Trae Young Leads Hawks into NBA Cup Semifinals with Renewed Trust from Teammates

The Atlanta Hawks, bolstered by Young's leadership and improved play, face the Milwaukee Bucks in Las Vegas on Saturday for a spot in the NBA Cup final.

Milwaukee Bucks coach Doc Rivers praised Trae Young for earning the trust of his teammates, a shift from past criticisms of his leadership and defense.
Young is averaging 21 points and a league-leading 12.2 assists per game, showcasing his ability to elevate teammates and lead Atlanta to a 14-12 record so far this season.
The Hawks have won seven of their last eight games, including victories over top teams like the Cleveland Cavaliers and Boston Celtics, signaling significant growth from last year's struggles.
Atlanta's young core, including Jalen Johnson and rookie Zaccharie Risacher, has flourished under Young's leadership, with coach Quin Snyder crediting his evolution as a player and teammate.
The Hawks face the Bucks on Saturday in the NBA Cup semifinals, with Young looking to continue proving his critics wrong on a national stage.