The Cleveland Cavaliers are trading De'Andre Hunter to the Sacramento Kings for Dennis Schroder and Keon Ellis, sources confirm. This three-team deal also involves the Chicago Bulls acquiring Kings forward Dario Saric and two future second-round picks. The Cavaliers gain two guards, save $50 million in salary, and position themselves to get under the second apron next season. Hunter, a 28-year-old '3-and-D' wing, averages 14 points and 4.2 rebounds. The Kings gain roster flexibility, including the potential to convert Dylan Cardwell to a standard NBA deal. Cardwell, an undrafted rookie, averages impressive stats. The Bulls absorb Dario Saric's expiring contract, gaining future assets. Schroder, averaging 12.8 points and 5.3 rebounds, joins the Kings after a three-year deal. He and Tre Jones are the only players averaging 10 points and 5 assists off the bench. Ellis, averaging 5.6 points and an elite defensive player, is extension-eligible and joins the Cavaliers. Sacramento takes on the final two years of Hunter's contract, totaling $48.2 million.
