Atlanta Hawks All-Star Trae Young is entering 2025-26 with high expectations , as he told ClutchPoints in an exclusive interview ahead of training camp. Young isn't stressing about future contract negotiations . He's too focused on leading the Hawks back to the Eastern Conference Finals or further.

Perhaps it's the biggest reason why heading into his eighth season feels like a fresh start Young said, per NBA's X, formerly Twitter, at Hawks' media day.

“What year is this for me? Year 8. Feels like year 1. I’m fresh right now, feeling fresh,” Young said. “I want to play as many as God will let me. 20 plus [years].” Expand Tweet

The four-time All-Star has high hopes for this year's Hawks team.

Trae Young entering 2025-26 with title aspirations for the Hawks

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