Young to Hit Market, Wizards Face Crossroads
Declining a $49M option puts the guard on the open market as Washington decides its future.
Trae Young is walking away from guaranteed money to bet on himself, a move that places the Washington Wizards at a critical franchise crossroads. 97 million player option for the 2026-27 season, effectively becoming an unrestricted free agent, according to reports from ESPN. This decision strips the Wizards of their current cost certainty on a cornerstone player and forces the front office to navigate a high-stakes negotiation period that will define the team's competitive window for years to come.
