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Wizards Notes: Young, Dawkins, Davis, Outlook

Management changes in Atlanta caused Trae Young to want to move on after spending more than seven years with the organization, relays Josh Robbins of The Athletic. Appearing this week on Michael Porter Jr.’s podcast (YouTube link), Young said he…

Published: Wednesday, 23 September 2026 at 11:14 PM
Wizards Notes: Young, Dawkins, Davis, Outlook
Key Things to Know
  • Trae Young decided to leave the Hawks due to front office changes led by Onsi Saleh.
  • Young cited a desire to exit on good terms before further organizational changes occurred.
  • The Washington Wizards signed Young to a four-year, $212 million contract extension over the summer.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Trae Young revealed that front office changes in Atlanta led to his decision to leave the Hawks after over seven years. Speaking on Michael Porter Jr.'s podcast, Young explained that he felt less support after Onsi Saleh became president of basketball operations, prompting him to seek a departure.

Young landed with the Washington Wizards, where former Hawks executive Travis Schlenk serves as senior vice president of player personnel. After being traded to Washington in January and playing five games, Young signed a four-year, $212 million contract with the franchise over the summer.

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