Kyle Korver News

Since GM Danny Ferry was hired by the Atlanta Hawks last summer, an emphasis has been placed on offensive spacing.

When teams are clearing cap space one, two, or even three years in advance of a summer with big-name free agents who could change the fortunes of any franchise, it's always the elephant in the front office with what the plan is.

The arms up signal of a made three was a common occurrence when Kyle Korver was on the floor.

And the former Atlanta Hawks coach said he is confident he can put a winning product on the floor while maintaining strong relationships with his players.

There will be no shortage of drama this offseason. The futures of marquee names Chris Paul and Dwight Howard are surrounded by uncertainly.

With the expiration of many high-paying contracts, the Atlanta Hawks will have plenty of cap space to pursue a solid free-agent market in the 2013 offseason.

"We are thrilled to have Mike as the next coach of the Atlanta Hawks," Hawks GM Danny Ferry said.

Mar 13, 2013; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks small forward Kyle Korver shoots a three point shot in the second half against the Los Angeles Lakers at Philips Arena.

With Josh Smith's contract coming off of the books, the Atlanta Hawks will have plenty of cap space to pursue free agents this offseason and take the next step in becoming an elite franchise in the NBA .