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Basketball Biography

De'Andre Hunter

“DE Hunter”

American flag American · Philadelphia, Pennsylvania · Born 2 December 1997

Small Forward / Shooting Guard

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Elite defensive wing and key member of Atlanta Hawks' young core whose athleticism and improving scoring make him a versatile two-way asset.

De'Andre Hunter was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on 2 December 1997. A long, athletic and defensively gifted wing, Hunter was selected fourth overall by the Atlanta Hawks in the 2019 NBA Draft. He has established himself as one of the league's better defensive wings, with the length, athleticism and footwork to guard multiple positions. His offensive game has developed steadily, with improving three-point shooting and scoring creation. His time in Atlanta has been disrupted by injuries, including knee surgery that kept him out for extended periods, but when healthy he has shown himself to be a genuine two-way contributor. His role in Atlanta's continued development makes him an important piece of their roster.

Famous For

NCAA Championship with Virginia, versatile wing defender

Selected fourth overall in 2019, he has developed into one of the NBA's most versatile defensive wings, capable of guarding 1-through-4 positionally, making him a matchup weapon for the Hawks.

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Playing Style

How They Played

Two-way wing, strong defender, developing offensive game

Legacy

Lasting Impact

Promising two-way wing with defensive versatility

Honours & Achievements

Career Honours

  • NCAA Champion 2019 (Virginia)
Club Career
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Atlanta Hawks2019–2024#12
Career Journey

Timeline

2017 🌍 Team USA U19 World Cup Gold Medal
2018 🎯 First season as Virginia starter averaging 15.2 PPG
2019 🏆 NCAA Champion with Virginia
2019 🎯 Selected 4th overall in NBA Draft
2019 📌 NBA debut with Atlanta Hawks
2020 🎯 NBA All-Rookie Second Team
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

5 common questions about De'Andre Hunter

His defensive versatility — his length and athleticism allow him to guard point guards through to power forwards, making him one of the NBA's most switchable defensive forwards.

Yes — knee injuries have disrupted multiple seasons and limited his ability to build momentum, though he has shown quality when healthy.

De'Andre Hunter was born on 2 December 1997 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

University of Virginia, where he won the 2019 NCAA Championship and was the ACC Defensive Player of the Year.

Yes — he won the 2019 NCAA Championship with Virginia, an experience that shaped his winning mentality.