US EditionHawks Will Not Cancel 'Magic City' Event Despite Luke Kornet's Public Plea
The Hawks proceed with the March 16 Magic City-themed game despite player concerns about promoting an event linked to adult entertainment, with NBA voices urging respect for women.
- The Atlanta Hawks announced last week that their March 16, 2026 home game against the Orlando Magic will be promoted as Magic City Monday, celebrating Atlanta's Magic City cultural institution.
- Linked to a STARZ docuseries, the promotion is tied to Jami Gertz's work as producer of 'Magic City: An American Fantasy,' which she called meaningful.
- At a Tuesday shoot-around Kornet said, `I really just saw the statement last week, the announcement by the Hawks`, backing his criticism of the promotion, with Al Horford supporting him publicly.
- Despite calls for cancellation, the Hawks will proceed with Magic City Monday, ignoring NBA players' objections, according to Front Office Sports.
- The press release notably left out the strip-club aspect and fans can get a co-branded Magic City Hawks hoodie, specialty wings from Magic City and a halftime act by T.I.
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