Trae Young Posts 38 Points, Hawks Win 4th Straight
Atlanta Hawks star Trae Young had a monster game on Tuesday night, leading his team to a 122-112 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies.
Young finished the game with 38 points, 9 assists, and 5 rebounds, shooting 14-of-25 from the field and 6-of-12 from three-point range. He was a force on both ends of the court, making big plays all night long.
Young's performance was especially impressive considering that he was playing on a minutes restriction due to a recent ankle injury. However, he showed no signs of rust, as he was able to create his own shot and set up his teammates with ease.
The Hawks have now won four straight games and are currently in fifth place in the Eastern Conference. Young has been a big part of their success this season, as he is averaging 27.8 points and 9.2 assists per game.
Here are some of the highlights from Young's performance on Tuesday night:
- He hit a step-back three-pointer to give the Hawks an early lead.
- He made a beautiful pass to John Collins for a dunk in transition.
- He hit a clutch three-pointer in the fourth quarter to give the Hawks the lead for good.
Young is one of the most exciting young players in the NBA, and he is quickly becoming one of the best point guards in the league. He is a true leader for the Hawks, and he is a big reason why they are one of the most surprising teams in the league this season.