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    Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (11) sits on the bench prior to the game against the Milwaukee Bucks during game three of the Eastern Conference Finals for the 2021 NBA Playoffs at State Farm Arena.

    Trae Young Responds to Player of the Week Award

    The Atlanta Hawks point had strong words after receiving league honors.
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    It's no secret that the Atlanta Hawks fanbase feels slighted by the national media. Especially when it comes to the recognition which Trae Young deserves. His omission from the 2021 NBA All-Star Game (held in Atlanta) and All-NBA teams was pitiful. But it seems like the league is righting that wrong. Check out the news that broke yesterday:

    Did it just get chilly in here? 'Ice Trae' has been playing out of his mind this season, despite rules changes that were expected to hurt his game. Young didn't waste time hopping on Twitter. Here is what he said:

    You love to see it. Young is accomplishing big things on and off the court. He's the vanguard of a new generation and the future face of the NBA. In the words of our fearless leader, another day, another opportunity. 

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