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#TrueToAtlanta trending on social media as local fans hope to land Zion

Here are five things to know about basketball player Zion Williamson.

By AJC Sports

May 14, 2019

The Hawks are one of several teams with a chance — a small chance, but a chance nonetheless — to land the No. 1 pick in the 2019 NBA draft.

- How to watch the NBA draft lottery

The draft lottery will be held tonight where fates will be determined by the bounce of pingpong balls. Judging by Hawks fans on social media, they are hoping to land the No. 1 pick - and that Duke star Zion Williamson will be headed to Atlanta with that top pick.

- Hawks among teams 'Tryin for Zion'

- Mark Bradley: Lucking into Zion would transform the Hawks

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