ATLANTA, 23 February 2026 – The Atlanta Hawks and Brooklyn Nets met for a high-stakes Eastern Conference clash on Sunday, 22 February, as both teams look to solidify their positions heading into the final stretch of the 2025-26 NBA season. The matchup at State Farm Arena marked the second of four scheduled meetings between the two franchises this season.
Recent Matchup and Results
The Atlanta Hawks entered the contest holding a 27-31 record, sitting ninth in the Eastern Conference. Meanwhile, the Brooklyn Nets arrived in Georgia struggling with a 15-40 record, positioned 14th in the East and desperate to snap a three-game losing skid.
In their previous encounter on 29 October 2025, Atlanta secured a 117-112 victory in Brooklyn, powered by a strong first-half performance. Heading into Sunday’s game, analysts favoured the Hawks due to their offensive pace and home-court advantage, while the Nets were hampered by the absence of Jonathan Kuminga.
Head-to-Head History
The rivalry between these two teams is long-standing, dating back to the Nets’ origins in the ABA. Historically, the Hawks have held the upper hand in the regular season, though the Nets have remained competitive over the last several seasons.
| Stat Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Regular Season Games | 200 |
| Atlanta Hawks Wins | 108 |
| Brooklyn Nets Wins | 92 |
| Most Recent Result (Oct 2025) | Hawks 117, Nets 112 |
| H2H Record (Past 5 Years) | Nets lead 9-6 (as of Feb 2026) |
Current Team Form
The Hawks have had a mixed run of form recently, including a heavy 128-97 loss to the Miami Heat just two days prior to the Nets game. Despite this, they remain in the play-in tournament hunt. The Nets, conversely, have struggled with consistency, recently falling to the Cleveland Cavaliers 112-84 as part of their current slide.
Public sentiment leading into the game suggested a double-digit victory for Atlanta, with many fans on social platforms like Reddit expressing concern over Brooklyn’s inability to string together efficient scoring quarters without key personnel.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the last game between the Hawks and the Nets?
The Atlanta Hawks won the most recent completed game prior to today, defeating the Nets 117-112 on 29 October 2025.
Where do the Hawks and Nets stand in the Eastern Conference?
As of 23 February 2026, the Hawks are 9th in the Eastern Conference (27-31), while the Nets are 14th (15-40).
How many times do the Hawks and Nets play this season?
The teams are scheduled to play a total of four times during the 2025-26 regular season.
What is the all-time record between these two teams?
The Hawks lead the all-time regular-season series with 108 wins to the Nets’ 92.