The Brooklyn Nets (15-40) conclude their three-game road trip this afternoon at State Farm Arena, facing an Atlanta Hawks (27-31) squad looking to solidify its position in the Eastern Conference play-in race. Tip-off is scheduled for 3:30 PM ET on 22 February 2026.
Game Preview: Nets vs. Hawks
Brooklyn enters today’s contest in what analysts are describing as “full-blown tank mode,” having struggled offensively in recent outings. The Nets have dropped four consecutive road games and currently sit 25 games under .500. Conversely, the Hawks are fighting to stay relevant in the postseason picture, currently holding a .466 winning percentage.
Historically, the Hawks hold a slight edge in this matchup with 108 regular-season victories to the Nets’ 92. In their most recent meeting earlier this season on 29 October 2025, the Hawks secured a narrow 117-112 victory.
Injury Report & Lineup News
Both teams will be missing key contributors for today’s matinee:
- Brooklyn Nets: Forward Ziaire Williams remains out for personal reasons, marking his second straight missed game. Centre Nic Claxton, who was previously dealing with an ankle issue, has been cleared and is not listed on the final injury report.
- Atlanta Hawks: The Hawks will be without Jonathan Kuminga, who has been ruled out due to a knee injury. The rest of the Atlanta roster is largely healthy as they look to bounce back from a recent home loss.
Betting Odds & Predictions
Oddsmakers have positioned the Hawks as significant favourites at home. Current market lines as of Sunday morning include:
- Spread: Atlanta -8.5
- Moneyline: Atlanta -360 | Brooklyn +285
- Total (O/U): 229.5 points
Lead Editor’s Note: Consensus among experts suggests a double-digit victory for Atlanta. With Brooklyn’s offence averaging low scores recently and the absence of Kuminga potentially slowing Atlanta’s pace, many sharp bettors are eyeing the “Under” on the total points line.
How to Watch
Fans in the New York and Atlanta markets can catch the game on FanDuel Sports Network. National streaming is available via Fubo and NBA League Pass. For those following live, the game is expected to conclude by approximately 6:00 PM ET.