Atlanta Journal-Constitution · Sep 7, 2018
Hawks sign former Georgia State star
Celtics guard R.J. Hunter points to a teammate after he scored against the Hawks on a good pass in a basketball game on Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2015, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton / ccompton@ajc.com Photo: ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis ComptonFormer Georgia State basketball star R.J. Hunter will return to town with a chance to continue his hoops career.
The Hawks announced Friday the signing of Hunter, who helped carry the Panthers to an upset victory against Baylor in the 2015 NCAA tournament. Hunter played for his dad, Ron Hunter, and twice was chosen Sun Belt player of the year. He also is GSU’s all-time leading scorer.