The Hawks will open NBA Cup play when former All-Star guard Trae Young and No. 1 overall pick AJ Dybantsa come to Atlanta with the Wizards on November 6.

Dominique Wilkins, Dyson Daniels and Jalen Johnson are among the Hawks who have helped at the event, which has packed more than 5.1 million meals for Atlantans in need.

LeBron James joining the 76ers could prove beneficial to the Hawks by increasing competition in the East.

The Atlanta Hawks improved their roster this offseason, but LeBron James joining the 76ers adds another contender in the Eastern Conference.

With the additions of Lu Dort and Ryan Nembhard via a three-team trade with the Thunder and Mavericks, the Hawks have increased their toughness and improved their defense.

It’s the second trade this summer between the Hawks and Thunder, along with the June deal that brought guard Aaron Wiggins to Atlanta.

The Hawks had the chance to punch their way to a spot in the Summer League playoffs with a win, but were eliminated from the championship race after a loss to the Grizzlies.

This is not the first time ANF and Peachtree TV have broadcast Hawks games locally.

Hawks forward Mouhamed Gueye will miss the start of the regular season after having surgery Tuesday for a foot fracture, the team announced Wednesday.

The Atlanta Hawks are in second place in the NBA Summer League standings with one game to play in Las Vegas. The top four teams will advance to the playoffs.