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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Tim Reynolds

NBA cancels Atlanta Hawks' plans to celebrate famed Magic City adult entertainment club

Trail Blazers Hawks Basketball - (AP)

The NBA has called off the Atlanta Hawks' plans for a night celebrating the city's famed Magic City adult entertainment club, saying it did so because of “concerns” from many across the league.

Atlanta announced the plan last month, saying the team would pay tribute to an “iconic cultural institution” with food — including the club’s famous lemon pepper wings — along with music and exclusive merchandise.

Luke Kornet of the San Antonio Spurs spoke out about the idea and urged the parties involved to reconsider. And the league evidently heard the same messaging from others.

The tribute game had been scheduled for next Tuesday against Orlando.

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