Why do the Atlanta Hawks have MLK on their jerseys?
www.the-sun.com › sport › 2988120Jun 15, 2021 · With Atlanta being the hometown of Dr King, the Hawks have the privilege of hosting an NBA game every year to celebrate MLK Day. During their January 17 game against the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Hawks wore the NBA's first jerseys inspired by the civil rights icon. The letters "MLK" were stuck on the chest of the jersey, while the Hawks homecourt was also inspired by Dr. King.