The most recently updated CDC guidelines have given State Farm Arena the opportunity to open nearly every seat for our first-round matchup with the New York Knicks. The decision to have a near-full fan capacity at State Farm Arena was determined in coordination with health experts and local officials and approved by the NBA.
This is an important moment in Atlanta Hawks history as we make our return to the postseason with a young, exciting team poised to take the next step. We now have an incredible opportunity to provide the best home court advantage possible for what will most definitely be an amazing first-round series.