Kenny Atkinson will leave the decision up to Al Horford.
Atkinson, the Hawks’ lead assistant, was named head coach of the Dominican Republic national men’s basketball team this week. Recruiting Horford, the Hawks’ three-time All-Star center, to play for his home nation may be his first task.
“There is some pretty good potential for the team with NBA players,” Atkinson said. “I’m not sure if Al is going to play. My stance is it’s up to him. It’s his personal decision.”
