Top player leaves long-standing club
Change hammer for US star perfect
January 9, 2026 – 8:01 p.mReading time: 1 min.
He played for his first NBA club for many years, but now Trae Young’s era with the Atlanta Hawks is coming to an end.
The farewell to star development player Trae Young after more than seven years with the Atlanta Hawks is perfect. As previously speculated, Young is moving to the Washington Wizards. In exchange for Young, experienced CJ McCollum and forward Corey Kispert are moving to the Hawks. The Wizards announced this on Friday. The trade came after contract negotiations between Young and the Hawks stalled.
Trae Young’s move to the Washington Wizards marks the end of a formative time with the Hawks. Young has been a key player for the Georgia team since 2018, averaging 25.8 points and 9.8 assists per game. No other player in Hawks history has recorded more assists.
Curious: Young, who is currently injured, found out about the change during the game against the New Orleans Pelicans on Thursday. then left the hall early. Contract talks between Young and the Hawks stalled over the summer, which ultimately led to the club’s decision to look for a buyer for the guard. Now Young will continue his career in the US capital.