On Monday, January 19, 2026, the Milwaukee Bucks (17-24) visit the Atlanta Hawks (20-24) for a Martin Luther King Jr. Day matchup at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia.
This contest kicks off the NBA’s special MLK Day quadrupleheader and brings together two Eastern Conference teams fighting to climb into playoff positioning.
Tip-off: 1:00 PM ET (Eastern Time) – that’s 6:00 PM GMT / 7:00 PM CET on Monday afternoon.
MLK Day games are one of the marquee parts of the NBA schedule each year, blending competitive basketball with commemorations honoring Dr. King’s legacy on and off the court.
Where to Watch (TV & Streaming)
📺 TV / Streaming:
Peacock — Exclusive live stream of this game. The Bucks vs. Hawks is the first of four marquee NBA games on MLK Day across NBC & Peacock.
📡 Alternate Streaming:
NBA League Pass – available out-of-market (subscription required).
Fubo – also carries NBA games (subscription required).
Broadcast availability may vary based on region or rights restrictions.
Radio Coverage
🎧 Local Radio:
Sports Radio 92.9 The Game (WZGC-FM) — Atlanta Hawks flagship radio.
Additional stations like WTMJ Newsradio 620 (Bucks’ market) may carry the game in respective local markets.
Fans tuning in on traditional radio or online audio streams can follow play-by-play and commentary across these networks.
Game Threads & Live Discussion
If you’d like to follow the game with fan commentary, live reactions, or in-progress box scores:
GAME THREAD: Milwaukee Bucks (17-24) @ Atlanta Hawks (20-24) — Jan 19, 2026
This fan-run thread provides real-time updates, links to previews, and space for discussion as the game happens.
Look for threads in Reddit’s r/nba, r/mkebucks, or r/atlantahawks communities for lively interaction.
Storylines Heading In
While both teams are just under .500 on the season, MLK Day provides a stage for big personalities like Giannis Antetokounmpo of the Bucks and rising Hawks talents to make statements.
Atlanta’s high-powered offense and Milwaukee’s interior strength set up an intriguing strategic clash.
Expect fans, analysts, and sportsbooks alike to monitor this one closely — especially as playoff races tighten in the Eastern Conference.
Let me know if you want injury updates or player projections for tonight’s game!