It wasn't quite the win that we'd all been hoping for but there was plenty of optimism showcased on display for the Atlanta Hawks that was without two of its starters, Clint Capela and Dejounte Murray on Wednesday evening versus the Boston Celtics.

Although a positive bill of health was not... the grit, fight, aggression, urgency, fire, pride and competitiveness was there, ultimately showing signs of life & progress going forward for ATL.

Tenitra Batiste and DeShaun Tate are full of objective opinions and elaborate on a night that made the Boston Celtics sweat a little more than they intended.

What was the good, bad and ugly of Wednesday's outcome?

Who are the recipient's of Tee & Tate's flowers?

If trade rumors come to fruition, what would you like in return for 3 potential starters during a trade with the New Orleans Pelicans?

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