Trae Young Returns to Hawks, Aims for Play-In Tournament Impact
After a 23-game absence due to a finger surgery, Trae Young is back on the court with restricted minutes as the Hawks push for a better play-in position.
- Trae Young, sidelined since February with a finger injury, returns to play in the Hawks' final home game against the Hornets.
- The All-Star guard will be on a minutes restriction as he recovers, aiming to regain his form for the play-in tournament.
- Hawks, currently 10th in the East, are vying for the No. 9 spot to secure home-court advantage in the first play-in game.
- Several key players including Dejounte Murray and De’Andre Hunter are out, adding pressure on Young's return.
- Trade rumors and a crucial play-in race backdrop Young's comeback, heightening the stakes for the Hawks.
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