"With its fresh uniforms and perspectives and unsullied optimism for a new season, media day is a traditionally happy proceeding.

And that's generally how it went for the Hawks during their official introduction to reporters Monday at Philips Arena. Yet the touchy subjects of business dealings and hurt feelings were a serious contrast to the smiles for candid photos.

For Hawks guard Jamal Crawford, there were questions about his desire for a contract extension or, failing that, a trade. All-Star Joe Johnson was asked about the who are fans still rankled because he said he "could care less if they showed up" for playoffs games after some booed the team during the Eastern Conference semifinals last spring.

Their answers: Crawford left little doubt he considers his future in Atlanta up in the air and Johnson said he's not concerned about any fallout from his comments.

Crawford is under contract for this season at a salary of $10.1 million. After earning the Sixth Man of the Year award last season, he told the Hawks he wants an extension and would rather play elsewhere if they don't oblige.

Crawford said he was leaving negotiations up to his agent and Hawks general manager Rick Sund. But does he think he will be in Atlanta for the near future?

"I honestly don't know," Crawford said. "I would love to work something out and be here long term. Last year I would have thought this was home and I'm part of the team's future.

"But if it doesn't work out that way, I guess we will just have to cross that bridge when we get there."

Asked if he felt disrespected by the lack of an extension, Crawford said: "It's not to that point yet."

"I know these things take time," he said. "I'll just be patient and go with the flow."

Crawford said he doesn't have a deadline for an extension offer but getting one before the start of the season "would be very nice."

The team's second leading scorer last season, Crawford acknowledged that uncertainty about the collective bargaining agreement is playing a large part in his desire for an extension. The current CBA expires after this season and owners are seeking major concessions from players, who could face tighter salary restrictions in the new deal."