The Atlanta Hawks have agreed to a four-year, $120 million contract extension with All-Star guard Trae Young, according to an Associated Press source. The deal was first reported by ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski.
The 22-year-old Young is coming off a breakout season in which he averaged 29.6 points and 9.3 assists per game, earning his first All-Star selection and leading the Hawks to the playoffs for the first time since 2017. Young was also named to the All-NBA Third Team and finished fourth in MVP voting.
Young’s new contract will keep him in Atlanta through the 2024-25 season and makes him one of the highest-paid players in the NBA. The deal also includes a player option for the 2025-26 season.
The Hawks have been building around Young since drafting him with the fifth overall pick in 2018. They have added veterans such as Danilo Gallinari, Bogdan Bogdanovic, and Rajon Rondo to help support Young and the team’s young core of John Collins, Cam Reddish, and De’Andre Hunter.
The Hawks have made it clear that they are committed to building around Young and this contract extension is a sign of that commitment. With this deal, Young will be able to continue to lead the Hawks as they look to build on their recent success and take the next step towards becoming a championship contender.
Young has quickly established himself as one of the best players in the NBA and this contract extension is a testament to his hard work and dedication. The Hawks are hoping that this new deal will help them keep their young star in Atlanta for years to come and help them continue to build a winning culture.
