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On YouTubeAtlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / January 9
Atlanta Hawks Officially Announce Trade Sending Trae Young To Washington For CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert
After nearly eight full seasons as the face of the Atlanta Hawks franchise, Trae Young has been traded. During the Hawks' game against the New Orleans Pelicans last night, ESPN's Shams Charania broke the news that Young was going to be traded to the Washington Wizards in exchange for CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert.
Trae Young News / Yardbarker / January 9
Trae Young hints at frustration with Hawks after trade to Wizards
The NBA had its first blockbuster trade of the season when Young was sent from the Atlanta Hawks to the Washington Wizards, and the four-time All-Star has now addressed the move.
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Jalen Johnson News / Stadium Rant / January 9
Is Jalen Johnson Capable Of Being The Face Of The Atlanta Hawks?
In the midst of Wednesday’s game against the New Orleans Pelicans, the Atlanta Hawks made a franchise-altering move. They traded Trae Young to the Washington Wizards, shifting the face of the franchise duties to young star Jalen Johnson for the time being.
Atlanta Hawks News / Peachtree Hoops / January 9
A eulogy for the superstar that Atlanta needed 
No one ever thought it would end this way, and yet here we are. On Wednesday in the middle of home game against the New Orleans Pelicans, Young was salary dumped traded for CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert.
Trae Young News / Last Word On Sports / January 9
How Does Trading Trae Young Affect The Hawks Upcoming Decisions At Trade Deadline And Offseason?
The Atlanta Hawks got the NBA trade deadline season off to a blazing start by sending Trae Young to the Washington Wizards on Wednesday night. The bigger question is what does the trade mean for the Hawks in the future?
Atlanta Hawks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 8
The Anthony Davis trade Hawks must make after sending Trae Young to Wizards
The Atlanta Hawks fan base is in a collective sports mourning as we witnessed one yesterday evening: Trae Young was traded from the team to the Washington Wizards for CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert.
C.J. McCollum News / Hoops Wire / January 9
Hawks exploring one-year extension for CJ McCollum
The Hawks appear to see CJ McCollum as more than a short-term placeholder. According to Grant Afseth of Dallas Hoops Journal, Atlanta has discussed the idea of offering McCollum a one-year contract extension worth roughly $20 million once his trade to the Hawks is finalized.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / January 8
Wizards could pull an unusual move with Trae Young
Washington Wizards fans might stunningly have to wait another nine months to see Trae Young actually suit up for their team.
Trae Young News / Field Level Media / January 8
Hawks begin post-Trae Young era at Nuggets
The Atlanta Hawks embark on a four-game Western Conference road trip a different team than the one that began 2026. Atlanta's first game is at the Denver Nuggets on Friday night, two days after trading four-time all-star Trae Young in a blockbuster move.
C.J. McCollum News / Hoops Rumors / January 8
Hawks Reportedly Interested In Extending CJ McCollum
The Hawks value veteran combo guard CJ McCollum as more than just an expiring contract, according to Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com, who hears from sources that Atlanta has discussed the idea of offering the 34-year-old a one-year extension worth around $20MM.
NBA News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / January 8
Projecting the Atlanta Hawks Rotation After Acquiring CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert From The Washington Wizards
After nearly eight full seasons as the face of the Atlanta Hawks franchise, Trae Young has been traded. During the Hawks' game against the New Orleans Pelicans last night, ESPN's Shams Charania broke the news that Young was going to be traded to the Washington Wizards in exchange for CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert.
NBA News / Yardbarker / January 8
Former No. 1 pick could be key to Hawks' pursuit of Anthony Davis
If the Hawks want Davis, they may have to use a former No. 1 pick to get the deal done.
Atlanta Hawks News / Last Word On Sports / January 8
20 PPG Scorer Tried To Force His Way To The Hawks
ATLANTA — The Atlanta Hawks have struggled under the weight of expectations. They had a busy offseason. They added six players via the draft, trade, and free agency.
Zaccharie Risacher News / Field Level Media / January 7
Hawks get season-high 25 from Zaccharie Risacher to beat Pelicans
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.
NBA News / Yardbarker / January 8
Why Trae Young is a positive addition to the Wizards
Young and the Hawks didn't have a lot of better options than the Wizards, and the Wizards could do a lot worse than Young.
Malik Williams News / Hoops Rumors / January 7
Hawks Waive Malik Williams
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.
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