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What to know about new Cleveland Cavs small forward De'Andre Hunter
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The Cavs made a big deal leading up to Thursday's NBA trade deadline by acquiring small forward De'Andre Hunter from the Atlanta Hawks .
In the move, the Cavs gave up Caris LeVert , Georges Niang , draft picks and executed some pick swaps. Here's what to know about Hunter , who is having the best season of his career:
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De'Andre Hunter draft: How many years has he been in the NBA?
He is in his sixth year in the NBA. He was drafted out of Virginia with the fourth-overall pick in the 2019 NBA draft. The Cavs drafted their All-Star point guard, Darius Garland , with the next pick in that draft.
De'Andre Hunter stats this season
He's averaging 19 points on 46% shooting and hits 40% of his 3-point attempts.
How can De'Andre Hunter help the Cavs?
Many analysts have contended the biggest piece missing in the Cavs puzzle was the small forward position. Hunter has had a breakout season and his numbers have improved in each of his six NBA seasons. He gives the team depth and offense at the position.
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How did De'Andre Hunter perform against the Cavs this season?
In three games against the Cavs this season, he averaged 24.7 points, five rebounds and two assists.
De'Andre Hunter height
The Cavs have been after a good wing player for years, and Hunter fits that position at 6-foot-8.
De'Andre Hunter contract
He is signed through the 2026-27 NBA season at an average of $24.1 million, according to Spotrac.com
De'Andre Hunter college
Hunter went to college at Virginia. He was teammates with Cavs guard Ty Jerome . They were part of the Cavaliers team that won the NCAA Tournament in 2019.
De'Andre Hunter highlights
This article originally appeared on Akron Beacon Journal: De'Andre Hunter stats, contract, more: What to know about new Cavs SF
