Fansided · Dec 15, 2025
Cavaliers learning harsh De'Andre Hunter lesson they should've known all along
Cleveland Cavaliers v Memphis Grizzlies | Justin Ford/GettyImagesComing into the season, Cleveland Cavaliers forward De’Andre Hunter received a lot of praise for his incredible offseason. Head coach Kenny Atkinson called him their offseason MVP. With the Cavs missing Max Strus for all of this season thus far, Hunter has occupied the starting small forward spot.
Wanting to be in the starting lineup was something Hunter made clear to Atkinson in the offseason. So far, the results have been inconsistent, and has been one of the reasons for the Cavs’ slow 15-12 start. This could lead to Atkinson making a change to his rotations.
Cavaliers must consider moving Hunter back to the bench
