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The Hawks’ offensive onslaught overwhelms the Nets in a lopsided victory, showcasing Atlanta’s rise as an Eastern Conference contender.Brooklyn Today
The Atlanta Hawks continued their impressive run with a decisive 141-107 victory over the Brooklyn Nets on Friday night. CJ McCollum led the way for the Hawks with 25 points and 7 assists as Atlanta cruised to its 4th straight win and 18th in the last 20 games.
Why it matters
The Hawks’ recent hot streak has propelled them up the Eastern Conference standings, establishing them as a legitimate contender in the NBA playoffs. Meanwhile, the loss is another setback for the underperforming Nets, who have struggled to find consistency this season.
The details
Atlanta’s offense was firing on all cylinders, shooting over 55% from the field and 45% from 3-point range. In addition to McCollum’s strong performance, the Hawks got significant contributions from Trae Young (22 points, 11 assists) and Clint Capela (18 points, 12 rebounds). Brooklyn had no answers defensively as the Hawks built a big lead early and never looked back.
The game took place on Friday, April 4, 2026.
The players
CJ McCollum
A veteran guard and All-Star for the Atlanta Hawks.
Trae Young
The star point guard and leader of the Atlanta Hawks.
Clint Capela
The starting center and defensive anchor for the Atlanta Hawks.
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What they’re saying
“We’re really starting to click as a team and it’s showing on the court. This was a big win for us against a tough opponent.”
— CJ McCollum, Guard, Atlanta Hawks
What’s next
The Hawks will look to extend their winning streak when they host the Milwaukee Bucks on Sunday, April 6th.
The takeaway
Atlanta’s dominant performance over Brooklyn demonstrates the Hawks’ emergence as an Eastern Conference powerhouse this season. Their balanced scoring attack and stifling defense have fueled this impressive run, putting the rest of the NBA on notice.