NBA cancels team's promotion celebrating famed strip club

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The NBA stepped in to cancel the Atlanta Hawks’ "Magic Monday" promotion next week, commissioner Adam Silver said.

The Hawks were set to host "Magic Monday" when the Orlando Magic were going to come to town on March 16. The franchise was set to also celebrate the city’s famed Magic City strip club, which is famous for its lemon pepper wings.

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NBA Commissioner Adam Silver speaks to media after the 75th NBA All Star Game at Intuit Dome on Feb. 15, 2026. (Kirby Lee/Imagn Images)

But after apparent backlash about the promotion, the league decided to have it canceled.

"When we became aware of the Atlanta Hawks’ scheduled promotion, we reached out to Hawks leadership to better understand their plans and rationale," Silver said, via ESPN. "While we appreciate the team’s perspective and their desire to move forward, we have heard significant concerns from a broad array of league stakeholders, including fans, partners and employees. 

"I believe canceling this promotion is the right decision for the broader NBA community."

The Hawks also released a statement.

"While we are very disappointed in the NBA’s decision to cancel our Magic City Night promotion, we fully respect its decision," the Hawks said.

"As a franchise we remain committed to celebrating the best of Atlanta – with authenticity – in ways that continue to unite and bring us all together."

Controversy sparked last week when San Antonio Spurs center Luke Kornet wrote a lengthy blog post, urging the Hawks to reconsider the event.

Atlanta Hawks forward Jonathan Kuminga (0) celebrates his basket against the Portland Trail Blazers during