Overview

• On a new podcast episode, Beverley doubled down by alleging people are "scared to play in Atlanta" and claiming coaches and executives lose jobs around Young.
• Young responded with an 11:56 YouTube video questioning Beverley’s winning impact despite elite teammates and asserting he has "not a selfish bone" in his body.
• Beverley has repeatedly cited his nine playoff trips versus Young’s three and referenced unnamed ex-Hawks who question Young’s leadership, a claim not independently verified.
• The Hawks’ official X account posted a montage of Young scoring on Beverley, signaling organizational support for their All-Star guard.
• Kevin Durant called Beverley "delusional" on X as the back-and-forth unfolds during Young’s unresolved contract situation, with reports he was disappointed not to receive an extension and could test free agency next summer.