the Sporting news gave the Hunter pick a D https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nba/news/nba-draft-tracker-2019-results-grades-pick-analysis-rounds-1-2/1s9kt8vxti6ov1f7n6orhyrmqo 4. Lakers - De'Andre Hunter, Forward, Virginia (proposed trade to the Hawks)
Hunter may have worn a Lakers hat when he shook Adam Silver's hand on stage, but he won't play for them next season, as this pick is part of the agreed upon trade sending Anthony Davis to Los Angeles. Hunter won't end up in a Pelicans jersey either, though.
New Orleans dealt this pick along with No. 57, Solomon Hill and a future second-rounder to the Hawks in exchange for No. 8, No. 17, No. 35 and a protected first-rounder belonging to the Cavaliers next year that will likely become a pair of second-rounders.
On face, Hunter's skill set is a terrific fit for what Travis Schlenk is building in Atlanta. He's a non-ball dominant wing who can create in advantage situations and knock down outside shots. The release is certainly a bit slow and will need to speed up for him to be a true 3-and-D threat, but the base is there. On the other end, Hunter is one of the best on-ball defenders in the class. He uses his strength to body up opposing offensive players and can guard multiple positions. Hunter isn't one to gamble, and he doesn't create the number of events most great defenders do, but he should still be a huge plus as a stopper.
The problem with Hunter - and ultimately the issue with this trade for Atlanta - is that he's not a high-upside play. He's already 21 years old, he hasn't flashed much to suggest he'll be more than a tertiary offensive player and he's not a passer. In short, he's not the Kawhi Leonard comparison he often gets. Hunter is fine, but the Hawks gave up a ton in this transaction.
Atlanta is sacrificing two first-rounders in a draft that, while not great at the top, does have some depth to it. Given how hard it is to find a star, there's value in having more bites at the apple. The Hawks also gave up a high second-round pick - a historically useful selection for occasionally finding a steal. While Hunter is a nice fit in Atlanta, factoring in everything else, it's hard to view this move as a success.
10. Hawks - Cam Reddish, Forward, Duke
After selecting De'Andre Hunter at No. 4, Atlanta snags another combo forward at No. 10. There was a time when Reddish was thought of as the most talented player in this class, but a tough year at Duke behind RJ Barrett and Zion Williamson saw his draft stock slide.
In the late lottery, taking a shot on Reddish is well justified. He probably has one of the highest upsides of players remaining on the board. In his ideal form, Reddish operates as a bit of a point forward using his size to create offense for himself and his teammates. He's flashed the occasional pull-up jumper and should shoot it well off the catch in the NBA. His defense is also a positive. Reddish impressed on that end as a Blue Devil and should be able to guard multiple positions in the NBA.
The likelihood he finds his way to his best outcome, though, is low. Basically no NBA stars shot worse than 40.0 percent on 2-pointers in college regardless of shot selection. Reddish's struggles inside the arc are reflective of his overrated athleticism. He shot just 50.0 percent at the rim in non-transition situations, per Hoop-Math. He's 6-9.
The good news for Atlanta is Reddish's middling outcome should still be a useful player assuming the jump shot progresses to the point many think it can. Don't be surprised if he turns into the type of 3-and-D player NBA teams need.
Grade: B
https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/2019/06/21/nba-draft-winners-pelicans-hawks-losers-trade-rules-warriors/?utm_term=.fd22a5385963 Winners: Atlanta Hawks
There’s a healthy debate to be had over whether the Hawks traded up for the right target. They used the fourth pick, acquired from the Pelicans, to draft Virginia’s De’Andre Hunter and then selected Duke’s Cam Reddish at No. 10. While there were other players with higher ceilings than Hunter available at four, Hunter’s 3-and-D game makes him an ideal fit with Trae Young and John Collins. His job will be simple: Balance the floor and stick the open three.
Even better: Atlanta added two wings that operate in separate lanes: If Hunter is the defensive stopper, Reddish could become a high-level complementary scorer. As they grow, Hunter and Reddish should be able to play together and their games shouldn’t overlap in negative ways.
