Thu, Feb 6, 2025 at 2:59pm

CLEVELAND DEALS FOR DE'ANDRE HUNTER

The Cleveland Cavaliers acquired forward De'Andre Hunter from the Atlanta Hawks for guard/forward Caris LeVert, forward Georges Niang, three second-round draft picks and the right to swap two second-round draft picks.

What does it give the Cleveland Cavaliers
Hunter is an upgrade as a bench forward for the Cavaliers, a team with big expectations heading into the NBA playoffs. Hunter could make a big impact, provided he stays healthy.

What does it give the Atlanta Hawks
LeVert and Niang should be able to help the Hawks, as both have plenty of experience coming off the bench. However, this deal is more about the draft pick compensation for Atlanta.

Fantasy impact
Hunter, LeVert and Niang are unlikely to see much of a shift in value after this trade. All three should continue to come off the bench and contribute, although none are great fantasy options.

Player focus

Cleveland Cavaliers

De'Andre Hunter F

Atlanta Hawks

Caris LeVert G/F

Georges Niang F

Draft pick - Round 2

Draft pick - Round 2

Draft pick - Round 2

right to swap second-round draft picks - Round 2

right to swap second-round draft picks - Round 2