Trae Young opts out of $48.97 million contract with Wizards

Jun 18, 2026, 5:37 PM20

(Update: Jun 19, 2026, 12:14 AM)

Trae Young

American basketball player

Washington Wizards

National Basketball Association team in Washington, D.C.

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Trae Young opts out of $48.97 million contract with Wizards

Trae Young opted out of his $48.97 million player option with the Washington Wizards, becoming a free agent.
He is expected to re-sign with the Wizards on a lucrative three-year deal, as the team views him as a franchise centerpiece.
Young's decision comes after a season marred by injuries, and he averaged only 15.2 points in five games with the Wizards.

Trae Young

American basketball player

Washington Wizards

National Basketball Association team in Washington, D.C.

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