Trae Young begins a fresh start in Washington

Trae Young was introduced by the Washington Wizards after his trade from Atlanta and did not play Friday because of knee and quadriceps issues.

Trae Young was introduced to Washington fans during the first quarter of Friday night's game after his trade from Atlanta became official earlier in the day. He did not take the court because of knee and quadriceps issues and has not played since Dec. 27. Young said he sees Washington as a big market and expects an opportunity to be himself with the Wizards. The team has a young core, and the front office said the move fits its long-term plan. Key facts: - The trade sending Young from the Atlanta Hawks to the Washington Wizards was completed Friday. - He was introduced to the home crowd with a video during the first quarter of Washington's game against New Orleans. - Young missed the game with knee and quadriceps issues and has not appeared in a game since Dec. 27. - Washington sent guard CJ McCollum and forward Corey Kispert to Atlanta in the deal, and the Wizards did not give up draft choices in the trade. - Wizards general manager Will Dawkins said Trae Young fits the club's long-term plan while the organization continues developing its younger players. Summary: Trae Young's arrival adds a veteran All-Star playmaker to a young Wizards roster and aligns with the organization's stated long-term plan. When he will return to play is undetermined at this time.