The Brooklyn Nets are facing crucial injuries as they approach the end of the 2024-25 NBA season. With only three games remaining, key players Cam Johnson, D'Angelo Russell, and Day'Ron Sharpe are sidelined for their matchup against the Atlanta Hawks. Johnson continues to deal with a lower back contusion, Russell is affected by an ankle sprain, and Sharpe is out due to a knee injury.

This situation has forced Brooklyn to rely more on their younger talent, particularly Reece Beekman, who has stepped up at point guard, while Jalen Wilson fills in for Johnson at small forward. The Nets are anticipated to deploy a frontcourt featuring Ziaire Williams, Trendon Watford, and Nic Claxton for the game. The absence of Russell and Johnson will undoubtedly challenge the team’s depth as they try to maintain momentum following a recent victory over the Pelicans.