The Atlanta Hawks started the 2019-20 regular season on a high note, topping the Detroit Pistons in the opener behind a sterling performance from Trae Young. After a hiatus from game action on Friday, the Hawks will return to the hardwood on Saturday evening and, this time, State Farm Arena will play host to the proceedings.
In the team’s home opener, the Hawks will square off with the Orlando Magic and, in short, Lloyd Pierce’s squad will be looking to change the recent dynamic against a Southeast Division rival. In 2018-19, the Magic swept the four-game season series with the Hawks, outscoring Atlanta by 81 (!