Brian Windhorst drops shocking knowledge that could derail Atlanta's new era

Windhorst claims the Hawks will not give Trae a max. How will this affect team chemistry in a pivotal year?

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young reacts after a foul call against the New Orleans Pelicans | Brett Davis-Imagn ImagesWith all the buzz around the Atlanta Hawks' new-look roster, the only thing that can stop them is themselves. This self-implosion just became much more realistic after Brian Windhorst claimed that "they aren't going to give him a max extension."

The truth is that a max deal for Young would be an overpay. Young is an incredible player, but time and time again, teams have derailed their championship odds by overpaying their star players. The Hawks find themselves in a…