Trae Young Cleared to Play Against Raptors Despite Achilles Issue

Trae Young is expected to play in the upcoming game against the Toronto Raptors despite dealing with right Achilles tendinitis, which has listed him as probable. He recently had an impressive performance, scoring a team-high 27 points in a loss to the Knicks, and continues to average 23.3 points and a career-high 11.7 assists per game this season. While Young has faced some injury concerns, he has been cleared to play and should fulfill his usual role for the Hawks. Additionally, fellow player Jalen Johnson is also listed as probable, while Kobe Bufkin and Clint Capela are out due to injuries. The Hawks will be looking to capitalize on Young's contributions as they navigate a challenging stretch of games. Overall, the team’s injury report indicates a mix of readiness and setbacks ahead of their match against Toronto.