ATLien

http://www.ajc.com/sports/content/sp...0712hawks.html

"Now, we're looking for Marvin to step up and do more," Woodson said. "I want him to shoot as much as he wants. ... I won't put the clamps on him at all. We brought him along slowly last year, which I think was the right thing. This [summer] team is his team; it's his time to shine. He can go out and do his thing."

Which brought a smile to Williams' face.

"I'm excited," he said. "It should be good for me. It's a big difference from last year to now. Completely different."

For one, Williams has worked hard on getting stronger, which promotes confidence in his ability to physically match up. "That's definitely better," he said. "I've been working on adding a post-up game, and being stronger helps with that."

Additionally, Williams, who last month turned 20, has an NBA season from which to draw.

"I know so much more. I watched some tape from last year, and it didn't even look like me out there," he said. "Last year was a learning experience for me. I'm definitely a better player, and I'm ready to show it."

ATLien

I think Marvin's development will be one of the most interesting story lines of the Hawks' 06-07 season, how he progresses from Season 1 to Season 2.

Josh Smith jumped from 9.7 PPG to 11.3 PPG his rookie season. I'm expecting Marvin to make an even bigger jump, from 8.5 PPG.

I liked what I saw from him, but he needs to finish stronger when he drives. He can drive and get to the FT line anytime he wants, but got his shot rejected a bunch of times. That's something he needs to work on.

o.iatlhawksfan

Nice article, I think letting Marvin do whatever he wants is a good thing, it will give him some much needed confident for the regular season. He aslo been working on his stregth, thats very good news the way he got to the freethrow line this past season, now he will be able to get foul and finish. I expect a breakout season for Marvin and by the end of the season I won't be suprise if he's the hawks second option.