Trae Young is about to miss another game for the Atlanta Hawks. He was questionable against the New Orleans Pelicans for Wednesday’s matchup. However, the team later announced that their superstar won’t suit up due to a right quad contusion. But for some voices in the NBA, Young’s injury suddenly doesn’t feel authentic.

On the Hoop Collective podcast, ESPN insider Brian Windhorst discussed the 27-year-old’s injury situation with Tim Bontemps. “This thigh contusion he got, how legitimate and severe that injury is if we are gonna see Trae Young play for a while until this gets resolved one way or another,” Windy said.

Meanwhile, Bontemps chipped in, stating, “I can tell you when they were here at Madison Square Garden on Friday, I watched Trae Young work out before the game, he looked like he was moving around pretty good.” Bontemps does not believe the injury was serious enough to keep Trae Young sidelined for a long period.

Instead, he saw it as a practical situation where all sides are trying to reach a clear and smooth resolution. The focus is seemingly less on the injury itself and more on handling the situation properly. Further minimizing complications and ensuring a fair outcome for everyone involved.

In 10 games, Trae Young has averaged 19.3 ppg, 1.5 rebs, 8.9 asts, with a 41.5 FG%. Meanwhile, heading into the current season, the point guard’s future with the franchise had been a topic of discussion. The Hawks didn’t offer him a contract extension, thus raising questions about his tenure amidst contract disparity.

Recently, it was reported that Young and his agent had been in conversation with the Hawks’ front office, discussing trade options. Well, guess what? Teams have already started showing interest in having the 27-year-old on their roster. And apparently, the Minnesota Timberwolves are one such team monitoring the matter.

Timberwolves have their hawk’s eye fixed on Trae Young

Several teams, including the Milwaukee Bucks, Washington Wizards, and the LA Clippers, have emerged as potential landing spots for Trae Young. Meanwhile, NBA insider Jake Fischer said that the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Brooklyn Nets have added to the list of potential attractive destinations.

The search for a point guard in Minnesota is more complicated than some media outlets make it out to be. The Wolves are showing some level of interest in Trae Young. The difficulties in bringing in a point guard who handles the ball frequently stem from cap issues, roster management, and how the team’s players are rotated.

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Trae Young earns $46 million this season with a $49 million player option for 2026–27. Meanwhile, the Timberwolves sit above the NBA’s first luxury tax apron at roughly $195.9 million. They are closing in on the stricter second apron at about $207.8 million. Consequently, Minnesota faces tough roster rules, limited trades, and hefty penalties. Further, making a move for Young is extremely tricky without shedding major salary.

This whole Trae Young story just keeps taking new turns. Rumors are circulating, causing a surge in interest. Despite this, the Hawks are treating his future like a complex chess game, with Minnesota keeping a close eye on the situation. At the same time, some people are privately doubting the injury’s validity. This drama combines strategic thinking, impressive visuals, and a touch of mystery, keeping viewers on the edge of their seats with each choice.