Trae Young Available for Hawks' Matchup Against Portland

Atlanta Hawks point guard Trae Young is set to play against the Portland Trail Blazers after being upgraded from probable, despite dealing with right Achilles tendinitis. His performance has been strong lately, with a 41.3% shooting rate from three-point range over the last nine games. This matchup is crucial for the Hawks, who are looking to improve their playoff positioning, currently sitting at 36-38 but still in contention for a top six seed in the Eastern Conference. The Hawks are already missing several key players, making Young's presence even more critical as they aim to avoid a play-in tournament spot. The Trail Blazers, on their side, also have injury concerns but will rely on their offensive rebounding to challenge Atlanta. The game will be pivotal for both teams in their respective playoff aspirations.