NBA: All-Time Starting Five of the Atlanta Hawks

Forward – Bob Petit

A no-brainer, Bob Petit is one of the greatest power forwards in the history of the game. He spent his entire career with the Hawks leading them to their only NBA championship. Petit conquered the mighty Boston Celtics in 1958 to establish himself as one of the best ever.

In 11 seasons, Petit was a two-time NBA MVP, an 11-time All-Star, a ten-time All-NBA First Team selection, the 1955 NBA Rookie of the Year, and one of the 50 Greatest NBA Players ever. He ranks second in scoring, and first in rebounds in the Hawks all-time leaderboard. His iconic #9 jersey was retired by the franchise.

Honorable Mention: Forward – Paul Millsap

A prized free agent signing in 2013, Paul Millsap helped the Hawks become an Eastern Conference contender. He played his best basketball for the Hawks from 2013 to 2017, earning four All-Star selections. His departure signaled the Hawks’ current rebuilding process.