Special Commemorative Program and T-Shirts For All Fans in Attendance and Memorable Halftime Ceremony Honoring the ‘Human Highlight Film’ Scheduled; SportSouth to Honor Wilkins with ‘Celebrating Nique’ Tonight at 8 p.m. ET
Atlanta Hawks
ATLANTA -- ‘Nique Week,’ the Atlanta Hawks’ tribute to franchise icon Dominique Wilkins, will culminate with ‘Dominique Wilkins Night’ on Friday, March 6, when the Eastern Conference-leading Hawks host the Cleveland Cavaliers at 7:30 p.m. Early-arriving fans will witness a state-of-the-art 3D projection tribute to the 2006 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame inductee prior to tip-off, and the first 21,000 attendees will receive a commemorative, Wilkins jersey-inspired, No. 21 t-shirt courtesy of Novo Nordisk. To further enhance the night, the Hawks are replacing traditional game programs with 21,000 individually-numbered Wilkins-themed magazines. Additionally, Levy, the food and beverage vendor at Philips Arena, is offering specially-designed cups for drinks purchased at concession stands on the day of game.
“Dominique is one of the greatest athletes in the history of Atlanta sports and it’s only fitting that Friday night be as memorable for him as he has been for the Hawks franchise and this city,” Atlanta Hawks and Philips Arena CEO Steve Koonin said. “Every facet of our game will pay homage to the legacy he’s created on and off the court.”
Throughout the game, career highlights and special acknowledgement videos from fans and current players will be aired in the arena. During a halftime ceremony, Wilkins will be presented with a special gift from the 2014-15 Hawks team, and will also receive a one-of-a-kind piece of art before addressing the Philips Arena crowd. Fans are also encouraged to visit Hawkville in Philips Experience and leave a personal message for the legend inside an awe-inspiring Dominique Wilkins photo gallery.
The week-long toast to the Hawks’ all-time leader in points and games played includes the unveiling of a 13.5-foot tall statue, nationwide media coverage, and a private luncheon for invited guests. Highlights from the private ceremony honoring Wilkins will be televised in a special hour-long presentation, Celebrating Nique, tonight, at 8:00 p.m. on SportSouth. The program will re-air the same night at 11:00 p.m. and will air again on Friday, March 6, at 6:00 p.m. and 10:30 p.m.
“Dominique’s greatness on and off the court as a Hawks player and now a broadcaster is unmatched,” said Jeff Genthner, senior vice president and general manager, FOX Sports South. “Celebrating Nique will put a well-deserved spotlight on the most iconic player to ever wear the Hawks uniform.”
The Hawks vs. Cavaliers game will be televised exclusively on SportSouth; coverage will begin at 7:00 p.m. with the Hawks LIVE! pregame show. The telecast will feature live coverage of Wilkins addressing the Philips Arena crowd at halftime.
A limited number of seats remain for the largest celebration in Hawks’ history on Friday. Tickets can be purchased without ticketing fees by clicking here.
#TrueLegend
“Dominique is one of the greatest athletes in the history of Atlanta sports and it’s only fitting that Friday night be as memorable for him as he has been for the Hawks franchise and this city,” Atlanta Hawks and Philips Arena CEO Steve Koonin said. “Every facet of our game will pay homage to the legacy he’s created on and off the court.”
Throughout the game, career highlights and special acknowledgement videos from fans and current players will be aired in the arena. During a halftime ceremony, Wilkins will be presented with a special gift from the 2014-15 Hawks team, and will also receive a one-of-a-kind piece of art before addressing the Philips Arena crowd. Fans are also encouraged to visit Hawkville in Philips Experience and leave a personal message for the legend inside an awe-inspiring Dominique Wilkins photo gallery.
The week-long toast to the Hawks’ all-time leader in points and games played includes the unveiling of a 13.5-foot tall statue, nationwide media coverage, and a private luncheon for invited guests. Highlights from the private ceremony honoring Wilkins will be televised in a special hour-long presentation, Celebrating Nique, tonight, at 8:00 p.m. on SportSouth. The program will re-air the same night at 11:00 p.m. and will air again on Friday, March 6, at 6:00 p.m. and 10:30 p.m.
“Dominique’s greatness on and off the court as a Hawks player and now a broadcaster is unmatched,” said Jeff Genthner, senior vice president and general manager, FOX Sports South. “Celebrating Nique will put a well-deserved spotlight on the most iconic player to ever wear the Hawks uniform.”
The Hawks vs. Cavaliers game will be televised exclusively on SportSouth; coverage will begin at 7:00 p.m. with the Hawks LIVE! pregame show. The telecast will feature live coverage of Wilkins addressing the Philips Arena crowd at halftime.
A limited number of seats remain for the largest celebration in Hawks’ history on Friday. Tickets can be purchased without ticketing fees by clicking here.
#TrueLegend
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