Atlanta Hawks vs Brooklyn Nets: preview and player stats (Feb 17, 2027)

Gueye (foot) is ready to begin on-court activities and will be re-evaluated in four weeks, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports. The team stated in July that the big man would remain sidelined for the next 3-to-4 months after undergoing surgery to repair a fractured left foot, and he's continuing to make progress in his rehab. A timetable for Gueye's 2026-27 debut has yet to be established, thought a date could come into focus following his next evaluation in mid-December.

Flemings (back tightness) will not return to Friday's game against the Bulls. Flemings carried a questionable tag into this game, and it appears as though he irritated his injury again. He ended up finishing scoreless with one rebound and one assist in 17 minutes. Consider him questionable for Sunday against the Bucks.

Newell (toe) has been ruled out for Friday's game against Chicago. Newell will miss a fourth consecutive contest due to a left great toe hyperextension. He can be considered week-to-week until the Hawks provide an update on his progress.

Gilbert (knee) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Bulls. Gilbert continues to deal with lingering knee inflammation and is without a timetable to return. He can be considered week-to-week until the Hawks offer an update on his progress.

Veesaar was diagnosed with a torn right ACL and is expected to miss the 2026-27 season, the Hawks announced Monday. Veesaar suffered the injury during a workout on Sept. 15, and an MRI confirmed the diagnosis. The No. 52 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, Veesaar was expected to spend a lot of time with Atlanta's G League affiliate this season. Reported out for season.

Injury/Illness - Right Calf Tightness / Soreness (2026-11-14, BKN@MEM). Prior reporting (2026-11-13): Traore (calf) is listed as probable for Saturday's game against Memphis. Traore appears on track to suit up despite dealing with discomfort in his right calf. The guard's expected availability should help Brooklyn maintain its backcourt depth, though his fantasy appeal remains dependent on his playing time and opportunities in the rotation. His status should be confirmed ahead of Saturday's tipoff.

Injury/Illness - Illness (2026-11-14, BKN@MEM). Prior reporting (2026-11-14): Brown (illness) has been upgraded to probable for Saturday's game at Memphis. After initially being listed as questionable due to an illness, Brown is trending in the right direction following a two-game absence. The rookie guard's return would leave fewer minutes available for Keon Ellis and Terance Mann. Brown has averaged 15.2 points, 3.8 assists and 2.0 rebounds in 24.6 minutes per tilt over his last five outings.

G League - Two-Way (2026-11-14, BKN@MEM).

G League - On Assignment (2026-11-14, BKN@MEM).

G League - Two-Way (2026-11-14, BKN@MEM).

G League - On Assignment (2026-11-14, BKN@MEM).