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Kristaps Porzingis changes the Hawks offense in the best way possible

Porzingis is the best stretch five in franchise history, which opens up the floor for his teammates

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Kristaps Porzingis headlined a busy offseason for the Atlanta Hawks, who essentially acquired the former All-Star for free while the Boston Celtics liquidated their roster. Porzingis was the final piece of what could be an elite starting five next season.

The Latvian big man brings shooting at the center position, something the Hawks have never had. Over the past three seasons, Onyeka Okongwu has made just 75 threes.