dings, dents, and fender benders. The tracks also look great, right down to the shadows on the ground and sun flares on your windshield. I haven’t ventured too far into the online realm but I have seen that the Storefront lets you purchase paint schemes for your cars. You can also buy tracks designed by other players and tuner set-ups. I’m not sure I’ll get to that stage, but it’s still cool that the game goes that deep. Lastly, I stumbled upon a cool rewind feature that allows you skip back through the race in five-second increments. If you screwed up in any part of the race, you can rewind and try it again. Some people may think that’s cheating. They are probably right, but it’s still a nice option to have, especially when you are just starting out!

FORZA 3 AVAILABLE: Now

PLATFORMS:

GAME REVIEW

FORZA, FORZA

Xbox® 360

9.3 OUT OF 10

JEFF’S RATING

9.0 PRESENTATION

Easy-to-use menus, all sorts of options are a big plus.

9.4 GRAPHICS

I love that the interiors match the cars … it’s the little things right?

9.3 SOUND

The specific exhaust notes for each car are another nice touch that adds a lot. However, the background music is pretty terrible.

9.5 GAME PLAY

The controls are easy to learn and use. I haven’t tried a steering wheel yet but I bet it would make things even better.

OVERALL REVIEW

9.3 out of 10 and Jeff

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HAWKS IN THE COMMUNITY Full Court Fest photos by Jennifer Boxley. Living United photo by Kat Goduco. Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta by Courtney Schweers.

LIVING UNITED The Atlanta Hawks teamed up with United Way of Metropolitan Atlanta to celebrate the Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday with a special writing contest for Atlanta area high school students. The theme of the “Atlanta Hawks Poetry Slam” is based on United Way’s brand “LIVE UNITED,” and encouraged students to write about how they can work together to create a better world. The top 15 finalists attended a poetry workshop conducted by a local poet and later competed in the finals held at the Hard Rock Cafe Atlanta. Grand prize winner Amber Holmes of Lovejoy High School performed her piece to the Philips Arena crowd during halftime of the Hawks’ annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday game. She also received a laptop computer, an autographed Hawks jersey and four tickets to the game.

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FULL COURT FEST Hawks players and coaches mingled with sponsors, season ticket holders and fans at the Atlanta Hawks Foundation’s Full Court Fest. The annual fundraiser was held at Ventanas, downtown’s newest rooftop event destination, allowing guests the opportunity to play a variety of casino games and enjoy some great food and music. Proceeds from the event benefited the Hawks Foundation and its charitable efforts. Platinum Partners of Full Court Fest include Philips, The Home Depot and A Legendary Event, with Gatorade participating as a Gold Partner.

CHILDREN’S HEALTHCARE OF ATLANTA Just days after rejoining the Hawks, Mario West picked up where he left off…volunteering at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. A volunteer at the hospital since his days at Georgia Tech, Mario held a pizza party for patients at the Egelston Campus of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta on January 19th. Along with spending time with the Hawks guard, each child received an autograph, book and lots of Hawks goodies.

Following the devastating earthquake in Haiti that caused unprecedented death and destruction, the Atlanta Hawks embarked on a Help for Haiti awareness campaign. Through radio, TV, web and in-game announcements, the organization encouraged fans to make donations to the Red Cross to help their relief efforts. In addition, Dominican Republic native Al Horford stepped up by donating an entire game’s salary to the cause. Joe Johnson and Jason Collins also made financial contributions.

DOLLARS FOR SCHOLARS For the fourth year, the Atlanta Hawks Foundation partnered with Project GRAD Atlanta on a scholarship program for local high school seniors. Joe Johnson helped recognize the newest class of scholars during halftime of the Hawks vs. Golden State Warriors game. To date, the foundation has awarded $80,000 in college scholarships.

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COMPRESSION GEAR If you’ve noticed the increased bulk that NBA players have added over the last few years, it’s not just your imagination. High-tech training and better nutrition have become a staple for pro athletes, but there is something else under the uniforms of many players — compression gear, some of which is padded. Over the last five years it has become more common for players to wear additional braces and padding on various body parts. If you don’t think basketball is a full-contact sport, just watch Miami’s Dwyane Wade pinball off of players as he slashes his way to the basket. “ Compression gear certainly keeps the muscles warmer, and I’ve seen many cases where they lessen the severity of strains and bruises,” Hawks head athletic trainer Wally Blase said. Blase is also the Chairman of the National Basketball Athletic Trainers Association (NBATA). “While they don’t necessarily prevent injuries, they can, and do, keep guys from missing time, which is a primary aspect of our jobs as athletic trainers.”

