Hawks Trae Young Out At Least Four Weeks With Sprained MCL

Trae Young, the star guard for the Atlanta Hawks, has suffered a sprained MCL in his right knee and is expected to miss at least four weeks, with a reevaluation scheduled after that period. The injury occurred during a game against the Brooklyn Nets when a teammate accidentally fell into Young's leg, but MRI scans confirmed no major structural damage, allowing some relief for the Hawks organization. Through five games this season, Young has been averaging 17.8 points and 7.8 assists, and his absence will require other players like Dejounte Murray, Bogdan Bogdanović, and Jalen Johnson to step up and carry the offensive load. Despite the injury setback, Young remains optimistic and focused, emphasizing control over his present circumstances and the team's collective success. This season is especially significant for Young as he aims to secure a four-year, $229 million extension, although he currently holds a $49 million player option for the next year. The Hawks are hopeful to manage without him for the near term while developing their roster and maintaining a winning mindset.