Brooklyn Nets vs Atlanta Hawks Betting Pick & Prediction for 2/22

The Brooklyn Nets visit the Atlanta Hawks in an NBA game at State Farm Arena. The game will take place on Sunday, February 22, 2026, at 3:30 PM. Fans can watch the game on FDSS.

The Nets have a record of 15-40 and are struggling this season. They are ranked 14th in the Eastern Conference. On the other side, the Hawks hold a 27-31 record and are 9th in the Eastern Conference.

Nets vs Hawks Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Brooklyn Nets vs. Atlanta Hawks
  • Venue: State Farm Arena
  • Date: Sunday, February 22, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Nets +9.0 (-114), Hawks -9.0 (-109), Nets MoneyLine +286, Hawks MoneyLine -361, Over/Under 230.5 (-110)

Brooklyn Nets Team Preview

The Brooklyn Nets have had a tough stretch recently, losing their last three games. In their most recent game against the Oklahoma City Thunder, they fell 105-86. Michael Porter Jr. led the team with 22 points and 9 rebounds in that game.

Despite the losses, Porter Jr. has been a bright spot for the Nets. He averages 24.7 points per game this season. His shooting percentage is 47.1%, making him a key player for the team.

In their upcoming game against the Atlanta Hawks, the Nets will have to manage without Ziaire Williams due to a personal matter. Their current starting lineup includes Nolan Traoré and Egor Demin in the backcourt. Michael Porter Jr., Noah Clowney, and Nicolas Claxton round out the frontcourt.

Atlanta Hawks Team Preview

The Atlanta Hawks have been putting up solid numbers on offense this season. They score 116.9 points per game, ranking them 10th in the league. They also lead the league in assists, averaging 30.3 per game. Their three-point shooting is strong, making 14.4 threes per game at a 37.0% rate.

Defense has been a challenge for the Hawks. They allow 118.6 points per game, which places them 23rd in the league. Their opponents shoot 47.5% from the field. The team struggles with rebounding, grabbing only 42.4 boards per game, ranked 25th in the league.

Jalen Johnson has been a key player for the Hawks. He averages 23.3 points, 10.7 rebounds, and 8.2 assists per game. Johnson leads the team with a field goal percentage of 49.4%. Nickeil Alexander-Walker and CJ McCollum also contribute, scoring 20.0 and 18.9 points per game, respectively.

BTB Betting Pick

The Hawks are favored by 9 points against the Nets. The Nets have struggled offensively, scoring only 106.8 points per game, the lowest in the league. Considering the Hawks’ ability to score 116.9 points per game, picking the Hawks to cover the -9 spread is a reasonable choice.

The total for the game is set at 230.5 points. The Nets’ defensive stats show they allow 114.7 points per game, while the Hawks allow 118.6 points per game. Given these numbers, the combined projected score is around 231.5 points, making the over 230.5 a good pick.