After sitting out Atlanta Hawks’ games for over a week, Trae Young was traded to the Washington Wizards for CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert in return. It’s an understandably emotional goodbye, irrespective of the circumstances, which was why Young took time out to say his goodbyes properly.
The Atlanta Hawks, looking to snap a two-game losing streak, had a good opportunity to make a statement against another struggling team, the New Orleans Pelicans.
Part of what makes the NBA, or any pro sports league, so compelling to watch is the narratives, especially those centered on rivalries. Throughout the decades, the NBA has fostered a number of rivalries, some long-lasting and others short but sweet.
Zaccharie Risacher knocked down seven 3-pointers and scored a season-high 25 points to lead the Atlanta Hawks to a 117-100 win over the visiting New Orleans Pelicans on Wednesday to end their two-game losing streak.
The cameras were very much on Trae Young as news of his blockbuster trade broke on Wednesday. The Atlanta Hawks made the major decision Wednesday to trade away their four-time All-Star Young after seven-and-a-half seasons with their team.
It’s the end of an era in Atlanta, as the Hawks have traded four-time All-Star point guard Trae Young to the Washington Wizards for CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert.
Jalen Johnson has transformed into an All-Star caliber player this season for the Atlanta Hawks, and he’s doing everything for them. The forward is averaging 23.7 points, 10.3 rebounds, and 8.4 assists, and has tried to keep the Hawks afloat for the most part this season with several injuries to some key players.
The Hawks have waived center Malik Williams, who had been on a two-way contract with the team, according to a press release. Because the move occurred prior to the league-wide salary guarantee date, Williams will receive just a prorated portion of his two-way salary.