Hawks Working With Trae Young to Find New Team

The Atlanta Hawks and their star point guard, Trae Young, are now actively collaborating to facilitate a trade. This significant development arrives after months of persistent rumors regarding the 27-year-old's future with the team. According to reports, Young's agents are engaged in constructive discussions with Hawks general manager Onsi Saleh to identify a suitable new team for the guard.

The decision to explore trade options reportedly stems from the Hawks' front office choosing not to extend Young's contract during the previous summer. Young currently has two seasons left on his deal, valued at approximately $95 million, which includes a player option for the 2026-27 season. Potential destinations mentioned in early reports include the Washington Wizards, Miami Heat, and Minnesota Timberwolves, signaling the potential end of his seven-and-a-half-year tenure with Atlanta.

This shift signals the Hawks' readiness to usher in a new era, likely centered around emerging talent Jalen Johnson and recent acquisition Nickeil Alexander-Walker. Meanwhile, Young's current season has been hampered by injuries, including a recent right quad contusion and a prior right MCL sprain. Intriguingly, the team's statistics suggest a stronger performance without him on the court, boasting a 15-12 record in his absence compared to a 2-8 record when he plays.