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Hawks Defer Max-Extension Talks With Trae Young Until New Additions Prove Themselves

Insiders caution that Atlanta should delay a four-year, $222 million extension until its offseason signings demonstrate on-court impact.

Trae Young #11 of the Atlanta Hawks silences the crowd during the fourth quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on November 27, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio.
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Overview

  • Trae Young is eligible for a four-year, $222 million extension but no formal negotiations have begun.
  • The Hawks have upgraded around Young by adding Kristaps Porzingis, Nickeil Alexander-Walker and Luke Kennard this offseason.
  • NBA insider Bobby Marks cautioned against handing Young a max contract before assessing the new supporting cast’s performance.
  • Shams Charania and Marc J. Spears report that Young is locked in on Atlanta’s revamped roster but extension talks remain dormant.
  • Young underscored his commitment to the team by skipping Jordan Brand’s anniversary event to support the Hawks’ Summer League squad.