The Atlanta Hawks will be taking on the Toronto Raptors tonight at State Farm Arena. But a significant question looms over the matchup: Is Trae Young playing? Young was cleared for Wednesday night’s game against the Detroit Pistons despite concerns about an Achilles injury. And fans are curious about his current status.
However, Young is currently listed as probable with an Achilles injury. This comes at a time when the Hawks are looking to bounce back from a disappointing loss to the Detroit Pistons. Young only concluded his play with 13 points and nine assists. He logged over 40 minutes on the court, four minutes more than expected. Unfortunately, despite his efforts, the Hawks fell to the Pistons 114-104.
Injury Report for tonight’s game vs. Detroit:
— Hawks Lead (@HawksLead) January 22, 2025
Trae Young (right Achilles tendinitis): Probable
Jalen Johnson (right shoulder inflammation): Questionable
Kobe Bufkin (right shoulder surgery): Out
Larry Nance Jr. (right hand surgery): Out
Zaccharie Risacher (left adductor…
Young tried making the most out of his playmaking skills but struggled with his shooting. He hit just 38.5% overall and went 1-for-4 from beyond the arc. He also contributed two rebounds, earning 27.9 fantasy points. This loss brought the Hawks’ record to 20-19 in games played with Young this season, highlighting his importance as a facilitator despite the team’s struggles.
Luckily, if Young plays against the Raptors, his presence on the court will be crucial to the Hawks’ offensive strategy. Averaging 23.3 points and 11.7 assists per game this season, his ability to create plays and score makes him an invaluable player for Atlanta. The team is already grappling with several injuries, and his potential absence could significantly impact their chances against a struggling Raptors team.
Trae Young Stands For UConn Coach Dan Hurley
Hawks star Trae Young recently took to social media to express his respect for UConn coach Dan Hurley following a fiery moment that went viral during a game against Butler. Hurley’s passionate outburst, where he emphatically demanded that officials pay attention, resonated with many fans, including Young.
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Known for his own emotional play on the court, Young shared a clip of Hurley in action and showed his support. “This dude is insane. Hate it or Love it… gotta respect it,” Young wrote on X(formerly Twitter).
Honestly, I get why people don't love Dan Hurley. But the guy is just the best version of a basketball crazy person. I love the entire experience. He gets who he is, he's unapologetic about it. Just an incredibly fun dude to have around the game of basketball. pic.twitter.com/o91aU4OQna
— Sam Vecenie (@Sam_Vecenie) January 22, 2025
Earlier, Hurley’s unfiltered emotions ran high during the game. Rather than apologize for his antics, Hurley candidly stated that he would prefer if cameras didn’t capture every moment of him on the sidelines.
Young’s respect for coaches extends to his own head coach, Quin Snyder, who is known for his animated sideline demeanor. The Hawks are hitting their stride under Snyder’s leadership, which has been evident in Young’s impressive performance this season.
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