The Atlanta Hawks have traded De'Andre Hunter to the Cleveland Cavaliers in a deal that includes Caris LeVert, Georges Niang, three second-round picks, and two pick swaps. Hunter, 27, is experiencing a career year, having increased his scoring and three-point shooting, fulfilling expectations as a high draft pick. His move bolsters the Cavaliers, who are currently leading the Eastern Conference and seeking additional wing size, while LeVert's role with Cleveland changed under this deal as they work towards their playoff goals.
The Atlanta Hawks are trading forward De'Andre Hunter to the Cleveland Cavaliers for Caris LeVert, Georges Niang, three second-round picks and two swaps.
Hunter, 27, is having a career-year in his sixth season in the NBA, averaging highs in points (19), 3-point attempts (6.7) and 3-point percentage (39.3%).
A big factor in his increased scoring output has been a jump in his free throw rate, nearly doubling his career average to almost five per game this year.
Hunter joins a Cavaliers team that sits atop the Eastern Conference and was looking to add more size on the wing.
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