The Atlanta Dream open their home schedule against the Indiana Fever on Thursday night. They unveiled a new court with the statement “Pay Some Respect to Women’s Sports” painted on it.

The Dream announced the initiative Wednesday. "Pay Some Respect to Women's Sports" will be emblazoned across center court for the Dream's home opener against the Indiana Fever. The game takes place Thursday at State Farm Arena. Afterwards, the court will be donated to a local youth organization.

Indiana Fever (1-1, 1-1 Eastern Conference) at Atlanta Dream (1-1, 1-1 Eastern Conference)Atlanta; Thursday, 6:30 p.m. CDT on Amazon PrimeBOTTOM LINE: Atlanta D

The Atlanta Dream are back home. Beginning with Thursday night’s season opener against the Indiana Fever at State Farm Arena, the Dream will host consecutive home games over the Memorial Day weekend.

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