Trae Young expresses confidence in Wizards future despite injury-plagued season
Trae Young declared himself "the most slept on" he's ever been and predicted the Wizards could become the No. 1 team in the Eastern Conference next season, despite the team's 17-65 record this year. Young appeared in only five games for Washington after a midseason trade from Atlanta due to injuries. The 27-year-old four-time All-Star's optimism has drawn support from NBA players like Jaylen Brown, though Young must decide on his $49 million player option by June 23.
Trae Young expressed bold confidence about his future and the Washington Wizards' prospects during an appearance on "The Pivot Podcast," stating he is "the most slept on" he has ever been in his career. Young acknowledged the team's struggles, including this season's 17-65 record—the worst in the NBA—but predicted they could reach the top of the Eastern Conference next year. The point guard appeared in only five games for the Wizards after being traded from Atlanta midseason due to various injuries. At 27 years old, Young is a four-time All-Star who has averaged 25.1 points and 9.8 assists over his career. His comments have resonated with other NBA players, including Celtics forward Jaylen Brown, who tweeted support for Young's vision. Young must decide whether to exercise his $49 million player option by June 23, the first day of the 2026 NBA Draft.
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The article does not provide details about the specific injuries that limited Young to five games, nor does it include perspective from Wizards management or coaching staff on their plans for the upcoming season.
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Trae Young says he’s ‘the most slept on’ he’s ever been in bold Wizards boast
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