The Atlanta Hawks remained indecisive about whether their franchise's future had a spot for Trae Young. That drawn-out decision-making process has put them in an unenviable position. They will be trading a four-time All-Star for pennies on the dollar. There is a lesson for the Cleveland Cavaliers to learn from their Eastern Conference contemporary.
The Wizards have emerged as a legitimate potential trade destination for Atlanta's Trae Young, @TheSteinLine has learned, in a deal construction centered around CJ McCollum's expiring contract.
More to come here: https://t.co/i9CobUR55T pic.twitter.com/k9xOa2DZas— Marc Stein (@TheSteinLine) January 5, 2026Marc Stein jumped in on Monday evening to report about the Washington Wizards emerging as a potential landing spot for Young.