Where do the Atlanta Hawks go from here Since ending their playoff drought in 2008, the Hawks haven't progressed in any fashion. Yes, the Hawks appeared in the Eastern Conference Semi Finals in 2009, 2010, and, 2011, but the team appears to be treading water.  It could be inferred the Hawks have benefited from the lopsidedness of the Eastern Conference Two teams to rule them all. So, do the Hawks blow up the team and start fresh again Or do they just stand and attempt to acquire pieces through free agency Photo by Jim RogashGetty Images