The Atlanta Hawks aim to snap a three-game losing streak as they visit the Philadelphia 76ers in an Eastern Conference clash following the All-Star break. The Hawks, struggling with consistency and injuries, sit 10th in the East and rely on Trae Young’s playmaking against a Sixers team that’s 6th in the standings but dealing with key absences and a recent blowout loss. Philadelphia’s defense (top-10 DRtg at 110.8) could exploit Atlanta’s poor road form, while the Hawks’ pace (98.4) might push for a high-scoring affair if Embiid sits.
Venue Location
Xfinity Mobile Arena
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Tipoff is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. ET
TV: FDSSE and NBCS-PH
Live Stream: NBA League Pass
Injury Report
Both teams are managing key injuries, with Philadelphia’s frontcourt potentially thinned if Embiid is held out for knee management post-All-Star break. Atlanta’s depth is tested without Dante, and Kuminga’s status could impact their wing defense.
| Team | Player | Position | Status | Reason |
| Hawks | Jonathan Kuminga | PF | Questionable | Knee |
| Hawks | N’Faly Dante | C | Out | Knee |
| Hawks | Dyson Daniels | G | Available | Right Ankle |
| 76ers | Joel Embiid | C | GTD | Knee Injury Management |
| 76ers | Quentin Grimes | G | GTD | Illness |
| 76ers | Paul George | F | Out | League Suspension |
| 76ers | Dominick Barlow | F | Available | Illness |
If Embiid plays, his presence boosts Philadelphia’s NRtg by +6.2; without him, Andre Drummond starts, but the Sixers’ ORtg drops to 112.4. Kuminga’s potential absence hurts Atlanta’s rebounding (42.6 RPG, bottom-10). Expect increased roles for Tyrese Maxey and Onyeka Okongwu.
Key Player Matchups
This matchup features guard battles and potential frontcourt mismatches, with Embiid’s status looming large over Atlanta’s interior defense.
- Trae Young (Hawks) vs. Tyrese Maxey (76ers): Young (27.4 PPG, 10.8 APG) drives Atlanta’s offense but faces Maxey’s speed (26.2 PPG, 6.8 APG). Maxey’s efficiency (47.2% FG) could exploit Young’s defensive lapses (opponents +4.1 points per 100 possessions). If Grimes sits, Maxey handles more point duties.
- Joel Embiid (76ers) vs. Onyeka Okongwu/Jock Landale (Hawks): Embiid (if available, 33.4 PPG, 11.6 RPG) dominates inside, especially against Atlanta’s 116.4 DRtg. Okongwu (9.8 RPG) provides athleticism, but Landale’s spacing (5.2 3PA/G) might pull Embiid out. Without Embiid, Dominick Barlow fills in, reducing Philly’s threat.
- Zaccharie Risacher (Hawks) vs. VJ Edgecombe (76ers): Rookie wings clash—Risacher (12.6 PPG) vs. Edgecombe (14.8 PPG, strong defender). Edgecombe’s steals (1.6 SPG) could disrupt Atlanta’s perimeter, where they shoot 35.8% from three.
- Bench Impact: Hawks’ Nickeil Alexander-Walker (clutch performer, 9.4 APG off bench) vs. Sixers’ Kelly Oubre Jr. (energy, 15.2 PPG). Atlanta’s bench NRtg +2.1 with Alexander-Walker; Philly’s drops -3.4 without George.
Recent Team Forms
Atlanta has lost three straight, struggling defensively (120.6 PPG allowed recently). Philadelphia alternates wins and losses but enters off a humiliating defeat.
Atlanta Hawks Last 5 Games:
| Date | Opponent | Result | Score |
| Feb 11 | @ Hornets | L | 107-110 |
| Feb 9 | @ Timberwolves | L | 116-138 |
| Feb 7 | vs. Hornets | L | 119-126 |
| Feb 5 | vs. Jazz | W | 121-119 |
| Feb 3 | @ Heat | W | 127-115 |
- Form: L-L-L-W-W
- Key Trend: 1-6 ATS in last 7; road woes (10-19 away), allowing 122.4 PPG in skid. ORtg 114.2, but turnovers (14.8 per game) rise without full health.
Philadelphia 76ers Last 5 Games:
| Date | Opponent | Result | Score |
| Feb 11 | vs. Knicks | L | 89-138 |
| Feb 7 | @ Suns | W | 109-103 |
| Feb 5 | @ Lakers | L | 115-119 |
| Feb 3 | @ Warriors | W | 113-94 |
| Feb 2 | @ Clippers | W | 128-113 |
- Form: L-W-L-W-W
- Key Trend: 6-3 SU in last 9; home strength (15-14), but blowout loss exposed fatigue (87.8 ORtg vs. NYK). DRtg 110.8 overall, elite when Embiid plays.
Series History
Philadelphia holds a slight all-time edge, but Atlanta has won recent meetings, showing upset potential.
- All-Time Record: 76ers 203-200 vs. Hawks
- Recent Head-to-Head: Hawks won Dec. 14, 2025 (120-117 in Atlanta)
Hawks also won Nov. 30, 2025 (134-142? Wait, correction: ATL 134 @ PHI 142, PHI win? Sources vary; recent Hawks 5-2 in last 7). Hawks 5-2 ATS in last 7 H2H
- Key Stat: In last 10, 76ers 6-4 SU, but over has hit in 7 of 10.
Betting Trends
- Trends: Hawks 1-6 ATS in last 7; 2-5 SU in last 7. 76ers 6-3 SU in last 9; 30-23 ATS overall, but 1-4 ATS when favored by 4-6 points. Over in 4 of Hawks’ last 6; under in 6 of last 10 H2H
Game Odds
Atlanta Hawks 237.5
Philadelphia Sixers – 4.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Wednesday, February 18, 2026
