Kevin Huerter underwent hand surgery shortly before the NBA draft. He didn’t present Michael Porter Jr.-level risk, but it’s still a bit nerve-racking to pick a player who’s too injured to play at the time of the draft.
Thankfully for Huerter and the Hawks, he overcame his injury without complication.
Chris Vivlamore of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution:
Kevin Huerter has been 100 percent cleared for all basketball activities
Huerter provided excellent value at No. 19. The shooting guard has range beyond the 3-point arc, and he can create as a driver. His defense looks problematic, though.
After missing summer league, he might be a little behind for next season. But there’s still plenty of time for Huerter to catch up – especially because Atlanta seems content to tank next season, anyway.