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Warriors’ Al Horford backs Luke Kornet’s criticism of Hawks’ ‘Magic City Night’

Originally posted on Hoops Wire | By Sam Amico | Last updated Mar 3, 2026 2:09 PM ET

Add Al Horford to the list.

The veteran Warriors big man — who began his career with Atlanta — publicly supported Luke Kornet after Kornet criticized the Hawks’ planned “Magic City Night” promotion.

Quote-tweeting Kornet’s statement, Horford wrote simply: “Well said Luke.”

Kornet had called on the Hawks to cancel the event, arguing the NBA should “protect and esteem women” and avoid promoting what he described as potential objectification.

Well said Luke. pic.twitter.com/pGHxezOC1b

— Al Horford (@Al_Horford) March 3, 2026

Horford did not elaborate beyond his brief endorsement, but his support carries weight. A longtime team leader and one of the league’s most respected veterans, Horford spent nine seasons in Atlanta and remains closely associated with the franchise’s most successful modern stretch.

Kornet is now with the San Antonio Spurs. He and Horford are former teammates with the Boston Celtics.

The Hawks have not publicly responded to Kornet’s comments.

This article first appeared on Hoops Wire and was syndicated with permission.

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