Belly Gang Kushington Will Perform at Hawks Opener
The 35-year-old rapper is scheduled to headline the halftime show at State Farm Arena on October 24.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Basketball
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Rapper Belly Gang Kushington will take the stage during the Atlanta Hawks home opener against the Houston Rockets on October 24. The performance marks a return for the artist, who previously performed at a Hawks game in March.
Why it matters
The halftime performance aims to energize the crowd for the season-opening matchup at State Farm Arena. Every attendee at the game will receive a commemorative T-shirt as part of the event festivities.
The home opener features a tip-off at 8:30 p.m. at State Farm Arena. Rapper Belly Gang Kushington, 35, returns to the arena after previously performing at a game in March.
The players
Belly Gang Kushington
He is a 35-year-old rapper who gained prominence for the track 'WTF Goin'.
Atlanta Hawks
They are a professional basketball team that plays home games at State Farm Arena.
Houston Rockets
They are a professional basketball team competing against the Hawks in the season opener.
Atlanta Dream
This is a WNBA team that will play in the league finals at State Farm Arena on the same day.
The details
Attendees will be treated to the halftime show featuring the rapper known for the track 'WTF Goin'. All ticket holders will receive a complimentary T-shirt during the home opener.
Timeline
March 2026: Belly Gang Kushington performed at a Hawks game.
October 24, 2026: The Atlanta Hawks host the Houston Rockets for the home opener and halftime show.
Season Trajectory
The halftime show coincides with the WNBA Finals taking place at State Farm Arena on the same day. This dual-event schedule highlights the high-traffic nature of the venue as the basketball season gains momentum.
Fans attending the game should prepare for an 8:30 p.m. tip-off and remember to collect their promotional T-shirt. The venue will experience increased foot traffic due to the WNBA Finals occurring on the same date.
The takeaway
The event provides a major promotional opportunity for both the team and the musical artist. Fans should plan for potential venue congestion given the multiple professional basketball events scheduled at the arena.
Further reading
Find more local coverage on the Atlanta Basketball page.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution.
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