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Wizards Trade for Trae Young, Boosting Playmaking Power

1/11/2026

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The Washington Wizards have acquired Trae Young from the Atlanta Hawks in exchange for CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert.
Will Dawkins, the Wizards' general manager, highlighted Young's competitive spirit and playmaking.
He has averaged 25.2 points and 9.8 assists per game in his career and is sidelined with injuries.

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Story summary

The Washington Wizards have acquired Trae Young from the Atlanta Hawks in exchange for CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert.
Will Dawkins, the Wizards' general manager, highlighted Young's competitive spirit and playmaking.
He has averaged 25.2 points and 9.8 assists per game in his career and is sidelined with injuries.