Yep or even the smaller gauged wire baskets. What happens is the eggs on top will roll to a new position over the ones on the bottom. And knock against the sides too. In fact I think that's how I've had them crack before. I've laid them in gently but they roll and hit the posts or a side too...
This is a fun little thread for the "Pocket Collectors." https://www.backyardchickens.com/t/745317/who-has-ever-smashed-an-egg-or-eggs-in-your-pocket-s
I've got this deal. They are advertised as egg baskets and AKA golf range ball baskets. This one is too tall /big for my 9 hens. I will never fill it in one day. I've looked at the smaller ones which are more appropriate. Sometimes if I let the egg drop in the basket just a little bit it...