Atlanta Hawks star Trae Young has given some hints regarding his future with the team during his end-of-season press conference (Atlanta Hawks). Despite a disappointing first-round exit at the hands of the Boston Celtics, Young feels positive about the direction of the team, stating that “I think the sky’s the limit for us” (Atlanta Hawks). This bodes well for the Hawks, who will be looking to build around their young star going forward.
Young’s confidence in the team’s future is not unfounded, as the Hawks showed promise throughout the season despite facing a number of challenges. The team had to make several adjustments on the fly and deal with injuries to key players, but they still managed to finish with a 41-31 record (Sporting News).
One factor that could play a big role in Young’s decision to stay with the Hawks is his confidence in head coach Quin Snyder (The Athletic). Young spoke highly of Snyder during his press conference, stating that Snyder has “taught me so much about the game and how to be a better leader on and off the court” (The Athletic). This relationship could be crucial in keeping Young in Atlanta for the long term.
Despite the positive signs, there is inevitably some speculation regarding Young’s future with the team. The Hawks will have to make a decision on whether to offer him a max contract extension (RotoBaller), and there is always the chance that other teams could try to lure him away in free agency (Sporting News). However, for now, Young seems focused on leading the Hawks to greater success in the future.
