Hawks to face Orlando Magic in Mexico City

MEXICO CITY — The Atlanta Hawks will head to Mexico City for a game against the Orlando Magic this November.

The matchup with be the NBA’s 32nd game played in Mexico since 1992. This is more than any country outside the U.S. and Canada.

Last season, the Hawks played two preseason games in Abu Dhabi against the Milwaukee Bucks, but this game will actually count towards the Hawks’ record.

The Hawks won three out of four games against the Magic last season.

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The game will be played at Arena CDMX in Mexico City on Nov. 9.

Atlanta has never traveled to Mexico City for a game. On the other hand, this will be Orlando’s fourth time making the trip.

For fans looking to make the trip, tickets will go on sale to the public on Aug. 19.

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