Luka Doncic Shares Thoughts on Trae Young's Big Move
San Antonio, Texas, USAThu Jan 08 2026
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Luka Doncic, a star player who knows a thing or two about being traded, recently shared his thoughts on Trae Young's surprising move from the Atlanta Hawks to the Washington Wizards. After a game against the San Antonio Spurs, Doncic spoke to reporters and showed his support for Young. He said, \"I have a lot of respect for him. So if he's excited for this new journey, I'm excited for him. \"
Both Doncic and Young were key players for their teams when they were traded. Doncic was sent to the Los Angeles Lakers last February, which still has people talking. Young, on the other hand, was moved to the Wizards in exchange for CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert. It's still unclear if this trade will be good for everyone involved, but it does put an end to a long drama for the Hawks.
The Hawks didn't want to deal with more drama involving Young and his future plans. Young has a player option worth $48. 9 million for the 2026-27 season, which adds another layer to this situation. The Lakers and their new teammates will get a chance to see Young and his new team in action when they play the Wizards on January 30th.
It's interesting to see how these trades can change the landscape of the NBA. Players like Doncic and Young are not just pieces on a chessboard but real people with feelings and careers. Their moves can have big impacts on their teams and the league as a whole. It's a reminder that the NBA is not just a game but a business where big decisions are made all the time.
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