Brooklyn Nets vs Atlanta Hawks Picks and Prediction for Saturday November 7, 2026

The Brooklyn Nets will be on the road Saturday night for a matchup against the Atlanta Hawks inside State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia. The game is scheduled to begin at 7:30 PM ET. Brooklyn comes into this matchup struggling this season with only two wins through their first eight games played, despite winning two of the last three after a 10-point home win against Charlotte. The Atlanta Hawks come into Saturday. Atlanta is a -6.5 favorite Saturday and a -253 on the money line. Brooklyn is a +208, and the total is 224.5. Keep up with our NBA Picks.

Brooklyn goes for their second home win 

The Brooklyn Nets offense is averaging 106.6 points per game on 43% shooting from the floor this season. Defensively, Brooklyn is allowing 112.9 points per game through eight games played. Michael Porter Jr. leads the Brooklyn offense with 21.4 points and 7.4 rebounds per game. Julius Randle is second on the roster with 21 points per game to go along with a team-high 4.8 assists. Mikel Brown Jr. and Nolan Traore are tied for third on the team, averaging 12 points each. Big man Moritz Wagner is adding 10.4 points per game as the fifth Brooklyn player averaging double figures. Offensively, Brooklyn was solid in its last outing, scoring 114 points, including 64 in the second half, on 51% shooting from the floor and 30% from beyond the arc. Defensively, the Nets got the job done, allowing 104 points on 40% shooting. Brooklyn grabbed 38 rebounds and forced 17 turnovers in the victory. Michael Porter Jr. led the Brooklyn offense with 26 points and 10 rebounds on 17 shots.

Key Injury Report for Brooklyn:

• Noah Clowney (GTD) - Knee
• Day'Ron Sharpe (GTD) - Undisclosed
• Egor Demin (Out) - Leg
• Tyler Bilodeau (GTD) - Shoulder

Hawks go for 3 in a row

The Atlanta Hawks offense is averaging 115.8 points per game on 45% shooting from the floor this season. Defensively, Atlanta has been mediocre, allowing 113 points per game. Nickeil Alexander-Walker leads the Atlanta offense with 21.7 points per game. Jalen Johnson is second on the roster, averaging 18.3 points to go along with team highs of nine rebounds and 7.9 assists per game. CJ McCollum is adding 14.3 points per game, while Aaron Williams contributes 13.9 points per contest. Big man Onyeka Okongwu is the fifth player on the Atlanta roster averaging double figures, posting 12.2 points in just over 29 minutes per game.

Key Injury Report for Atlanta:

• Keshon Gilbert (Out) - Knee
• Asa Newell (Out) - Toe
• Jock Landale (Out) - Hip
• Jalen Johnson (GTD) - Ankle
• Mouhamed Gueye (Out) - Foot

Brooklyn Nets vs Atlanta Hawks Picks and Prediction

Pick: Atlanta Hawks -6.5

Atlanta has the offensive weapons and home-court advantage necessary to find success against Brooklyn in this matchup. The Hawks should be able to generate consistent scoring opportunities by attacking the paint and creating open looks from beyond the arc. Brooklyn has shown the ability to compete defensively, but the Nets could struggle to match Atlanta's offensive production for four quarters. The Hawks also have enough athleticism to create transition opportunities and capitalize on Brooklyn turnovers. Look for Atlanta to establish control with its offensive production and use a strong second half to secure the home victory.

Total Pick: Over 224.5

This matchup has the potential to produce plenty of points as both teams should find opportunities to attack in transition. Atlanta has the offensive talent to push the pace and generate consistent scoring opportunities, while Brooklyn should have chances to capitalize if the Hawks struggle with their defensive rotations. The Nets will need to score to keep pace with Atlanta, which could lead to more possessions and additional opportunities for both teams. Expect the Hawks to establish an aggressive offensive rhythm and force Brooklyn into a faster game. Look for enough scoring from both sides to push this matchup over the total.

Final Picks: Atlanta Hawks -6.5 and Over 224.5

Game Written Before Completion of the Game on Friday