Here are a few things to know on Friday:
1. Braves lose to Marlins
The Atlanta Braves lost the series opener against the Miami Marlins on Thursday night, 7-1. The Braves play game two of four at the Marlins on Friday at 7:10 p.m.
2. Where do Atlanta teams rank in their leagues?
Tim Tucker investigates where the Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Hawks and Atlanta United rank in their respective leagues.
3. R.A. Dickey passes on Sunday start
David O'Brien reports Atlanta Braves pitcher R.A. Dickey decided to not start Sunday's season finale.
4. Alabama director of basketball operations resigns
Two days after the FBI probe into the dark side of college basketball recruiting was announced, Alabama director of basketball operations Kobie Baker resigned. More on the AJC.com.
5. Georgia Tech hosts UNC
Ken Sugiura writes seven things to know about Saturday's matchup between Georgia Tech and North Carolina at Bobby Dodd Stadium.
