Hawks’ Trae Young sidelined two weeks with knee injury

Atlanta Hawks point guard Trae Young will be sidelined for at least two more weeks due to a knee injury. Young is recovering from a sprained medial collateral ligament (MCL) in his right knee, which he sustained during a game against the Brooklyn Nets on October 29.

Injury Details and Recovery Timeline

After the injury, Young missed one month of play. The Hawks provided an update on his condition, stating that he continues to show good progress in his rehabilitation. He underwent an MRI that confirmed he avoided a more serious anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury.

The team announced that Young will undergo a reevaluation in approximately two weeks. If his recovery continues without complications, he could return to the court after missing a total of 22 games.

Impact on the Team and Season

The Hawks have managed to perform well in Young’s absence, currently holding a record of 12-8. They recently secured a 130-123 victory against the Cleveland Cavaliers, improving their performance to 10-5 since Young was sidelined.

Season Award Eligibility Concerns

• Trae Young, a four-time All-Star and the reigning NBA assist champion, faces eligibility issues for season-ending awards.
• NBA rules require players to appear in at least 65 games to qualify for All-NBA consideration.
• If he misses seven additional games as anticipated, he may not meet the game threshold for the award.

While the Hawks continue to navigate this period without their star player, the focus remains on Young’s recovery and the team’s performance in the weeks ahead. An update regarding his condition will be expected following the reevaluation.