Trae Young Traded to Washington Wizards in Blockbuster NBA Deal
Major Move Shakes Up NBA Landscape
The NBA world was abuzz this Wednesday as reports confirmed the Atlanta Hawks have traded their star point guard, Trae Young, to the Washington Wizards. In exchange, the Hawks receive veteran guard CJ McCollum and forward Corey Kispert.
Young, a four-time All-Star, joined the Hawks in 2018 with high hopes of leading the team’s rebuild. While he became the franchise’s all-time leader in assists (4,837) and 3-pointers (1,295), the Hawks only reached the Conference Finals once (2021) with him on the roster.
Injury-Prone Season Leads to Hawks’ Decision
This season, Young has played in just 10 games due to a knee sprain, averaging 19 points per game. The Hawks currently sit at 17-22, fighting for a Play-In spot. The trade alleviates some salary cap pressure and adds depth to their young roster.
Wizards Find Salary Relief and Roster Spot
The Wizards, on the other hand, free up salary space and create an open roster spot with this deal. McCollum, a three-time All-Star, is averaging 18 points per game this season.
What’s Next?
This trade shakes up the Eastern Conference playoff race, with both teams hoping to make a push towards the postseason. The Hawks gain immediate scoring and veteran leadership, while the Wizards add a dynamic playmaker.
FAQs
- Why did the Hawks trade Trae Young?
- The Hawks traded Young to create salary cap space and add depth to their young roster.
- What did the Wizards receive in the trade?
- The Wizards received salary relief and an open roster spot with the trade.
“We thank Trae for his contributions to our team and our city over the past five seasons,” said Hawks GM Travis Schlenk.
Hawks GM Travis Schlenk
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