WASHINGTON, DC — The Washington Wizards locked in their point guard of the future Monday, agreeing to terms with Trae Young on a four-year contract worth approximately $212 million with a player option in the final year.
The deal, first reported by ESPN’s Shams Charania and The Athletic’s Josh Robbins, comes just days after Young declined his $49 million player option for 2026-27. It keeps the four-time All-Star in Washington as the team prepares to select AJ Dybantsa with the No. 1 overall pick in Tuesday’s NBA Draft and builds around a core that now includes Anthony Davis.
Young, acquired from the Atlanta Hawks in January 2026, played only five games with the Wizards before a quad injury sidelined him. In that brief stint he averaged roughly 18 points and 8 assists while showing immediate chemistry with the young roster. The 27-year-old remains one of the league’s most dynamic playmakers, known for his elite passing vision, deep shooting range and ability to command an offense.
The contract starts at an estimated $49.5 million in 2026-27 — the maximum allowable under the cap — with annual raises. By securing Young long-term, the Wizards signaled their intent to compete in the East sooner rather than later, pairing his offensive creativity with Davis’ interior presence and the incoming talent from this draft.
General manager Will Dawkins and the front office moved quickly to retain Young ahead of free agency, avoiding the risk of losing him to other suitors. The move stabilizes the backcourt and gives the Wizards a proven floor general as they transition from rebuilding to contention.
Young’s return adds significant star power to a franchise that has lacked it for years. With training camp still months away, the buzz in Washington is already building around what this group can become.