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.

The new Atlanta Dream coach is finding his way by mixing his brand of basketball with a talented cast of versatile players.

For the Dream's season opener, they unveiled a new court design with the mission to shine a spotlight on women’s sports.

ATLANTA — On Thursday, the Fever go for redemption against the Dream after Atlanta edged them out on Tuesday 91-90. You can watch the game for free on WTHR Channel 13. Coverage begins at 7 p.m., with the game starting at 7:30 p.m., followed by post-game coverage.

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