Hunter isn't expected to play in Tuesday's preseason opener against the Cavaliers, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hunter's exclusion from the starting lineup is a good sign he will be absent from Tuesday's contest, but there is no indication he has suffered a serious injury. Hunter's next chance to suit up is Thursday's preseason matchup with Memphis.

Hunter amassed 27 points (11-17 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), seven rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal in 40 minutes during Sunday's 129-121 loss to the Celtics in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals.

EDGE Analysis

Hunter scored his most points of the opening-round series thanks to an efficient shooting night and finished second on the team in scoring behind Trae Young (35). The Virginia product also grabbed seven boards, tying him for second on the team with Clint Capela. Through four playoff matchups versus Boston, Hunter has averaged 16.8 points, 6.0 rebounds and 1.5 assists in 35.8 minutes per game.

Hunter had 18 points (8-19 FG, 2-9 3Pt), 12 rebounds and three assists across 38 minutes during Tuesday's 119-106 loss to the Celtics in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals.

EDGE Analysis

Hunter led all Hawks players in rebounds while finishing as the lone player with a double-digit total in the category en route to a double-double outing. Hunter hauled in 10 or more rebounds once during the regular season, his lone double-double showing of the year on Nov. 23 against Sacramento.

Hunter (knee) is available for Sunday's game against the Celtics. He will start the contest.

EDGE Analysis

As expected, Hunter has been upgraded from probable to available and will suit up Sunday. He posted 14 points in 27 minutes during Friday's loss to Philadelphia, which was his first contest back following a four-game absence.

Hunter is probable for Sunday's game against the Celtics due to left knee soreness.

EDGE Analysis

The Hawks are expected to rest most of their regulars for the regular-season finale after being set to play in the Play-In Tournament against the Heat next Tuesday, but Hunter could end up seeing minutes either way. Hunter is averaging 14.6 points per game across 14 March appearances.

Hunter (knee) posted 14 points (6-11 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 1-1 FT), four rebounds, one assist and one steal across 27 minutes in Friday's 136-131 overtime loss to the 76ers.

EDGE Analysis

Hunter took back his spot in the starting five following a four-game absence due to a left knee injury, but he was eased back into the mix somewhat with a workload five minutes lower than his season-long average of 32.0 minutes per contest. The Hawks are locked in as the No. 8 seed in the Eastern Conference regardless of how the final two days of the regular season play out, so Hunter and some of Atlanta's other key regulars could rest or see reduced minutes in Sunday's finale at Boston before the team travels to Miami on Tuesday to play its first game of the Play-In Tournament.

Hunter (knee) is available for Friday's game against the 76ers.

EDGE Analysis

Hunter has been upgraded from questionable to available and will suit up for the first time following a four-game injury absence. The fourth-year forward may be a bit limited during his return, but it's an encouraging sign to see him playing again ahead of postseason play.

Hunter (knee) is questionable for Friday's game against the 76ers, Lauren L. Williams of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hunter has missed the last four games due to a bone bruise and muscle strain in his left knee, and it's unclear whether he'll be available for the penultimate game of the regular season. If he's sidelined again, Saddiq Bey will likely remain in the starting lineup.

Hunter (knee) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against Washington.

EDGE Analysis

Hunter is slated to miss a fourth straight game due to a bone bruise and muscle strain in his left knee. In his absence, Saddiq Bey figures to remain in the starting lineup, while Hunter's next chance to suit up will come Friday against the 76ers.

Hunter (knee) will not play in Tuesday's game at Chicago, KL Chouinard of Hawks.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hunter will miss a third straight game as he continues to deal with a bone bruise and muscle strain in his left knee. The Hawks are entering the front end of a back-to-back set, so there's a good chance Hunter will also miss Wednesday's game against the Wizards. Thus far, trade deadline addition Saddiq Bey has started both games Hunter has missed.