Trae Young Finally Debuts For Wizards Vs Jazz

Trae Young will make his Wizards debut Thursday at home vs Utah, per Shams Charania, a move Young confirmed on social media and coach Brian Keefe backed by saying he "would play 17 to 20 minutes." Washington acquired Young from Atlanta for CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert. He has played just 10 games this season and has not played since Dec. 27 due to MCL and quad injuries, and his 19.3 points and 8.9 assists mark his weakest statistical year since his rookie season. Merlin sees a cautious audition, not a full rewrite of the season. Washington sits 13th in the East at 16 and 43 and is guarding its draft pick, so expect limited minutes and a careful reintroduction. Josh Robbins said he would be "surprised" if Young logs heavy time. Fans will get a glimpse, but true chemistry with Anthony Davis must wait.