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It was always going to cost the Washington Wizards some money to keep Trae Young, but how much exactly will the guard command for his extension?
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Peter Dewey|
Donnie Druin|
Although Trae Young has a player option on his contract, he hinted at signing an extension with the Washington Wizards.
Bryson Akins|
The newest Washington Wizard clarified that people around the league are catching wind of what the team is building, as he's taken careful note of the team's development program and upward trajectory.
Henry Brown|
Brian Keefe is in for a big test after the Washington Wizards swung their biggest trade since appointing him as the head coach.
Henry Brown|
A loss is still a loss, but the Washington Wizards losing to the New Orleans Pelicans is actually a win.
Bryson Akins|
Young desired a trade to the Wizards, who have missed the playoffs in six of the last seven seasons.
Tim Capurso|
NBA commissioner Adam Silver and NCAA president Charlie Baker met this week to discuss overlapping issues within pro and college basketball.
Chris Mannix|
Trae Young's delayed Washington Wizards debut is a peak at how he will be handled down the stretch of the year
Owen Jury|
The Atlanta Hawks and Washington Wizards completed a major trade that will send a former top-five pick to the nation's capitol.
Randall Sweet|
Looks like Trae Young has some big shoes to fill with him wearing this historic jersey number with the Washington Wizards.

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While Atlanta will likely make more moves, Washington gets a real star in the short term but must balance relevance with protecting its rebuild.

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