The Atlanta Hawks took De’Andre Hunter fourth overall last summer during the draft, looking to fill one of the team’s biggest weaknesses: defense.
Hunter was tabbed by many to be the best perimeter defender in the class, and with his talented ball handling combined with a 7’2 wingspan, he seemed able to play as a 2, or either forward spots.
When added to the team, he instantly became among the best – if not the best – defenders on the team.
Thus far, Hunter has appeared in 37 games for Atlanta, starting 36, and has had some highlights, but mostly so-so play overall.