The Washington Wizards are struggling because Trae Young can't buy a bucket.
Tyler Watts argues that Trae Young's shooting slump is severely hampering the Washington Wizards amid a four-game losing streak. Young is averaging 18.5 points and 8.7 assists per game while shooting just 39.3 percent from the field and 28.8 percent from three-point range. The Wizards hold a negative-6.0 net rating with Young on the court and perform 4.4 points per 100 possessions better without him.
Watts contends that Young's five-year, $212.8 million extension risks becoming a mistake unless he shifts focus toward playmaking. The article recommends Young adjust to an off-ball role to support teammates Anthony Davis and AJ Dybantsa, rather than prioritizing his own inefficient scoring.
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