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Kings F De'Andre Hunter's Season Ends After Left Eye Surgery
Hunter suffered a detached retina and underwent surgery, expected to make full recovery
Published on Feb. 21, 2026
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Sacramento Kings forward De'Andre Hunter's season has come to an end after he underwent surgery to repair a detached retina in his left eye. The surgery was performed on February 21st and Hunter is expected to make a full recovery, with an update expected in approximately eight weeks.
Why it matters
Hunter's injury is the latest setback for the struggling Kings, who have the worst record in the NBA this season. The team has already lost Domantas Sabonis and Zach LaVine to season-ending surgeries, further depleting their roster as they aim to improve their draft position for the upcoming 2026 NBA Draft.
The details
Hunter suffered the eye injury on February 6th during a game against the LA Clippers. He was diagnosed with a retinal detachment and underwent surgery on February 21st performed by Dr. M. Ali Khan at Kaiser Permanente Medical Center in Roseville, California. The Kings acquired Hunter earlier this month as part of a three-team trade with the Cleveland Cavaliers and Chicago Bulls.
- Hunter suffered the eye injury on February 6th.
- Hunter underwent surgery on February 21st.
The players
De'Andre Hunter
A 28-year-old forward for the Sacramento Kings who suffered a detached retina in his left eye and underwent season-ending surgery.
Dr. M. Ali Khan
The surgeon who performed the eye surgery on De'Andre Hunter at Kaiser Permanente Medical Center in Roseville, California.
Domantas Sabonis
A Kings player who also underwent season-ending surgery, for a left knee meniscus repair.
Zach LaVine
A Kings player who underwent season-ending surgery to repair a right fifth finger tendon.
What’s next
The Kings will provide an update on Hunter's recovery in approximately eight weeks.
The takeaway
De'Andre Hunter's season-ending eye surgery is the latest blow to the struggling Sacramento Kings, who have already lost key players Domantas Sabonis and Zach LaVine to season-ending procedures. The Kings' tanking woes have drawn the attention of NBA Commissioner Adam Silver, who has expressed concern over the issue across the league.
