Now that the Hawks' magic carpet ride through the playoffs has ended, it's time for the real work to begin.

Namely, getting back there again, and perhaps going a bit further in the postseason.

The only glitch is that several key contracts run out at the end of June. Coach Mike Woodson's contract expires and so do the rookie deals of forwards Josh Smith and Josh Childress, who will both be restricted free agents.

Hawks All-Star and captain Joe Johnson has made it clear that he wants to see Woodson and his staff return.

"He's done a great job this season," Johnson said. "I'd love for him and the coaching staff to come back. Hopefully we can really, really make that happen."

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