The Brooklyn Nets are at home on Friday night as they host the Atlanta Hawks in an Eastern Conference matchup.
Brooklyn enters Friday’s game with an 18-58 record after losing at home to the Charlotte Hornets on Tuesday night.
Brooklyn Nets forward Josh Minott (00)Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images
(Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images)
In Tuesday’s loss to the Hornets, Josh Minott led the way for the Nets as he recorded 14 points and two rebounds off the bench while Nolan Traore added 10 points, five rebounds and four assists of his own.
Now Brooklyn will try to bounce back on Friday as they face off against the Hawks in a tough road matchup.
On the other side, Atlanta enters Friday’s contest with a 44-33 record after defeating the Orlando Magic on the road in dominant fashion on Wednesday night.
Atlanta Hawks guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker (7)Brett Davis-Imagn Images
(Brett Davis-Imagn Images)
Nickeil Alexander-Walker led the way for the Hawks in Wednesday’s victory as he ended the game with 32 points and four rebounds while Jalen Johnson recorded 18 points, 14 rebounds and eight assists.
While both teams are looking to pick up a victory in Friday night’s matchup, both squads may be without multiple key players due to injuries.
Hawks Injury Report: Will Jock Landale Play?
For the Hawks, they have only one player listed on their injury report as they have ruled out center Jock Landale.
Atlanta Hawks center Jock Landale (31)Brett Davis-Imagn Images
(Brett Davis-Imagn Images)
Atlanta has ruled out Landale due to a right ankle sprain that he suffered in Wednesday’s victory over the Magic and he is expected to miss at least two weeks due to the injury.
With Landale sidelined, Mouhamed Gueye could be in line for an increased role off the bench behind Onyeka Okongwu.
Nets Injury Report: Will Michael Porter Jr., Nic Claxton Play?
On the other side, the Nets have six players listed on their injury report, including both Michael Porter Jr. and Nic Claxton.
Brooklyn Nets center Nic Claxton (33)Brad Penner-Imagn Images
(Brad Penner-Imagn Images)
Brooklyn has listed Claxton as probable due to an illness and right hand soreness and he is expected to play against the Hawks.
The Nets have also listed Noah Clowney as probable and he is expected to play despite dealing with left ankle soreness.
Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. (17)Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images
(Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images)
Michael Porter Jr. has been ruled out due to a left hamstring strain that has kept him sidelined since March 12 and there is still no timetable for his return.
Danny Wolf has also been ruled out as he remains sidelined while recovering from a left ankle sprain while Egor Demin and Day’Ron Sharpe are both set to miss the remainder of the season.
Fans can catch Friday night’s matchup between the Hawks and Nets from Brooklyn at 7:30 p.m. ET.
This story was originally published by Athlon Sports on Apr 3, 2026, where it first appeared in the NBA section. Add Athlon Sports as a Preferred Source by clicking here.