PREVIEW: The Cleveland Cavaliers and Atlanta Hawks meet Friday, November 28, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. ET at State Farm Arena in Atlanta. Cleveland enters averaging 118.8 points on 46 percent shooting while allowing 114.8 points , powered by Donovan Mitchell's team-leading 29.9 points and Evan Mobley's 18.7 points per game. The Hawks counter with a 117.2-point average on 48.7 percent shooting from the field , led by Jalen Johnson's 21.5 points and 9.5 rebounds alongside Kristaps Porzingis at 18.7 points. Atlanta ranks first in the league for assists per game at 30.5 , showcasing their offensive depth against a Cavaliers squad that leads the league in three-point attempts at 44.6 per game and ranks second in three-pointers made at 15.5 per contest. The Cavaliers have won 12 of their last 18 games , but face travel challenges as they have lost seven of their last eight games at State Farm Arena. The Hawks have won 15 of their last 24 games and have won each of their last six home games against Central Division opponents after losing as favorites. The Hawks will be without Trae Young , while the Cavs will be without Max Strus with Sam Merrill and Jarrett Allen questionable . Both teams arrive searching for answers following recent defeats, setting up a matchup where Atlanta's comfort at home and Cleveland's road struggles could prove decisive in determining Friday's outcome.