Atlanta Hawks All-Star Trae Young expressed disappointment over the NBA's decision to exclude the Hawks from the nationally televised schedule for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a holiday significant to Atlanta as MLK's birthplace. This will be the first time in three years the Hawks will not feature in the national broadcast on this day, with their game against the New York Knicks scheduled for NBA League Pass instead. Young voiced his displeasure on social media, apologizing to Atlanta fans and calling out the NBA. The MLK Day national slate will feature matchups like the Boston Celtics vs. Golden State Warriors and Dallas Mavericks vs. Charlotte Hornets. The Hawks, who typically host a game on MLK Day, are also facing a challenging season as they rebuild following a 36-46 record and major roster changes.