Hunter (knee) is out Saturday against the Grizzlies, Kevin Chouinard of the Hawks' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hunter warmed up with the hopes of playing but will ultimately not play Saturday. His next chance to take the court is Thursday against the Heat.

Hunter (knee) is questionable for Saturday's preseason matchup against the Grizzlies, Sarah K. Spencer of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hunter didn't practice Friday while managing a right knee injury. However, it's still possible he checks into Saturday's game.

Coach Nate McMillan said Hunter (knee) didn't practice Friday because he was dealing with soreness, Kevin Chouinard of the Hawks' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hunter made his preseason debut Wednesday and scored eight points in 26 minutes of action. His absence from practice is likely precautionary, but fantasy managers should monitor his status throughout the preseason. The 23-year-old will probably be a game-time decision for Saturday's exhibition game against the Grizzlies.

Hunter (knee) will start Wednesday's preseason game against the Cavaliers, KL Chouinard of Hawks.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

After being held out of the opener Monday, Hunter will see his first action since Game 5 against the Knicks in the first round of the 2021 playoffs. Hunter underwent meniscus surgery in June and was limited to begin camp, but he's progressed well, and it's a very encouraging sign that he's been given the green light to play Wednesday. Barring a setback over the next two weeks, Hunter should be back up to full speed by the start of the regular season.

Hunter (knee) is listed as probable for Wednesday's contest against the Cavaliers, Chris Kirschner of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hunter did not play in the Hawks' preseason opener, but he may make his 2021-22 debut Wednesday. The 2019 first-round pick has been limited in practice due to offseason knee surgery, so the Hawks have been slowly working him back to game action.

Hunter (injury management) has been ruled out for Monday's preseason game against the Heat, Chris Kirschner of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hunter was limited to open camp while coming off knee surgery over the summer, but he's recently been a full participant in practice. However, the Hawks will still hold him out of Monday's exhibition to help manage his return from the injury.

Hunter (knee) went through a full practice Wednesday, KL Chouinard of Hawks.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

At media day earlier in the week, Hunter said he's close to full strength, so it's a very encouraging sign that he's already been able to make it through a full practice. The Hawks will wait to see how the third-year forward responds Thursday morning, but at this rate he should have a good chance to suit up for the preseason opener Monday night at Miami.

Hunter (knee) said Monday that he's nearly fully recovered from offseason surgery to repair a torn meniscus, Sarah K. Spencer of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

EDGE Analysis

Less than a week ago, the Hawks stated that Hunter would be limited to begin training camp, and it looks like nothing has changed on that front. The third-year forward sounded encouraged by the progress he's made and said he anticipates being fully healthy in "a few more weeks." While Hunter will likely miss a few preseason contests, the hope is that he'll be ready when the regular season opens Oct. 21 against Dallas.

Hunter (knee) will be a limited participant to open training camp but is expected to be fully cleared for the start of the regular season, Sarah K. Spencer of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hunter battled a knee injury throughout the 2020-21 campaign and eventually underwent meniscus surgery in June, but the Hawks will exercise caution and bring him along slowly early in camp. Altanta will open exhibition play Oct. 4 in Miami, while the regular season is scheduled to start Oct. 21 versus Dallas.

Hunter (knee) underwent successful surgery to repair a torn meniscus Tuesday and is expected to make a full recovery before the start of training camp, Sarah K. Spencer of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

EDGE Analysis

The 23-year-old has now officially undergone the season-ending procedure after battling knee issues for much of the season. Hunter was a pivotal piece for the Hawks when healthy and averaged 15.0 points, 4.8 rebounds and 1.9 assists in 29.5 minutes over 23 games, and he's expected to be ready to open the 2021-22 campaign.