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Eric MoodyESPN
Recent rumors have suggested that it is possible. Cam ReddishThe former lottery pick in 2019, who showed flashes in the third NBA season, may be traded by Atlanta HawksBefore the trade deadline. These rumors were confirmed Thursday, when the Hawks traded the small forward to the New York KnicksReddish could be given an expanded role, and possibly a New York career-defining extension.
The Hawks received a protected 2022 pick in the first round from the Hawks as part of the deal. Charlotte HornetsIn addition to the fourth-year pro Kevin Knox IIThe No. 9 pick in the 2018 draft. Veteran Solomon HillReddish and a 2025 Second-round pick will head to the Knicks. Reddish is reunited with his former Duke teammate RJ Barrett.
Reddish, despite only playing 23.4 minutes per game in Atlanta, has set career highs as both a scorer (11.9 PPG), and as a shooter. His 40.2FG%, 37.9-3FG%, and 90.0FT% are all career bests for the young swingman. Reddish scored 30 points in December and has shown that he is capable of more when given more playing time.
What will happen in New York?
Reddish is available in 92% ESPN fantasy football leagues. This is a low-risk, high reward move that could see the Knicks re-enter playoff contention following a 21-21 record. Reddish could be used immediately by the Knicks as an additional scoring option to Barrett. Julius RandleWhile Derrick RoseIt is now.
Evan FournierHe has not performed to his potential this season. Reddish averages only 13.6 point, 3.0 rebounds and 2.0 assists per game. Reddish has a good chance to play a major role in the Knicks’ rotation. His minutes are increasing from Atlanta. He may play for the Knicks against the Hawks despite missing Wednesday’s Hawks game against the Heat.
The Hawks are the most important. Bogdan BogdanovicAnd Kevin HuerterReddish has left Atlanta and should keep using them as they are now. Bogdanovic has been averaging 12.2 PPG in 28.9MPG this season, but his other statistical contributions are limited. Huerter, with an average of 11.3 PPG in 28.5 MPG is in a similar position. Both could experience a slight rise in fantasy value.
De’Andre HunterAfter a two month absence due to wrist surgery, Hunter is back in action and I think he will be the most benefit. Hunter’s statistical work shows that he is capable of producing fantasy players in many categories. Since he is available for 92.4% in ESPN leagues, he should be stashable. Hunter, who was also selected by the Hawks for the 2019 lottery (No. Reddish was the other player chosen by the Hawks in the 2019 lottery (No. 4 overall). Hunter has an average of 16.2 points, 3.7 rebounding, and 1.0 assists per forty minutes. He has the skills to be a valuable player down-the-line if he is healthy.