Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young will not participate in the upcoming game against the Brooklyn Nets due to a knee injury. The decision comes after an incident during the first quarter of the game when teammate Mouhamed Gueye accidentally collided with Young.
Incident Overview
While standing near the basket, Young was struck when Gueye, pushed by Nets forward Noah Clowney, fell into his leg. This unexpected contact caused Young to lose his balance and hit the floor.
Injury Details
- Player: Trae Young
- Injury: Right knee sprain
- Time of Injury: Late first quarter
Young experienced pain but managed to stand and jog to the bench during a timeout. However, after just one possession in the game, he opted to exit and headed to the locker room.
Current Season Performance
Before the injury, Young was averaging 20.8 points and 9.5 assists per game. Last season, he had a remarkable campaign, leading the NBA with an average of 11.6 assists per game—a personal best in his career.
Team Outlook
The Hawks entered the season with high expectations after significant offseason changes, including trading for Kristaps Porzingis and signing Nickeil Alexander-Walker and Luke Kennard. However, the team is struggling early in the season, holding a record of 1-3 following a loss against the Chicago Bulls.
Young, a four-time All-Star, celebrated his 27th birthday last month. His absence will be crucial as the Hawks seek to turn around their early-season fortunes.
