Trae Young
January 2026
Young was introduced to Wizards fans during a loss but did not play due to knee and quadriceps issues, with his return date unclear. Washington acquired him without giving up draft picks, sending CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert to Atlanta. The Wizards say the long-term rebuild continues, with Young expected to help organize and elevate their young core once healthy.
Trae Young
January 2026
Reports say Trae Young is heading to Washington in a major trade, with CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert moving to Atlanta as both teams reshuffle early in 2026. Young and the Wizards’ incoming players were held out as reports emerged. Atlanta officials avoided details postgame. The move follows heavy trade chatter, with Young’s contract situation and Atlanta’s record without him adding context.
CJ McCollum, Kelly Olynyk (New Orleans Pelicans) Jordan Poole, Saddiq Bey (Washington Wizards)
June 2025
The Pelicans are sending McCollum, Olynyk and a future second-round pick to the Wizards for Poole, Bey, and the No. 40 pick in the NBA Draft.
Washington gains veteran leadership and clears cap space for 2026. New Orleans adds youth and flexibility while holding the No. 7 and No. 23 picks. Poole averaged 20.5 PPG last season.
CJ McCollum, Zion Williamson (New Orleans Pelicans)
April 2025
The Pelicans confirmed McCollum and Williamson will miss the remainder of the 2024-25 season due to injury setbacks sustained in March.
McCollum is sidelined with a right foot bone contusion, while Williamson is recovering from a low back bone contusion; both will undergo rest and treatment as part of their rehab plans.