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NBA Cancels Atlanta Hawks Magic City Night Event Amid Backlash

The Atlanta Hawks planned Magic City Night, featuring a local landmark, custom hoodies, a halftime performance by T.I., and signature Lemon Pepper wings, was abruptly canceled by NBA commissioner Adam Silver. The decision came after San Antonio Spurs center Luke Kornets critical blog post and growing public concerns about tying a team event to a strip club. Magic City has a history in Atlantas scene and previously made headlines during the pandemic bubble. The cancellation leaves the late-season matchup without its planned local flair.

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