Why is Atlanta freaking out about Josh Childress?

So the Hawks lost this kid to that Greek team. I don't blame Childress for two reasons:

1. The money. $2-3 million more per year. Anybody that doesn't think this is a big factor isn't thinking straight. In addition, all of his living are covered by the team, and he has annual opt-out clauses with no buy-outs.

2. For the first time as a pro, he'll be a starter. Who would rather ride the pine than hit the hardwood? Nobody. You play to play.

The Spirit group could have handled this better, but, really, what's the big deal? Atlanta media types are talking about Childress being a "special" player; one tha will be hard to replace. I disagree. Childress has been over-rated and over-paid from the outset. He's a 6th man on a sub .500 team. Unlike great 6th men, he's not good enough to start for the lower 3rd of the league. No other teams were seeking his services. Maybe the Hawks can use his big salary for a more complementary player.
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