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19. Paul Millsap

Paul Millsap played four seasons for the Atlanta Hawks (2013-14 to 2016-17), and he went "four for four," meaning he was named an All-Star in each of those seasons.  While the Hawks were always a lower-end playoff team when he played there, he was successful in putting together good statistical seasons, as he never had a campaign for ATL where he dipped under 16 Points or 7 Rebounds per Season.  

It was also in Atlanta that he would collect his first individual statistical title, leading the Association in Defensive Win Shares with 6.0.  Millsap's run with the Hawks ended due to the team's restructuring, but there is no doubt he made his mark there, and his contributions should not be forgotten.

20. Chuck Share

The answer to the trivia question (who was the first overall draft pick in the 1950s), Chuck Share, would be traded from Fort Wayne to the Milwaukee Hawks, which would later be moved to St. Louis.  Share, a rough player who was adept at collecting Personal Fouls, would have three seasons where he scored 15 Points per Game, but most notably was the captain for the Hawks' Championship win in 1958.

22. Steve Smith

An All-Star in 1998, Steve Smith was highly regarded for his excellent shooting skills, especially from behind the arc.  Smith would post two consecutive seasons with Atlanta, where he averaged 20.1 Points per Game.  For much of his Atlanta tenure, Smith was regarded as the team's primary option, and while he could not lead Atlanta deep into the playoffs, he always brought them there. 

18. Eddie Johnson

There were few players more exciting to watch in Atlanta than Eddie Johnson.  Johnson worked his way from a low draft pick to a two-time All-Star, and his slashing style made him a fan favorite not only in Atlanta but also throughout the NBA fan base.  Not only was he a good shooter, but he also used his speed on the defensive side of the ball, as shown by his two selections to the Second Team All Defensive squad.