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January 27, 2026
Expected to play Wednesday
Hunter is probable for Wednesday's game against the Lakers with right knee soreness.
Analysis
Hunter is expected to return from a two-game absence Wednesday. With Evan Mobley (calf) out of the mix, the swingman could see some extra shot attempts fall his direction. Hunter has averaged 12.4 points, 4.0 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.8 three-pointers in 22.0 minutes per tilt in his last five games.
January 26, 2026
Won't play Monday
Hunter won't play in Monday's game against Orlando due to right knee soreness, Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.
Analysis
Hunter is out of action for a second consecutive outing. His next chance to play comes Wednesday against the Lakers. With Sam Merrill out for personal reasons, players such as Dean Wade, Craig Porter and Nae'Qwan Tomlin will be asked to step up Monday.
January 25, 2026
Questionable for Monday
Hunter (knee) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Magic.
Analysis
Hunter is still dealing with right knee soreness and might miss a second consecutive contest. If the 28-year-old forward remains sidelined, Nae'Qwan Tomlin and Jaylon Tyson would be candidates to see an uptick in minutes.
January 24, 2026
Won't play Saturday
Hunter (knee) won't play Saturday versus the Magic, Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.
Analysis
Knee soreness will force Hunter to the sidelines for Saturday's game, and for now, he should be considered questionable for Monday's rematch with the Magic. Expect more minutes for Nae'Qwan Tomlin and Larry Nance with Hunter unavailable Saturday.
January 24, 2026
Now questionable with knee injury
Hunter is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Magic due to right knee soreness.
Analysis
It's not a good sign that Hunter was a late addition to Saturday's injury report, and his official status will be known closer to the 7:00 p.m. ET tipoff. Craig Porter and Lonzo Ball would be in line for more minutes off the bench if Hunter is unable to play.
January 22, 2026
Struggles in victory
Hunter notched four points (1-6 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four rebounds, one assist and one steal across 13 minutes during Wednesday's 94-87 victory over the Hornets.
Analysis
Hunter was unable to have a positive impact, scoring no more than four points for the third time in the past six games. Despite a relatively consistent role, Hunter has been a non-factor for the majority of the season, currently sitting outside the top-200 players in standard leagues. At best, he can be streamed in for points and threes.