Which major sports teams did Ivan Allen, Jr. bring to Atlanta?

Ivan Allen, Jr. played a pivotal role in the development of professional sports in Atlanta during his tenure as mayor from 1962 to 1970. He is particularly known for successfully attracting three major sports franchises to the city: the Atlanta Hawks (NBA), the Atlanta Braves (MLB), and the Atlanta Falcons (NFL). This move not only helped to legitimize Atlanta as a major urban center but also fostered a local sports culture that contributed to the city’s identity.

The Hawks were originally based in St. Louis and became the first professional basketball team to call Atlanta home; the Braves left Milwaukee for Atlanta, expanding Major League Baseball's reach into the South; and the Falcons were an expansion team that marked the arrival of the NFL in Atlanta. This combination of teams established Atlanta as a key location for professional sports and set the foundation for the growth of athletics in the region. The other options do not correctly represent the teams that Allen facilitated the arrival of in Atlanta during his administration.