DE'ANDRE HUNTER NEWS

Randle, Knicks win 113-89 after Hawks lose another starter

Julius Randle had 34 points and 17 rebounds, and the New York Knicks capitalized on another key Atlanta Hawks injury to coast to a 113-89 victory

DECEMBER 8, 2022 • Associated Press

Gilgeous-Alexander and Oklahoma City visit Young and the Hawks

Trae Young and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander face off in a matchup of two of the NBA's best scorers when Atlanta and Oklahoma City take the court

DECEMBER 4, 2022 • Associated Press

Hawks forwards Collins, Hunter sidelined with injuries

The Atlanta Hawks will be without both of their starting forwards for at least the next three games

DECEMBER 2, 2022 • Associated Press

Out for at least a week Hunter will miss at least a week due to a right hip flexor strain.

Impact Hunter played for only seven minutes against Orlando on Wednesday before suffering his injury. The forward got an MRI on Thursday, and the Hawks confirmed Hunter will miss at least the next week of action. The injury will force the 25-year-old to miss Atlanta's matchups against Denver, Oklahoma City and New York. With John Collins (ankle) also set to miss time, expect Jarrett Culver and Vit Krejci to see an increase in minutes.

DECEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined Friday Hunter (thigh) won't play in Friday's game versus the Nuggets due to a right hip flexor strain, Brad Rowland of Locked on Hawks reports.

Impact Hunter logged just seven minutes in Wednesday's game versus the Magic before leaving. Depending on the severity of the issue, Hunter could be looking at some additional games on the sidelines as well. However, no official timetable has been placed on his return at this juncture. Jarrett Culver and Vit Krejci both saw notable upticks in minutes after Hunter and John Collins (ankle) -- who is also out Friday -- left the game Wednesday and could see expanded run again versus Denver.

DECEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Young, Hawks stop 3-game skid with 125-108 win over Magic

Trae Young had 30 points and 14 assists and the Atlanta Hawks snapped a three-game losing streak with a 125-108 win over the Orlando Magic

DECEMBER 1, 2022 • Associated Press

Won't return Wednesday Hunter (thigh) won't return to Wednesday's contest against Orlando, Kevin Chouinard of the Hawks' official site reports.

Impact It's unknown at the moment if Hunter aggravated his previous injury, one which tabbed him questionable heading into the matchup. Nonetheless, the forward is officially out for the remainder of the contest versus the Magic.

DECEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to return Wednesday Hunter is questionable to return to Wednesday's matchup against the Magic due to right thigh soreness, Brad Rowland of Locked on Hawks reports.

Impact Hunter may have aggravated his previous hip injury when he took a tumble to the floor during the first half of Wednesday's matchup. He's officially questionable to return.

DECEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available Wednesday Hunter (hip) is available Wednesday against Orlando, Lauren L. Williams of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Impact Hunter dealt with right hip flexor soreness ahead of Wednesday's matchup, but he'll be able to play through the issue. Over his last four appearances, he's averaged 14.3 points, 5.3 rebounds and 2.0 assists in 35.3 minutes per game.

NOVEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable against Orlando Hunter is questionable to play in Wednesday's game against the Magic due to right hip flexor soreness, Brad Rowland of Locked on Hawks reports.

Impact Hunter is questionable to miss just his second game of the season Wednesday. AJ Griffin will likely see extended minutes if Hunter is unable to play against the Magic.

NOVEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Embiid returns from injury, powers 76ers past Hawks 104-101

Joel Embiid sank the go-ahead 14-footer with 18.6 seconds left and scored 30 points in his return from a sprained left foot to lead the Philadelphia 76ers to a 104-101 win over the...

NOVEMBER 29, 2022 • Associated Press

Active Monday Hunter (foot) is active for Monday's contest against the 76ers.

Impact The Virginia product popped up on the injury report, but will officially be available for Monday's contest against Philadelphia. Hunter is averaging 15.4 points 4.3 rebounds and 1.1 assists across 31.9 minutes per game throughout the start of his season.

NOVEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Added to injury report Hunter is questionable for Monday's matchup with the 76ers due to left foot soreness, Brad Rowland of Locked on Hawks reports.

Impact Hunter must have picked up the injury in Sunday's game given the fact that he played 35 minutes in the contest. Considering Monday is the second leg of a back-to-back set, the Hawks could opt to play it safe with Hunter. In Hunter's only absence this season, AJ Griffin entered the starting lineup. logging 36 minutes and 17 points and would likely be in line for a similar workload if Hunter sits against Philadelphia.

NOVEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Gets back on track Hunter ended with 18 points (6-14 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT), three rebounds, two assists and two steals in 35 minutes during Sunday's 106-98 loss to Miami.

