De'Andre Hunter News, Rumors, Updates - Cleveland Cavaliers

Leads bench in scoring in win Hunter tallied 16 points (6-11 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds and one steal over 26 minutes in Wednesday's 124-105 win over the New York Knicks.

Impact Hunter once again provided a lift off the Cleveland bench Wednesday, pacing all bench players in scoring while finishing as one of four players with 15 or more points in a winning effort. Hunter has reached the double-digit scoring mark in seven straight contests, posted 15 or more points in three of those outings.

APRIL 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Top scorer off bench in victory Hunter provided 15 points (5-10 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 3-3 FT) and six rebounds across 22 minutes during Sunday's 120-91 win over the Jazz.

Impact Hunter provided a nice lift off the Cleveland bench in Sunday's contest, leading all bench players in scoring and rebounds while finishing as one of three Cavaliers players with 15 or more points. Hunter has recorded at least 15 points and five boards in 18 games this season, posting at least 15 points in three of his last four contests.

MARCH 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sliding to bench Tuesday Hunter will come off the bench during Tuesday's game against the Clippers, Serena Winters of FanDuel Sports Network Ohio reports.

Impact The 27-year-old forward will retreat to the bench due to Evan Mobley (foot) returning to game action. Over his last five outings (one start), Hunter has averaged 12.8 points, 4.8 rebounds and 2.0 assists across 24.0 minutes per contest.

MARCH 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting sans Mobley Hunter will enter the starting five in Sunday's game against the Magic.

Impact The 27-year-old forward will receive the starting nod due to Evan Mobley (foot) being sidelined. Hunter has made three starts since being dealt to the Cavaliers on Feb. 6, during which he has averaged 16.7 points and 4.3 rebounds across 26.3 minutes per contest.

MARCH 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 18 points in return Hunter accumulated 18 points (4-6 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 7-8 FT), five rebounds, one assist and one steal in 23 minutes during Friday's 133-124 win over the Grizzlies.

Impact Hunter missed Tuesday's win over the Nets due to an illness, but the veteran forward returned to action Friday and posted a decent stat line, highlighted by the efficiency of his shooting. Hunter has mostly played off the bench for the Cavaliers, a similar role to the one he had in Atlanta, and he remains productive. He's averaging 14.5 points, 4.6 rebounds and 1.5 assists per game in 11 contests (two starts) since the end of the All-Star break, and those numbers make him a player worth targeting in most formats, either as a streaming alternative or as a roster candidate in deep formats.

MARCH 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go against Memphis Hunter (illness) is available for Friday's game against the Grizzlies, Ethan Sands of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Impact Hunter was sidelined for Tuesday's game against the Nets due to an illness, but he has recovered enough to suit up for Friday's interconference clash. Hunter has averaged 14.1 points, 4.6 rebounds and 1.5 assists over 25.0 minutes per game since the All-Star break, and he should have an expanded role in the offense due to the absence of Donovan Mitchell (groin).

MARCH 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Friday Hunter (illness) is listed as probable for Friday's game against the Grizzlies.

Impact Hunter was held out Tuesday due to an illness, but he appears in line to take the court Friday. The team should have another update on his availability closer to tipoff.

MARCH 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

No Donovan Mitchell? No problem for Cavaliers as they tie their team record with 15th straight win

The wins and accomplishments keep piling up for the NBA-leading Cleveland Cavaliers

MARCH 12, 2025 • Associated Press

NBA-leading Cavaliers beat Nets 109-104 for their second 15-game win streak of season

Darius Garland scored 18 of his 30 points in the fourth quarter as the NBA-leading Cleveland Cavaliers rallied for a 109-104 victory over the Brooklyn Nets, matching the longest wi...

MARCH 12, 2025 • Associated Press

Won't go Tuesday Hunter (illness) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against Brooklyn, Sam Amico of HoopsWire.com reports.

Impact Hunter will miss his first outing with the Cavaliers due to an injury/illness since being traded to Cleveland on Feb. 6. The 27-year-old forward's next chance to play will come Friday against the Grizzlies. Sam Merrill, Isaac Okoro and Dean Wade are all candidates for an uptick in playing time due to Hunter, Donovan Mitchell (groin) and Ty Jerome (rest) being sidelined.

MARCH 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable with illness Hunter (illness) has been listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Nets.

Impact After a disappointing performance against the Bucks on Sunday, Hunter is in danger of missing Tuesday's matchup with the Nets due to an illness. Issac Okoro and Dean Wade could get more time against Brooklyn.

MARCH 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

NBA-leading Cavaliers win 13th straight game, rallying to edge Hornets 118-117

Donovan Mitchell scored 24 points and the NBA-leading Cleveland Cavaliers rallied for their 13th straight victory, 118-117 over the Charlotte Hornets on Friday night

MARCH 8, 2025 • Associated Press

Heads to bench Wednesday Hunter is not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against Miami, Spencer Davies of SI.com reports.

Impact Evan Mobley is back in Cleveland's starting lineup following a one-game respite Tuesday against the Bulls, pushing Hunter back to the bench Wednesday. Across six contests as a reserve with the Cavaliers, Hunter has averaged 14.0 points, 4.2 rebounds, 1.2 assists, 0.3 blocks and 2.8 three-pointers in 25.6 minutes while shooting 58.6 percent from deep.

MARCH 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Surpasses 30 points in start Hunter closed Sunday's 133-129 overtime win over the Trail Blazers with 32 points (8-15 FG, 5-9 3Pt, 11-12 FT), seven rebounds and one steal across 32 minutes.

