The Hawks are coming off a couple of big games in the NBA Cup playoffs. Trae Young led the charge in their win over the Knicks, but things didn’t go their way against the Bucks. A lot of fans thought they might pull off an upset and keep the run going, but now, the Hawks are getting ready for a game against the San Antonio Spurs on Thursday. With a 14-13 record, they’re sitting in 7th place in the Eastern Conference. They’ll have a few extra days of rest, so let’s see if they can turn things around.
Ice Trae is absolutely balling this season, and it’s hard not to notice. The 26-year-old is dropping 21.5 points per game, ranking 33rd in the league, while also leading the NBA with 12.1 assists. He knocked down 60% of his three-pointers against the Bucks, keeping the Hawks in the fight until the very end. At this rate, Young’s performance is undeniable, and he’s definitely one of the most exciting players to watch right now.
But whether or not he’ll play against the Spurs is uncertain. Young’s been dealing with right Achilles tendinitis for a while now, but the good news is he’s listed as probable for Thursday’s game against the Spurs. That “probable” tag is a promising sign that he’ll be good to go and can keep up his usual heavy workload. It’s clear that Young’s not letting this injury keep him from shining on the court. I mean, when it’s game time, you know he’s gonna show up.
This is a developing story…