Hawks host conference rival Miami

Friday's game is the third meeting of the season between the two teams.

Feb. 28, 2026 at 4:23am

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The Atlanta Hawks will host the Miami Heat on Friday in their third matchup of the NBA season. The Hawks won the previous meeting between the two teams 127-115. Atlanta has a 5-5 record against the Southeast Division, while Miami is 4-5 in divisional play.

Why it matters

This game is an important conference matchup as both teams look to improve their standing in the Southeast Division and make a push for the playoffs.

The details

The Hawks and Heat have already faced off twice this season, with Atlanta coming out on top 127-115 in the previous meeting. The Hawks have a 5-5 record against divisional opponents, while the Heat are 4-5 within the Southeast Division.

  • The game will be played on Friday, February 20, 2026.

The players

Atlanta Hawks

An NBA team based in Atlanta, Georgia.

Miami Heat

An NBA team based in Miami, Florida.

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The takeaway

This game is an important divisional matchup as both teams look to gain ground in the Southeast Division standings and position themselves for a potential playoff run.