Trae Young led the Atlanta Hawks to a stunning comeback victory against the Boston Celtics in Game 5 of their first-round playoff series. The Hawks were down 13 points in the fourth quarter, but Young got hot and scored the team’s final 14 points, including a game-winning three-pointer with just 2.8 seconds left on the clock (USA Today).
This clutch performance by Young kept the Hawks’ season alive and has many fans and analysts buzzing about his potential future as a star player in the league. In fact, some teams are already eyeing him as a potential trade target (The Athletic).
Despite this speculation, the Hawks have made it clear that they have no plans to trade the young point guard. This was evident in Game 5, where Young’s heroics proved why he is such a valuable asset to the team (USA Today).
In addition to his scoring prowess, Young also dished out 13 assists in the game, highlighting his ability to make plays for his teammates. He even hinted that he had “figured out” the Celtics’ defense, which bodes well for Atlanta as they head back home for Game 6 (MassLive.com).
The NBA world was stunned by Young’s game-winning shot, which prompted a flurry of reactions on Twitter (Bleacher Report). Many praised his performance, while others criticized the Celtics for their inability to close out the series.
Young’s impressive showing in Game 5 cements his status as a rising star in the league and leaves fans eagerly anticipating what he will do next. As the Hawks fight to keep their playoff hopes alive, Young will undoubtedly continue to be a key player to watch (CBS Sports).
