Published Apr 2, 6:27am ET by
James Tillman - Betting Preview Analyst and Sports Writer
Last updated Apr 2, 6:27am ET
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One of the games on Friday's NBA slate features the Brooklyn Nets hosting the Atlanta Hawks. Who has the edge in our Nets vs Hawks pick?
After a 109-102 loss to the Celtics, Atlanta has regrouped to win three straight games, including a 130-101 blowout win against the Orlando Magic on Wednesday night.
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The Hawks trailed 28-25 after the opening frame. But a 77-48 scoring edge over the middle two quarters helped Atlanta put the game out of reach.
Nickeil Alexander-Walker led five double-digit scorers with 32 points and five rebounds. He shot 11-for-16 overall and 5-of-9 from long range. Jalen Johnson posted a double-double that consisted of 18 points and 14 rebounds.
The Nets stopped a 10-game losing skid with a win against the Sacramento Kings. Unfortunately, they followed that up with a 117-86 loss to the Charlotte Hornets.
After trailing by 17 points, Brooklyn pulled within 47-39 in the second quarter. Unfortunately, the home team got no closer than that as it was outscored 70-47 the rest of the way.
Josh Minott was one of five players in double figures for the Nets. He finished with 14 points. Ziaire Williams, Drake Powell, and Nolan Traore contributed 10 points each.
Here's a look at what you need to know for both teams ahead of this contest.
The Nets have dropped five of the previous six meetings in this series, and Atlanta is 11-1 across its last 12 outings against Eastern Conference opponents. Going with Atlanta is the sure bet here.
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