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Hawks Aim to Soar Past Shorthanded Raptors in NBA Season Opener
23 Oct
Summary
- Hawks enter the game with a fully healthy roster
- Raptors will be missing two key players due to injury and illness
- Matchup between Eastern Conference contenders Atlanta Hawks and Toronto Raptors
The 2025-26 NBA regular season is set to kick off on October 22, 2025, with a highly anticipated matchup between the Atlanta Hawks and the Toronto Raptors. The game will take place at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia, with a 7:30 pm ET start time.
The Hawks, who finished as the 9th seed in the Eastern Conference last season, are poised to make a strong start to their campaign. Led by their star player Trae Young, the Hawks will enter the game with a fully healthy roster, giving them a distinct advantage over their opponents.
In contrast, the Raptors will be missing two key players from their lineup. Collin Murray-Boyles is out due to a forearm injury, while Ja'Kobe Walter is sidelined with an illness. This will undoubtedly be a challenge for the Raptors as they look to get off to a winning start.
