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Atlanta Hawks vs Denver Nuggets: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Atlanta Hawks (7-5) visit the Denver Nuggets (5-4) on Thursday, December 17, 2026 at 9:00 PM ET, at Ball Arena, Denver, CO. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Denver Nuggets vs Atlanta Hawks.

NBAThursday, December 17, 2026

Atlanta Hawks7-5

9:00 PM ETDec 17, 2026

Denver Nuggets5-4

DateDec 17, 2026

Time9:00 PM ET

VenueBall Arena, Denver, CO

Team comparison

Atlanta HawksDenver Nuggets

Points per game

118.3

113.6

Points allowed per game

116.2

112.8

7-5Record5-4

1st in Southeast DivisionStanding4th in Northwest Division

4-2Road record / home record2-2

LWWWWLast 5LWWLW

L1StreakL1

Team stats

Atlanta HawksDenver Nuggets

L1StreakL1

Points Against

116.2

112.8

5-5Last Ten Games5-4

Points Per Game

118.3

113.6

Field Goal %

Three Point %

Rebounds Per Game

43.8

42.3

Assists Per Game

31.7

26.9

Blocks Per Game

3.9

3.8

Steals Per Game

10.1

9.6

Team Turnovers Per Game

0.3

0.9

Total Turnovers Per Game

15.1

14.1

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

Atlanta Hawks

Asa Newell F · Toe

Out

Keshon Gilbert G · Knee - Inflammation

Out

Mouhamed Gueye F · Foot - Fracture

Out

Henri Veesaar C · Knee

Out

Denver Nuggets

Julian Strawther G · Knee - Sprain

Out

Recent form

Atlanta HawksLWWWW

Nov 9, 2026 · vs Los Angeles LakersL 114-124

Nov 7, 2026 · vs Brooklyn NetsW 124-121

Nov 6, 2026 · vs Washington WizardsW 139-132

Nov 4, 2026 · at Washington WizardsW 120-105

Nov 2, 2026 · at Indiana PacersW 108-104

Denver NuggetsLWWLW

Nov 9, 2026 · at Houston RocketsL 100-110

Nov 7, 2026 · at Indiana PacersW 114-102

Nov 4, 2026 · vs Toronto RaptorsW 128-109

Nov 2, 2026 · vs Portland Trail BlazersL 110-118

Oct 30, 2026 · at Phoenix SunsW 127-120

Season series

Series starts 12/17

Feb 7, 2027DEN 0, ATL 0

Dec 17, 2026ATL 0, DEN 0

Team pages

Atlanta Hawks
Schedule, roster and stats

Denver Nuggets
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Atlanta Hawks vs Denver Nuggets?

The game is on Thursday, December 17, 2026 at 9:00 PM ET at Ball Arena, Denver, CO.

What are the records of the Atlanta Hawks and Denver Nuggets?

Atlanta Hawks: 7-5. Denver Nuggets: 5-4.

Who is injured for Atlanta Hawks vs Denver Nuggets?

Listed out or doubtful: Atlanta Hawks: Asa Newell, Keshon Gilbert, Mouhamed Gueye, Henri Veesaar. Denver Nuggets: Julian Strawther. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Atlanta Hawks vs Denver Nuggets played?

Ball Arena, Denver, CO.

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