It seems like the Trae Young chapter in Atlanta might be nearing its end. You know how it goes in the NBA—closure in one area often signals new beginnings elsewhere.
On Monday, several reports emerged indicating that Young and the Hawks were considering a trade for the talented point guard. It’s worth noting that Young has faced his share of injuries, and interestingly, the team’s performance has been notably better when he’s sidelined (15-13) compared to when he plays (2-8).
Speculation heightened when Marc Stein mentioned that the Wizards have shown interest, willing to put together a deal centered around CJ McCollum’s $30 million expiring contract.
Even though the Wizards might be in the mix, analysts suggest that the Mavericks are leading the pack when it comes to potentially acquiring Young.
According to bet365, Dallas stands at +300 odds to land him in a trade.
Potential Next Teams for Trae Young
| Team | Odds |
|---|---|
| Mavericks | +300 |
| Hawks | +400 |
| Wizards | +400 |
| Timberwolves | +800 |
| Cavaliers | +900 |
| Bucks | 10/1 |
| Raptors | 10/1 |
| Magic | 14/1 |
| Pelicans | 20/1 |
| Grizzlies | January 25th |
| Rockets | January 30th |
| Clippers | January 30th |
| Heat | 40/1 |
| Jazz | 40/1 |
| Nets | 50/1 |
| Celtics | 50/1 |
| Spurs | 50/1 |
| Blazers | 60/1 |
| Bulls | 100/1 |
| Nuggets | 150/1 |
| Kings | 150/1 |
| Pistons | 200/1 |
| Warriors | 200/1 |
| Pacers | 200/1 |
| Knicks | 200/1 |
| 76ers | 200/1 |
| Lakers | 250/1 |
| Thunder | 250/1 |
The Mavericks have been linked to trade rumors throughout the season, with Anthony Davis often mentioned. ESPN’s Tim McMahon noted on the Hoop Collective Podcast that while Dallas is interested in trading Davis to Atlanta, they’re hesitant to pursue Young since they already have Kyrie Irving in the lead guard position. Given Young’s hefty $45 million salary, finding a deal that fits within the new CBA rules could be quite complicated.
Young’s interest in extending his contract with a new team is another element to consider. With a player option of $48.9 million and a 15 percent trade kicker for the 2026-27 season, it complicates things. Many top teams could struggle to negotiate for him without losing a key player.
It’s also interesting that the Hawks are second in the odds; both sides might be leaning toward a trade, but if it doesn’t align with the team’s or player’s goals, Young might just stick around in Atlanta until the offseason clears things up.
