Trae Young

Basketball player for the Atlanta Hawks

Trae Young - Athletes & Sports Figures born September 19th, 1998
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A professional basketball player, recognized for skills as a point guard, played for the Atlanta Hawks in the NBA. Demonstrated exceptional scoring and playmaking abilities throughout the career, becoming a key player for the team since being drafted in 2018. Achieved significant recognition by being selected for multiple NBA All-Star Games. In 2021, led the Hawks to the Eastern Conference Finals, marking a notable playoff run.

Selected as the 5th overall pick in the 2018 NBA Draft

Earned NBA All-Star selections in multiple years

Led the Atlanta Hawks to the 2021 Eastern Conference Finals

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