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Atlanta Hawks: Best Draft Picks Of The Last 20 Years

By Adam McGee

Apr 1, 2013; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks small forward Josh Smith (5) reacts during the second half against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Philips Arena. Hawks won 102-94. Mandatory Credit: Joshua S. Kelly-USA TODAY Sports
Apr 1, 2013; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks small forward Josh Smith (5) reacts during the second half against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Philips Arena. Hawks won 102-94. Mandatory Credit: Joshua S. Kelly-USA TODAY Sports /
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Al Horford

Nov 29, 2013; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks center Al Horford (15) celebrates a victory against the Dallas Mavericks in the fourth quarter at Philips Arena. The Hawks defeated the Mavericks 88-87. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 29, 2013; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks center Al Horford (15) celebrates a victory against the Dallas Mavericks in the fourth quarter at Philips Arena. The Hawks defeated the Mavericks 88-87. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports /

After an incredibly successful college career, Al Horford was selected by the Hawks with the third pick of the 2007 Draft. Having won back to back national titles as a Florida Gator, Horford was one of the hottest prospects in his class, and more importantly a proven winner.

Horford is an elite player on both ends of the floor, and his dynamic range of skills makes him a difficult match-up. Horford is exceptionally athletic for his size, and when that’s combined with his soft shooting touch, he’s very difficult to stop.

The Dominican is a born leader and has played a big part in the consistency of the Hawks over the years. Although injuries have affected him in the last couple of seasons, Horford is still the Hawks centerpiece, and if this current group is to be successful, he’ll be the key.

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