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BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - SEPTEMBER 24: Luke Kornet #40 of the Boston Celtics speaks to the media during Boston Celtics Media Day at The Auerbach Center on September 24, 2024 in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Maddie Malhotra/Getty Images)
Former Celtics center Luke Kornet has called out his current team regarding an upcoming collaboration they have planned.
Specifically, Kornet has called out the Atlanta Hawks to cancel their collaboration with Magic City, the famous Atlanta strip club, that is set to happen during the team’s March 16 game against the Orlando Magic. The promotion was announced recently, with a live performance by Atlanta native T.I set along as well as a special hoodie being available for purchase.
In a blog post, Kornet said that allowing this to happen “would reflect poorly on us as an NBA community, specifically in being complicit in the potential objectification and mistreatment of women in our society.”
“Regardless of how a woman finds her way into the adult entertainment industry, many in this space experience abuse, harassment, and violence to which they should never be subjected,” Kornet continued.
“We desire to provide an environment where fans of all ages can safely come and enjoy the game of basketball and where we can celebrate the history and culture of communities in good conscience,” he added. “The celebration of a strip club is not conduct aligned with that vision”
According to Front Office Sports, a team spokesperson said that the Hawks “have no plans to change their ‘Magic City Monday’ promotion.”
Luke Kornet’s Former Celtics Teammate Shows Support
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Al Horford, who played alongside Kornet for four seasons from 2021-2025, showed support for the center in a post on social media.
“Well said Luke,” Horford simply said, sharing the letter written by Kornet on X formerly known as Twitter.