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Hawks' Trae Young Receives Bad News on Possible Contract Extension

Hawks' Trae Young Receives Bad News on Possible Contract Extension

Summary

Atlanta Hawks' player Trae Young has not reached a new contract extension deal with the team before the start of the 2025-26 NBA season. Young can still sign an extension until June 30, 2026. He is currently in the fourth year of a five-year contract with a player option for 2026-27.

Key Facts

  • Trae Young has not agreed to a new contract extension with the Atlanta Hawks.
  • The extension can still be signed until June 30, 2026.
  • Trae Young is a four-time NBA All-Star and a point guard for the Hawks.
  • He is in the fourth season of a five-year $215 million contract extension.
  • Young has an option to leave the team after the 2026-27 season as an unrestricted free agent.
  • Atlanta Hawks made offseason moves by trading for Kristaps Porzingis and signing Nickeil Alexander-Walker and Luke Kennard.
  • The Hawks want to improve after a 40-42 record last season.
  • Young expressed that he is happy with the current team despite the lack of a deal.

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