Magic City Founder Reveals NBA Partnership Blunder: Just Wings and a Name

Mr. Magic, owner of the Magic City strip club in Atlanta, addressed the controversy over the canceled NBA collaboration during an interview. The event, "Magic City Monday," was initially set for March 16 during a game between the Atlanta Hawks and Orlando Magic.

The Misunderstanding

Mr. Magic clarified that misconceptions surrounded the event and that it was misrepresented by critics. It was perceived as involving dancers from Magic City during the halftime show, but this was not the case.

"It was just chicken wings and a name," he stated, emphasizing that there were no plans to feature dancers during T.I.'s scheduled performance. Despite this misunderstanding, Mr. Magic confirmed his presence at the game without featuring their popular wings.

Reactions and Opinions

Retired dancer GiGi Maguire expressed disappointment about the cancellation but indicated that an unofficial gathering would still occur. She highlighted Magic City's broader role in Atlanta's creative economy as more than just a strip club.

Official Cancellation

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver announced the cancellation of Magic City Night due to concerns from fans and partners. San Antonio Spurs player Luke Kornet supported this decision, citing a need to uphold respect for women within the NBA community.