De'Andre Hunter
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2025-26 Season Stats
PPG
18.5
RPG
4.6
APG
2.5
FG%
45.1
3P%
34.7
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CLE • Forward-Guard • #12
2 days ago
Hunter stepped up to shoulder more of the scoring and play-making workload in this one with Darius Garland, who made his season debut earlier this week following offseason toe surgery, held out on the tail-end of a back-to-back. Jaylon Tyson got the start in place of Garland, which figures to happen again early next week against the Heat. He finished with 17 points and seven rebounds in 30 minutes. Hunter delivered several highlight-reel worthy plays, including four three-pointers and a massive dunk after dropping Josh Giddey with a phenomenal crossover in the second quarter.
CLE • Forward-Guard • #12
3 days ago
The Cavs will debut a new opening lineup on Friday, with Garland and Hunter starting together for the first time. Garland made his 2025-26 debut in the most recent Cavaliers win after dealing with a toe injury to begin the year. In the contest, he tallied eight points, two rebounds and four assists in 26 minutes. The Cavaliers aren’t at full strength, but Garland’s return to the starting unit is a positive for a team looking to build on its second-round playoff exit from the previous season.
Source: Danny Cunningham
CLE • Forward-Guard • #12
3 days ago
Initially questionable for Friday’s contest, Hunter is good to go after missing Wednesday’s win over the 76ers. He’ll likely bump Jaylon Tyson to the bench, with the second-year wing’s already-low fantasy value taking a hit. There’s no need to hold onto Tyson in this spot.
Source: Spencer Davies
CLE • Forward-Guard • #12
4 days ago
Hunter missed Wednesday’s game, which allowed Jaylon Tyson to remain in the starting lineup despite Darius Garland’s return to the lineup. Tyson will return to the bench with Hunter presumably back.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Forward-Guard • #12
5 days ago
Added to the Cavaliers’ injury report late Wednesday morning, Hunter will not play against the 76ers. His absence coincides with Sam Merrill’s return from a hip injury, but Jaylon Tyson will be in the starting lineup. Once the Cavaliers are healthy, Hunter will be used in a reserve role.
Source: Danny Cunningham
CLE • Forward-Guard • #12
6 days ago
Hunter is a late addition to the injury report, and his potential absence would open up a starting spot. Jaylon Tyson has been starting in place of Darius Garland, but with Garland expected back against Philadelphia, Tyson could remain a starter if Hunter isn’t available.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Forward-Guard • #12
8 days ago
Hunter, who has been a starter due to Max Strus’ absence, is averaging 18.2 points per game, which would be a career-best if he were to sustain it. Of even greater value to category-league managers has been his improved production in other key categories, most notably rebounds and assists. Hunter goes into Week 3 providing top-100 value in eight cat formats, exceeding his Yahoo! ADP of 140. Cleveland doesn’t play again until Wednesday, so there’s no need to add Hunter yet. But he’ll be worth a look in a few days, as Cleveland plays three games in the final five days of Week 3.
CLE • Forward-Guard • #12
10 days ago
Hunter was one of primary beneficiaries of Jarrett Allen, Donovan Mitchell and Darius Garland all missing this game. The 27-year-old small forward played 34 minutes, had 26 points and made four three-pointers, all of which are season-highs at this point for Hunter. He should have some opportunities to step up and have big games when his teammates return from injury because he’s still one of the Cavaliers’ starting players.
CLE • Forward-Guard • #12
12 days ago
While Hunter finished with a solid point total, the field goal percentage was lacking due to a 3-of-12 night from beyond the arc. He and many other Cavaliers may have been too willing to settle for triples, as they shot 17-of-52 on the night. Boston is also a high-volume three-point shooting team, but they made 21 three-pointers and outscored Cleveland at the foul line (20-18). Hunter has ample opportunities to produce since he’s in the starting lineup, and that’s unlikely to change until Max Strus (ankle) returns to action.
CLE • Forward-Guard • #12
15 days ago
After missing the first two games due to a knee injury suffered during the preseason, Hunter made his season debut against the Bucks as part of the starting lineup. He did not provide any defensive stats, and the assists were limited, which is why Hunter is not a popular option for fantasy managers despite being a starter. Rostered in 20 percent of Yahoo! leagues, he should remain in that role until Max Strus returns from offseason foot surgery. Hunter is only worth a look in deep leagues, so that rostered percentage should not change much following Sunday’s performance.
