UPDATE: Atlanta Hawks star Trae Young has been ruled out for the remainder of the game against the Brooklyn Nets due to a right knee sprain sustained late in the first quarter. The incident occurred on October 25, 2023, when teammate Mouhamed Gueye fell into Young’s leg after being pushed by Nets forward Noah Clowney.
Young, who entered the game averaging an impressive 20.8 points and 9.5 assists per game this season, was on the court under the basket when the collision happened. He initially stayed in the game but checked out shortly after, visibly in pain. Young jogged to the bench but was soon escorted to the locker room for further evaluation.
Hawks officials confirmed shortly thereafter that Young would not return for the night, leaving fans and teammates in shock. The Hawks, who have high aspirations this season following key offseason acquisitions, now face a daunting challenge with Young sidelined. They currently sit at a disappointing 1-3 record, following their recent loss to Chicago on Monday night.
As a four-time All-Star, Young’s absence could significantly impact the Hawks’ performance moving forward. He was the league leader in assists per game last season, with a career-high of 11.6. The Hawks’ next steps will be crucial as they try to regroup from this setback and find ways to compete without their star player.
Fans are now anxiously awaiting updates on Young’s condition and the potential timeline for his return. The Hawks will need to rally together and step up in his absence to turn their season around. The situation remains developing, and more information is expected shortly.
