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ATLANTA -- The Atlanta Hawks will celebrate the life and legacy of civil rights pioneer and Atlanta native Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. when they host the Detroit Pistons on Monday, Jan. 19 at 2:30 p.m. State-of-the-art 3D projection and a special choir ensemble from Atlanta churches will present fans with a Martin Luther King, Jr. Day experience never before seen in the NBA.

“The Hawks are on the precipice of a movement that will have an overwhelmingly positive impact on the current and future state of our organization, and the way we operate within the sports industry. Dr. King’s legacy empowers us to charge ahead as we break down barriers on our path toward equality on and off the court. We are excited to celebrate his life with all of our fans,” said Nzinga Shaw, Chief Diversity &amp; Inclusion Officer of the Atlanta Hawks.

Fans who arrive early to Philips Arena will be treated to a unique video tribute honoring Dr. King, displayed across the playing surface via 3D projection. Following the video tribute, the ensemble choir, led by former Hawk and current pastor John Battle and his wife, Grammy Award-winning singer Regina Belle, will join public address announcer Ryan Cameron for a one-of-a-kind version of player introductions. Belle and the choir will return for a Dr. King-inspired, love-themed halftime performance.

This will mark the 16th consecutive season the Hawks have hosted a game on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.