Trae Young is set to make his anticipated return to the court against the Charlotte Hornets on Thursday night. This comes after he missed the previous 22 games due to an MCL sprain suffered against the Brooklyn Nets.
Young’s Injury and Recovery
Young last played on October 29, where the Atlanta Hawks secured a 117-112 victory over the Nets. During that game, he sustained his injury when teammate Mouhamed Gueye accidentally collided with him, leading to immediate pain and a knee sprain.
Hawks’ Performance Without Young
In Young’s absence, the Hawks managed to perform admirably, finishing with a record of 13 wins and 9 losses. This resilience has kept the team competitive during his time away.
Trae Young’s Stats and Impact
Before the injury, Young was averaging 27.8 minutes on the floor along with 17.8 points and 7.8 assists per game in the early part of the 2025-26 season. Last season, he led the NBA in assists, averaging an impressive 11.6 assists per game.
Return to Action
Young has been upgraded to probable for the game against the Hornets after participating fully in practice on Wednesday. On Tuesday, he also scrimmaged with the College Park Skyhawks, Atlanta’s G League affiliate, marking significant progress in his recovery.
Upcoming Matchup
- Opponent: Charlotte Hornets
- Date: Thursday night
- Hawks’ Record without Young: 13-9
- Last Game Played: October 29 vs. Brooklyn Nets
The return of Trae Young is crucial for the Hawks as they aim to maintain momentum in the ongoing season.