Impact Hunter got the starting nod Sunday with Donovan Mitchell (rest) out, putting together one of his best outings of the season while leading all Cleveland players in scoring and threes made. Hunter surpassed the 30-point mark for the second time this season, falling just shy of his season-high mark of 35 points that he recorded Jan. 27. Hunter has started in six contests, tallying at least 20 points in four of those appearances.

MARCH 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

De'Andre Hunter, Cavaliers hold off Trail Blazers in OT De’Andre Hunter made a go-ahead 3-pointer with 30.8 seconds remaining in overtime, lifting the Cleveland Cavaliers to a stunning 133-129 vic...

MARCH 3, 2025 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Starting sans Mitchell Hunter will start Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers, Serena Winters of FanDuel Sports Network Ohio reports.

Impact With Donovan Mitchell (rest) getting the afternoon off, Hunter will make his second start as a Cavalier. In his debut with Cleveland, Hunter posted (3-7 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 3-4 FT), one rebound and one steal over 23 minutes as a starter during a 128-107 win over Minnesota. Over his last six appearances off the bench, Hunter averaged 14.0 points, 4.2 rebounds and 1.2 assists in 25.5 minutes per game.

MARCH 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Instant offense off bench in win Hunter notched 16 points (6-7 FG, 4-4 3Pt) and one assist across 19 minutes during Friday's 142-105 victory over the Knicks.

Impact It was a very efficient 16 points off the bench for Hunter, who did his damage in the scoring department in just 19 minutes Friday. Over his four games since being acquired by the Cavaliers, the 27-year-old sharpshooter has averaged 13.8 points, 2.5 rebounds, 0.5 assists, 0.5 steals and 3.3 three-pointers in 24.0 minutes while shooting a sizzling 61.9 percent from beyond the arc. However, Hunter is likely to continue seeing fewer shots fall his way than when he was with the Hawks, and his fantasy appeal in category-based leagues still appears to be limited to points and triples.

FEBRUARY 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Moves to bench against Toronto Hunter is not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Raptors, Serena Winters of FanDuel Sports Network Ohio reports.

Impact After starting in his team debut Monday against Minnesota, Hunter will move to Cleveland's bench in the return of Max Strus (ankle). Hunter averaged 18.9 points, 3.7 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 0.8 steals in 28.3 minutes through 33 games off the bench with the Hawks this season, and he should still play significant minutes from the Cavaliers' second unit.

FEBRUARY 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Reaches double figures in debut Hunter contributed 12 points (3-7 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 3-4 FT), one rebound and one steal over 23 minutes in Monday's 128-107 win over Minnesota.

Impact Hunter made his Cavaliers debut Monday by stepping into the starting lineup with Max Strus (ankle) sidelined, finding success from deep while finishing as one of six Cleveland players with a double-digit point total. Hunter has connected on three or more threes in 21 outings while reaching double figures in scoring in all but four appearances. As Hunter continues to get acclimated to his new teammates, expect his production to continue to increase.

FEBRUARY 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Reaches double figures in debut Hunter contributed 12 points (3-7 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 3-4 FT), one rebound and one steal over 23 minutes in Monday's 128-107 win over Minnesota.

FEBRUARY 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting in Cleveland debut Hunter will enter the starting lineup in Monday's game against Minnesota.

Impact The 27-year-old will make his Cavaliers debut and step into the starting five with Max Strus (ankle) sidelined. Over his last 10 outings with the Hawks (two starts), Hunter averaged 17.8 points, 3.8 rebounds, 2.3 three-pointers and 1.7 assists across 31.4 minutes per contest.

FEBRUARY 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Off injury report for Monday Hunter (recently traded) is off the injury report for Monday's game against Minnesota.

Impact Hunter is expected to make his Cavaliers debut after having been traded to Cleveland on Thursday. The 27-year-old is in the midst of a career-best year, and he could compete for the starting job at small forward with Max Strus. Over his last 10 outings with the Hawks (two starts), Hunter averaged 17.8 points and 3.8 rebounds across 31.4 minutes per contest.

FEBRUARY 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Monday Hunter (recently traded) is expected to make his Cavaliers debut against the Timberwolves on Monday, Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Impact Hunter is expected to suit up with Cleveland for the first time after having been traded from the Hawks on Thursday. The 27-year-old has put together a career-best year thus far, and he could compete for the starting job at small forward with Max Strus. Hunter is averaging 19.0 points, 3.9 rebounds, 2.6 three-pointers and 1.5 assists in 28.8 minutes per game across 37 regular-season appearances (four starts).

FEBRUARY 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't go Friday Hunter (recently traded) has been ruled out for Friday's game against Washington, Spencer Davies of SI.com reports.

Impact Hunter will need to wait to make his Cavaliers debut after having been acquired by Cleveland on Thursday via trade. HIs next chance to feature will come Monday against Minnesota. The 27-year-old has put together a career-best season thus far, averaging 19.0 points, 3.9 rebounds, 2.6 three-pointers and 1.5 assists in 28.8 minutes per game over 37 regular-season appearances (four starts).

FEBRUARY 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

De'Andre Hunter trade proves Koby Altman's heart is cold enough to chase a title — Jimmy Watkins Nobody likes bidding a close friend farewell. But nobody achieves success without sacrifice, either.

FEBRUARY 6, 2025 • CLEVELAND.COM

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