CLE • Forward-Guard • #12
15 days ago
Hunter is available after missing the first two games of the season. However, it’s unclear how much he’ll play, so fantasy managers should expect a minutes restriction. Jaylon Tyson filled the void left by Hunter, but he was not productive enough to merit being rostered in most redraft leagues. Joining Hunter in the starting lineup are Donovan Mitchell, Sam Merrill, Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen.
Source: Spencer Davies
CLE • Forward-Guard • #12
17 days ago
Hunter, who suffered a right knee contusion during the preseason, was also considered questionable ahead of the first two regular-season games before being ruled out. While Jaylon Tyson has filled the resulting void in the starting lineup, reserve Dean Wade has played more minutes. If deep-league managers seek a streamer in case Hunter missed a third straight game, Wade should be the priority add instead of Tyson.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Forward-Guard • #12
17 days ago
Hunter will miss a second straight game, which likely means another start for Jaylon Tyson. However, Tyson only played 20 minutes as a starter, while Dean Wade logged 28 minutes off the bench and was more productive in the box score. The pair should split the minutes on the wing once again.
Source: Chris Fedor
CLE • Forward-Guard • #12
18 days ago
Hunter missed the season opener on Wednesday, which allowed Jaylon Tyson to slide into the starting lineup. Tyson logged 20 minutes as a starter, while Dean Wade played 28 minutes off the bench. If Hunter remains out, both Tyson and Wade will split minutes on the wing once again, though neither will be great streaming options.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Forward-Guard • #12
19 days ago
Hunter, who suffered a knee contusion during an October 14 preseason game against the Pistons, was initially questionable for Wednesday’s season opener. He was due to fill the void in the starting lineup left by Max Strus (foot). Dean Wade and Jaylon Tyson are potential replacements, with the latter offering a higher streaming ceiling.
Source: Chris Fedor
CLE • Forward-Guard • #12
21 days ago
Coach Kenny Atkinson said they’ll see how Hunter responds on Wednesday before determining his status for their matchup with the Knicks. If Hunter isn’t available, Jaylon Tyson or Dean Wade would likely fill out the open starting spot, with Tyson having a much higher ceiling for streaming value.
Source: Danny Cunningham
CLE • Forward-Guard • #12
22 days ago
Hunter was injured during Cleveland’s preseason finale on October 14, as he banged knees during a game against the Pistons. While the forward said after the game that he would be fine, he’s been limited to individual work in recent practices. While Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson said Hunter was moving “very well,” he did not provide a clear answer when asked about the forward’s availability for Wednesday’s opener against the Knicks. Fantasy managers should consider Hunter, who’s expected to start for the injured Max Strus, questionable for Wednesday night.
Source: ClutchPoints
CLE • Forward-Guard • #12
about 1 month ago
On the heels of an efficient 17-point outing in 18 minutes on Tuesday, Hunter needed just 24 minutes of action to efficiently hit the 20-point mark on Thursday. The former veteran forward mainly utilized the three-point shot to find scoring production on Thursday, but also showed active hands on the defensive end to accumulate three stocks. Hunter was one of three Cavaliers starters to score in double figures on the night, and overall, he has performed well through limited preseason games.
CLE • Forward-Guard • #12
6 months ago
Hunter, who dislocated the thumb on his shooting (right) hand during Game 1, was one of three Cavaliers’ rotation players to miss Game 2, with Darius Garland and Evan Mobley being the others. Hunter’s absence led to more rotation minutes for Isaac Okoro, who logged 30 minutes in Game 2 and finished with five points, two rebounds, one assist and two steals. How much Okoro plays in Game 3 will also depend on the status of Evan Mobley (ankle), who did not play in Game 2.
Source: Evan Dammarell
CLE • Forward-Guard • #12
6 months ago
Hunter, who dislocated the thumb on his shooting (right) hand during Game 1, was one of three Cavaliers’ rotation players to miss Game 2, with Darius Garland and Evan Mobley being the others. Hunter’s absence led to more rotation minutes for Isaac Okoro, who logged 30 minutes in Game 2 and finished with five points, two rebounds, one assist and two steals. How much Okoro plays in Game 3 will also depend on the status of Evan Mobley (ankle), who did not play in Game 2.
