Watch: Hawks pay tribute to Korver
Thank you @KyleKorver! pic.twitter.com/GTT7FWjKsW
— Atlanta Hawks (@ATLHawks) March 4, 2017
Sharpshooter Kyle Korver thoroughly enjoyed the five seasons he spent competing for the Atlanta Hawks, but admitted to being thrilled by landing with a legitimate contender in the defending champion Cleveland Cavaliers.
Friday marked the first time Korver returned to Atlanta to face his former team since the trade, and he earned a warm reception from the organization and the Hawks faithful at Philips Arena.
During a break in play, a video tribute aired that highlighted Korver's tenure in a Hawks uniform. The 35-year-old veteran acknowledged the crowd while receiving a standing ovation.
A warm welcome for @KyleKorver in his return to Atlanta.#CavsHawks pic.twitter.com/vvonfdagrY
— FOX Sports Ohio (@FOXSportsOH) March 4, 2017
Korver averaged 10.9 points and 3.7 rebounds while shooting 45.2 percent from 3-point range in 332 career regular-season appearances for Atlanta.
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