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Hawks’ Trae Young earns comparisons to both Luka Doncic, Anthony Edwards from new teammates

The Atlanta Hawks have put together a team this season that could be one of the more competitive ones in the Eastern Conference. Trae Young will be the engine of the team, and he’s shown over his career that he can lead a group, regardless of who’s playing.

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Will Hawks’ Trae Young follow Baker Mayfield path? Thought gives him ‘chills’

From the outset of the 2025-26 NBA season, Atlanta Hawks All-Star Trae Young had big dreams for his team this year. Perhaps it’s the biggest reason Young isn’t worried about his contract situation.

Atlanta Hawks News / Dallas Hoops Journal / October 27

Trae Young Opens Up About Not Agreeing To Extension With Atlanta Hawks Before Season: ‘It’s Not All In My Hands’

Trae Young and the Atlanta Hawks didn’t agree to an extension before the season started. Young, one of the best players in the NBA, is eligible for a four-year, $229 million extension.

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The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars

The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 25

Jamahl Mosley details difficulty of defending Trae Young after Hawks edge Magic

The Orlando Magic dropped to 1-1 on the season after falling 111-107 to the Atlanta Hawks on Friday night, with head coach Jamahl Mosley emphasizing the challenge of containing star guard Trae Young down the stretch.

Atlanta Hawks News / Peachtree Hoops / October 25

Hawks notch first victory of regular season in comeback effort vs. Magic

The Atlanta Hawks secured their first win of the 2025-26 regular season with a comeback victory against the Orlando Magic on Friday night at the Kia Center, 111-107.

Trae Young News / Field Level Media / October 25

Trae Young wants Hawks to emulate Thunder's formula

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young is using the Oklahoma City Thunder's success last season as personal motivation for this season. Young, who grew up in Oklahoma and played one season at the University of Oklahoma before turning pro, was inspired by the Thunder's run to the NBA title and would like to see his Hawks follow the same script.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / October 25

NBA Notes: Mavericks, Cooper Flagg, Hawks, Trae Young, Magic

Jason Kidd joked that the Mavericks’ coaching staff “burned the tape” after their season-opening loss to the Spurs. But as Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News wrote, the same problems reappeared Friday night.

Trae Young News / Field Level Media / October 24

Trae Young, Hawks rally in fourth quarter to down Magic

Trae Young drained a pair of go-ahead free throws with 21 seconds left on Friday, helping the visiting Atlanta Hawks rally for a 111-107 victory over the Orlando Magic.

NBA News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / October 24

Instant Takeaways From The Hawks Comeback Win Against The Magic

After a tough opening night loss to the Toronto Raptors, the Atlanta Hawks had a bounce-back performance against a formidable rival in the Orlando Magic.

NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 24

Trae Young chews up Magic in Hawks win

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NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 24

Scoring Off Turnovers among 3 Keys to victory as Orlando hosts the Hawks

The Atlanta Hawks made major moves this summer to upgrade the team's roster, further flanking an uber talented scoring creator in Trae Young with lengthy two-way versatility.

Atlanta Hawks News / Sporting News / October 24

Hawks predicted to make blockbuster trade, dealing Trae Young for $203 million All-Star

This would be one of the biggest one-for-one trades in a while.

Trae Young News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 23

Patrick Beverley flames Trae Young’s defense in savage film breakdown

Patrick Beverley let Trae Young have it after the Atlanta Hawks’ season opener turned into a rout, ripping into Young’s defense in a blistering film breakdown that stoked an old feud and amplified an ugly night for the franchise.

Trae Young News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 23

Patrick Beverley reignites Trae Young feud after Hawks’ disastrous season opener

On Wednesday evening, the Atlanta Hawks began their 2025-26 NBA season with a dud by getting blown out at home by the Toronto Raptors. Almost nothing went right for the Hawks, who surrendered relentless drives into the paint by the Raptors and shot poorly from the field throughout the evening.

NBA News / Hardwood Heroics / October 23

'I Don’t Think There are Too Many Positives' – Atlanta Hawks Star Opens Up on 'Embarrassing' First Loss to the Toronto Raptors

Trae Young was not happy with how the Atlanta Hawks’ opening game turned out. The Toronto Raptors blew them out 138-118 at home, as the team never really found its rhythm at any point of the contest.

Atlanta Hawks News / NBA Analysis Network / October 23

Patrick Beverley slams Trae Young after blowout opening night defeat vs Raptors

Patrick Beverley continues to call out Atlanta Hawks star Trae Young. This offseason, Atlanta Hawks star Trae Young was in the headlines for not getting a long-term contract extension.

Atlanta Hawks News / Sneakers on SI / October 18

Trae Young Debuts the Air Jordan 40 'Chicago' Before Its Release Date

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Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / October 17

Three Reasons Hawks Fans Should Not Be Worried About Trae Young and The Hawks Not Agreeing To An Extension

The Atlanta Hawks wrapped up their preseason last night with a loss to the Houston Rockets, and they are five days away from their regular-season opener against the Toronto Raptors.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / October 16

Hawks, Suns are in no rush to extend these players

The Hawks will not sign star point guard Trae Young to an extension before the season begins.

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Atlanta Hawks News / Field Level Media / October 16

Report: Hawks, Trae Young won't reach extension before opener

The Atlanta Hawks retooled their roster around standout guard Trae Young this offseason, but will not come to terms on a contract extension with the four-time All-Star before the season opener, The Athletic reported on Thursday.

Atlanta Hawks News / SportsTalkATL / October 14

Trae Young provides Hawks fans with another cryptic tweet

Trae Young and cryptic social media posts go together like peanut butter and jelly. Sometimes they mean nothing, and sometimes they mean everything. His latest post, however, should have Hawks fans at least a little concerned about what it might mean for the team’s future.

Atlanta Hawks News / Last Word On Sports / October 10

Kristaps Porziņģis and Trae Young: Unlocking Atlanta’s Offense

For years, Kristaps Porziņģis and Trae Young talk has surrounded the Atlanta Hawks as fans imagine what the two could do together. Young has shouldered the Hawks offensive load for years, facing collapsing defenses the moment he crosses halfcourt.

Atlanta Hawks News / SportsTalkATL / September 26

Jeff Teague defends Trae Young, praises outlook for the Hawks

In the deadest portion of the NBA offseason, the drama has to come from somewhere. That’s what Trae Young and Patrick Beverley recently provided us in a rather ridiculous back-and-forth, where Beverley went after Young for not being a “winner.” Of course, everything the loud-mouthed Beverly said was preposterous.