Trae Young Sidelines Until Post All-Star Break
Trae Young, the prominent guard recently traded to the Washington Wizards, will be sidelined until after the NBA All-Star break. His debut with the Wizards is delayed due to a sprained right knee and a bruised quadriceps. Young was acquired from the Atlanta Hawks in a trade that sent CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert to Atlanta.
Health Comes First for Trae Young
The Wizards’ head coach, Brian Keefe, emphasized the importance of Young’s recovery. “Our priority for him is his health. That’s No. 1,” he stated before the Wizards faced the Los Angeles Clippers. Keefe mentioned that the team will reevaluate Young’s condition after the All-Star break.
Young’s Performance and History
In the 2023 season, Trae Young participated in only 10 games, averaging 19.3 points and 8.9 assists per game. Over seven seasons with the Hawks, he played 493 games and maintained an impressive average of 25.2 points and 9.8 assists, earning him four All-Star selections.
Comparison to Luka Doncic’s Trade
Young’s situation bears resemblance to last season’s trade involving Luka Doncic. Doncic was traded from the Dallas Mavericks to the Los Angeles Lakers on February 2, and he made his debut just eight days later despite dealing with a calf injury.
Upcoming Expectations
- Young won’t play until after the NBA All-Star break.
- He has played only 10 games this season with the Hawks.
- Average stats for the current season: 19.3 points, 8.9 assists per game.
- Over his career, he holds averages of 25.2 points, 9.8 assists.
The Wizards are hopeful for a swift recovery for Young as they continue their West Coast road trip without his contributions on the court.
