4 reasons Trae Young could be on thin ice in 2023-24

Trae Young and the Atlanta Hawks seemed poised to build a dynasty together after their appearance in the 2021 Eastern Conference Finals. However, they haven't won a playoff series since then, and Young doesn't appear to be the most well-liked superstar in the league.

Apr 27, 2023; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (11) in action against the / Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

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Trae Young and the Atlanta Hawks have not been successful recently

As previously mentioned, the Atlanta Hawks have failed to win a playoff series for two consecutive seasons. They were eliminated in the first round of the 2022 NBA Playoffs by the Miami Heat and suffered a first-round defeat to the Boston Celtics in last season's playoffs.

Apart from an impressive Game 5 victory in Boston, they haven't appeared competitive in these series. It's evident that they lag far behind the Eastern Conference's top teams and lack a clear path to significant improvements in the near future.

The team invested heavily in acquiring Dejounte Murray, sacrificing multiple future draft picks, and has already committed approximately $141 million in contracts for the 2024-25 NBA season. They've placed a bet on this core group, and if Young fails to elevate their performance this season, it might be time for the team to consider a rebuild.

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