The 12:30 p.m. start time for Game 6 has drawn criticism from many who will be working during the afternoon.
So, Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens is asking Atlanta employers and educators to “extend a little grace,” ahead of Game 6 at State Farm Arena.
[DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks]
“Whether they’re at the game or catching a few moments on their devices, please allow them to be excited for our home team,” the mayor wrote in a social media flyer complete with the official seal of the City of Atlanta.
He compared Atlanta to a group project, saying every person has a role to play and support for the dream is vital in helping the Dream secure the WNBA Championship win.
“Be the supportive leaders we know you are,” Dickens added, “Lean into this historic moment, embrace the excitement and let Atlanta show up for Atlanta!
TRENDING STORIES:
- MARTA says rail service disrupted at Brookhaven station
- 3 arrested for planning to shoot up metro Atlanta school; guns and ammo seized, police say
- Family says vet employee secretly took pug home after they paid to have dog euthanized
[SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]