1996–97 Atlanta Hawks season Game log December

| Game | Date_ | Opponent | Score | Location_Attendance | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | December 3 | vs Boston Celtics | W 105-95 | Omni Coliseum | 10-7 |
| Game | Date | Opponent | Score | Location Attendance | Record |
| 18 | December 4 | at Detroit Pistons | L 90-100 | The Palace of Auburn Hills 14,574 | 10-8 |
| 19 | December 7 | vs Toronto Raptors | W 101-75 | Omni Coliseum 11,422 | 11-8 |
| 20 | December 10 | vs Denver Nuggets | W 89-88 | Omni Coliseum | 12-8 |
| 21 | December 14 | vs Philadelphia 76ers | W 106-81 | Omni Coliseum 12,473 | 13-8 |
| 22 | December 17 | at Dallas Mavericks | W 109-73 | Reunion Arena 14,805 | 14-8 |
| 23 | December 20 | vs New Jersey Nets | W 109-95 | Omni Coliseum 12,884 | 15-8 |