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PartnershipJul 16, 2026, 08:16 AM

Gray Media Partners with Atlanta Hawks for 2026-27 NBA Broadcasts

AI Summary

Gray Media and the Atlanta Hawks announced a landmark broadcast partnership for the 2026-27 NBA season. This agreement makes Gray Media's Atlanta broadcast television station WANF the official broadcast partner, bringing all non-nationally televised Hawks regular season games to WANF and Peachtree Sports Network. The partnership ensures free over-the-air access for fans across the Atlanta market and other Gray Media stations in Georgia, building on successful previous collaborations that saw strong ratings.

Key Highlights

  • Gray Media and Atlanta Hawks announced a landmark broadcast partnership for the 2026-27 NBA season.
  • All non-nationally televised Atlanta Hawks regular season games will air on WANF and Peachtree Sports Network.
  • WANF becomes the official broadcast partner, offering free over-the-air access to games.
  • Games will be available on major pay-TV systems, streaming services, and Gray Media stations in five other Georgia markets.
  • A 13-game package in the 2025-26 season averaged over 1.5 times the ratings of other local Hawks games.
  • Gray will also broadcast three preseason games and select national games during the 2026-27 season.