Impact Hunter returned to form in Sunday's matchup after struggling to eight points on 3-for-12 shooting in his previous appearance Friday in Houston. He managed to contribute across the board in the loss, notching his first two-steal performance of the season. Hunter is averaging 15.4 points, 4.3 rebounds and 1.1 assists through 19 games.

NOVEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles in loss Hunter recorded just eight points (3-12 FG, 0-6 3PT, 2-2 FT) and five rebounds over 38 minutes in Friday's 128-122 loss to the Rockets.

Impact Hunter's eight points were a season low and the first time he has scored in single digits this season. It is also just the third game he was unable to connect from beyond the arc. He'll look to bounce back from the off night when the Hawks play the Heat on Sunday.

NOVEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Grabs first double-double Hunter contributed 13 points (5-12 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 10 rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal over 34 minutes during Wednesday's 115-106 victory over Sacramento.

Impact Hunter got off to a solid start offensively with six points in the first quarter on 3-of-5 shooting before going a combined 0-for-3 from the field over the next two quarters. He chipped in another five points on 2-of-4 shooting in the fourth while also recording five of his season-high 10 rebounds in the final quarter as the Hawks closed out Sacramento. It was Hunter's first double-double of the season and the first time he's recorded more than six rebounds.

NOVEMBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Playing Wednesday Hunter (illness) is available for Wednesday's game against the Kings.

Impact As expected, Hunter is returning following a one-game absence, presumably pushing AJ Griffin back to the bench. Hunter has scored in double digits in every game this season.

NOVEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Young and Fox clash in Atlanta-Sacramento matchup

Trae Young and De'Aaron Fox square off in a matchup of two of the league's top scorers when Atlanta and Sacramento take the court

NOVEMBER 23, 2022 • Associated Press

Probable for Wednesday Hunter (illness) is probable for Wednesday's game against the Kings, Brad Rowland of Locked on Hawks reports.

Impact Hunter was sidelined on Monday due to a non-COVID illness, but he's on track to return Wednesday. Across 16 appearances, the fourth-year forward has averaged 15.9 points and 3.9 rebounds in 31.2 minutes per game.

NOVEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Monday Hunter (illness) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Cavaliers, Spencer Davies of BasketballNews.com reports.

Impact Hunter was a late addition to Monday's injury report due to a non-COVID illness, and he'll be unable to suit up against Cleveland. AJ Griffin, Justin Holiday and Jalen Johnson will likely see increased run Monday.

NOVEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Late addition to injury report Hunter is questionable for Monday's game against the Cavaliers due to a non-COVID illness, Lauren L. Williams of MLive.com reports.

Impact Hunter was a late addition to the injury report due to an illness and is now questionable for Monday's contest. If the fourth-year forward misses his first game of the season, AJ Griffin, Justin Holiday and Jalen Johnson would be candidates for increased roles.

NOVEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Posts season-high 24 points Hunter finished with 24 points (6-15 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 10-10 FT), three rebounds and two assists in 35 minutes during Monday's 121-106 win over the Bucks.

Impact Hunter's 6-for-15 shooting mark was nothing special, but he converted all 10 of his free-throw tries en route to a season-high point total. The forward didn't produce much else in terms of complementary stats, which has been par for the course this season. Hunter has recorded double-digit points in all 14 of Atlanta's games but has yet to exceed six boards, four assists or one steal in a contest thus far.

NOVEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores empty 15 points in loss Hunter closed with 15 points (4-12 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 7-8 FT) and four rebounds over 27 minutes during Saturday's 121-109 loss to Philadelphia.

Impact Hunter has scored in double digits in every game this season but sits outside the top 250 in 12-team leagues. While the point production is nice, his inability to contribute elsewhere drags down his overall appeal. He is still rostered in a number of leagues but should be viewed as no better than a streaming asset.

NOVEMBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Young helps Hawks pull away in 2nd half, beat 76ers 104-95

Trae Young scored 26 points, Clint Capela added 18 points with 20 rebounds and the Atlanta Hawks broke open a close game late in the third period to beat the Philadelphia 76ers 104...

NOVEMBER 11, 2022 • Associated Press

Ties season high with 22 points Hunter totaled 22 points (9-15 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 3-3 FT), three rebounds and one steal in 33 minutes during Wednesday's 125-119 loss to the Jazz.

Impact Hunter scored nine of his 22 points in the fourth quarter on 4-of-6 shooting from the field while also recording a steal off Jordan Clarkson midway through the period to help bring the Hawks back within two. Despite Hunter's solid play down the stretch, Atlanta saw its three-game winning streak come to an end after allowing Utah to score 40 points in the final quarter and overtake the lead. It was only the third time this season that Hunter reached the 20-point mark, and the second time in his last four games.

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE