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Sources: Trae Young to sign 4-year, $212M deal with Wizards
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Key Points:
- Trae Young plans to sign a four-year, approximately $212 million contract with the Washington Wizards, including a player option in the fourth year, affirming his commitment to the team ahead of free agency.
- Young, a four-time NBA All-Star, declined his $49 million player option to secure a long-term deal that matches the maximum he could have received elsewhere but is slightly less than Washington’s max offer.
- The Wizards acquired Young in January after he requested a trade only to Washington, aiming to lead their young core and pair with Anthony Davis to build a competitive playoff team.
- Despite an injury-shortened season with the Atlanta Hawks, Young averaged 17.9 points and 8.0 assists over 15 combined games for both teams, demonstrating his value as a playmaker.
- Wizards GM Will Dawkins emphasized Young’s impact and motivation alongside Davis, highlighting their potential to elevate the franchise and compete strongly next season.