Source: Evan Dammarell
CLE • Forward-Guard • #12
6 months ago
Hunter was injured after taking a hard fall on a contested drive by Myles Turner. Despite no foul being called, Cavaliers coach Kenny Atkinson told reporters Hunter was “obliterated” on the play and that the 27-year-old small forward dislocated his thumb. With Evan Mobley and Darius Garland also ruled out, the Cavaliers will be without three of their top six players while already facing a 1-0 deficit in the series in Game 2.
CLE • Forward-Guard • #12
7 months ago
Hunter may have posted a dud in Game 1 of this series, but the last three games were all strong performances for him. That was more than enough to help Cleveland advance to the second round. 18 of his 19 points came before halftime, so Hunter certainly could’ve scored more if the game wasn’t over at that point. He’ll continue to play a significant role off the bench as the Cavaliers’ postseason run continues in the conference semifinals.
CLE • Forward-Guard • #12
7 months ago
Hunter may have posted a dud in Game 1 of this series, but the last three games were all strong performances for him. That was more than enough to help Cleveland advance to the second round. 18 of his 19 points came before halftime, so Hunter certainly could’ve scored more if the game wasn’t over at that point. He’ll continue to play a significant role off the bench as the Cavaliers’ postseason run continues in the conference semifinals.
CLE • Forward-Guard • #12
7 months ago
Hunter has bounced back nicely since going scoreless in Cleveland’s series-opening win on April 20. Having scored 12 points in Game 2, he was even better on Saturday, helping the Cavaliers absorb the absence of Darius Garland (toe). Regardless of Garland’s status for Monday’s Game 4, Hunter remains a key contributor off the bench. The Cavaliers aim to end the series in Miami, which would net them additional rest ahead of the second round.
CLE • Forward-Guard • #12
7 months ago
Unsurprisingly, Hunter and Jerome are among the Cavaliers’ rotation players who will sit out Sunday’s regular-season finale. Craig Porter Jr. and Javonte Green should figure prominently in the rotation, and there may even be room for an Emoni Bates or Chuma Okeke. Of those options, Porter is the safest for fantasy managers in active leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Forward-Guard • #12
8 months ago
Hunter didn’t move into the starting unit in place of Evan Mobley, who got a rest night on Thursday, but he did end up providing value off the bench. After playing 22-23 minutes over Cleveland’s three previous games, Hunter played 31 minutes against San Antonio, which allowed him to have one of his best rebounding performances as a Cavalier and set a new high for steals since being traded to Cleveland. The bar wasn’t high, but it was a nice bonus for a player that typically doesn’t contribute many defensive stats despite being known as a strong defender.
CLE • Forward-Guard • #12
8 months ago
With Evan Mobley sidelined with a foot injury, Hunter moved into the starting lineup. Unfortunately, Hunter wasn’t able to take advantage of the increased opportunity. He has played well since being traded to Cleveland, but the extra minutes didn’t result in a boost in production. That can partially be attributed to foul trouble, which has been a theme throughout Hunter’s career. Hunter will continue to be a solid contributor off the bench for the Cavs, and managers shouldn’t be scared away by this performance the next time Hunter gets to start.
CLE • Forward-Guard • #12
8 months ago
Mitchell will start in his return from a two-game absence, which will push Isaac Okoro back to the bench. Hunter will return to the starting lineup in place of Evan Mobley, who is sidelined with a foot injury.
Source: Magic PR
CLE • Forward-Guard • #12
8 months ago
Hunter missed Tuesday’s game against the Nets, but returned after just a one-game absence with an illness. The 27-year-old small forward played 23 minutes and had 18 points including three 3-pointers off the bench in his usual role as a 3-point specialist. Hunter’s skillset can be value to certain builds in deeper leagues, but he’s not a must-use option.
CLE • Forward-Guard • #12
8 months ago
Hunter missed Tuesday’s game against the Nets, but returned after just a one-game absence with an illness. The 27-year-old small forward played 23 minutes and had 18 points including three 3-pointers off the bench in his usual role as a three-point specialist. Hunter’s skillset can be value to certain builds in deeper leagues, but he’s not a must-use option.