Brandon

Hunter

The Celtics are 17th out of 29 teams in rebounds per game, but coach Jim O’Brien doesn’t want to rush either of his youngsters. Hunter could see some time later in the season if rebounding becomes a greater problem, but right now he’s stowed away on the IL.

The Celtics are having big problems on the boards lately, so Hunter, who led the NCAA in rebounding last season, might get a chance to play a few minutes per game. He’s definitely not going to have any fantasy value.

Hunter didn’t have any points or rebounds. He did, however, commit two fouls.

Dealing Bogans frees up some minutes for DeShawn Stevenson in Orlando. Hunter shows promise as a rebounder, but it will probably take injuries to get him any playing time.

The forward is day-to-day.

Hunter doesn’t figure to enter Orlando’s usual rotation, but he can get some rebounds if needed.

Even with Kelvin Cato out, the Magic decided Hunter was expendable. The second-year forward is averaging 2.6 points in five games.

Hunter is averaging 2.6 points in five games. He won’t get much playing time as a reserve forward.

He last played for the Magic and is just hoping to make the team’s opening day roster.