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Where were the athletic, high-flyers that impacted their championship run? Martin and Camby don't seem to be pushing Denver deep into the playoffs.
I think "the athlete with potential" is getting overhyped. If anything, we're seeing a return to the skilled player. Athleticism will win you a dunk contest. Hawes is demonstrating that he can be a starter in the NBA, regardless of "athleticism."