De'Andre Hunter F CLE Mon 10/7/19 11:56 PM
De'Andre Hunter
F CLE
Hunter compiled 10 points (4-6 FG, 2-4 3Pt), two rebounds, two assists and one steal across 25 minutes during the Hawks' 133-109 preseason loss to the Pelicans on Monday.
EDGE Analysis
The 2019 fourth overall pick is already drawing rave reviews in camp from coach Lloyd Pierce, and Monday's performance offered a glimpse of the reasons for some of the praise. Hunter's efficient offensive night wasn't surprising, considering he shot 48.8 percent and 52.0 percent, respectively, over two college seasons at Virginia. Hunter has a chance to secure the starting small forward role during the exhibition slate, and he got off to an impressive start in that regard Monday.
De'Andre Hunter F CLE Wed 10/2/19 10:39 AM
De'Andre Hunter
F CLE
Coach Lloyd Pierce spoke highly of Hunter at Tuesday's practice, KL Chouinard of Hawks.com reports. "We're going to love DeAndre," Pierce said. "That's all I can say. We're going to love DeAndre."
EDGE Analysis
Pierce didn't stop there, as he went on to praise Hunter's work ethic and humble nature. "He knows all five spots already," Pierce said. "Defensively, he is about as solid as they come. He makes open shots. He can actually put it on the floor. I have a ton of respect for that kid already." It's still early, but Pierce's comments are certainly encouraging and could imply that Hunter will step into a fairly significant role -- potentially the starting small forward spot -- from Day 1.
De'Andre Hunter F CLE Fri 7/12/19 9:43 PM
De'Andre Hunter
F CLE
Hunter (sore knee) will not play in Friday's summer league finale, Brad Rowland of Locked on Hawks reports.
EDGE Analysis
Hunter only played in one summer league game, as the Hawks understandably exercised caution with their No. 4 overall pick and his sore knee. There is nothing to indicate he will not be ready to go full-steam once training camp commences.
De'Andre Hunter F CLE Tue 7/9/19 5:34 PM
De'Andre Hunter
F CLE
Hunter won't play in Tuesday's summer league game against the Pacers due to knee soreness, Brad Rowland of SportsLine reports.
EDGE Analysis
Hunter is likely being held out as a precaution, as there's no need to push him to play in an exhibition. He figures to have a chance to take the court Thursday against the Wizards.