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Blase and equipment manager Zac Walsh say the majority of Hawks players wear them regularly in games and practices, but a few still find them constricting and believe it reduces their agility.

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Based on the physical, aggressive style that Hawks sparkplug Mario West plays, he has become a fan of the padded gear. “It really gives you extra protection if you fall on the court or collide with someone,” West said. “They definitely help prevent the severity of bruising and they give me a certain level of comfort when I’m flying around the court.” This equipment revolution coincides with the introduction of new and more lightweight fabrics and materials. Manufacturers continue to find new and better ways to protect the athlete without sacrificing performance. So the next time you wonder how a player can withstand a collision and pop back up again, take a closer look. They’re likely being aided by some of the latest compression gear.

En Papillote is the French term for food baked in a parchment paper packet; it’s a favorite way of preparing fish on the coastal regions of France and popularized in New Orleans. I like to use sole in this recipe because it is light, flaky, and the filet is a good size for this dish.

Ingredients

You can use a variety of vegetables in this creation, but here is a pretty common recipe that I like to use:

Dover sole filet (save bones for sauce) Baby carrots Inner celery stalks (small ones) Cippolini onions Italian parsley Truffle oil or extra virgin olive oil Thinly slice pickled lemon (I always keep pickled lemons, great for many recipes) Fluer de Sel

Split the carrots, celery stalk and onions in half. Blanch for one minute. Take out and plunge in ice water (cooking term: to shock). This is a necessary step because you don’t want to add hot vegetables to the cold fish. Take a piece of parchment paper and cut out a heart shape, then fold in half. Place fish, vegetables, parsley, and lemon slice on paper. Season with oil and a tiny bit of fluer de sel. Fold paper over and seal with narrow folds. Bake in 375 degree oven for about 11 minutes. I recently served this for the guys following a practice, with basmati rice and a mixed green salad with red wine Dijon vinaigrette.

CHEF BRADLEY’S RECIPE

SOLE EN PAPILLOTE

Chef Bradley Rouse helps keep the Hawks healthy and well-fed with down-to-earth, sensible dishes, such as this sole filet cooked in parchment paper.

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BIG AL Q: You were named to your first NBA All-Star team earlier this year, what was your first reaction when you heard the news? A: I was honored. It is a goal of any player in this league to be an All-Star, and it is humbling to be mentioned with some of the other names on the team.

Q: Who was the first person you called when you got the news? A: I called my mom first. She was so excited that she just started screaming into the phone. Then I called my dad, and he was really happy for me, too. He didn’t scream like my mom did though!

Q: What about other players around the league, did you hear from any of them? A: I think every player and coach on our team called me or texted me pretty quickly. Then I heard from Joakim Noah and Corey Brewer, some of my former Florida boys, soon after. Joakim was really happy for me, and that meant a lot because he could have easily made the squad as well. But, he wasn’t worried about that, he was just happy for me.

Q: Growing up I am sure there were some All-Star players that you admired, who was your basketball idol as a kid?

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

A: Tim Duncan was a guy I really tried to model my game after, and even Kevin Garnett. Those guys were the young and dominant post players when I started to really understand the game. My mom really pushed me to follow Grant Hill because of the kind of person that he was, and the way that he carried himself on and off the court. I would say those three guys were my biggest inspirations.

Q: It’s a surprise to hear you talk about family and the kind of guy you are off the court because you have been a very active member in the community since your time in the league. How much does that kind of work mean to you? A: I think it is the most important work we can do. Athletes are in a position to really provide positive experiences for the youth of our entire world. I participated in Basketball Without Borders program the past two off-seasons, and had a blast working with the league on that initiative. I always want to be a guy that gives back as much as I can.

Photo by Greg Miller.

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Height: 6’ 10” Weight: 246 lbs. College: Florida