Trae Young declines $48.9M option — free agency move likely leads back to Wizards

[ASFN Admin]

Washington Wizards star Trae Young has declined his $48.97 million player option for the upcoming 2026-27 NBA season, electing to test free agency for the first time in his career.

According to ESPN’s Brian Windhorst, Young’s decision to opt out did not come as a surprise to league insiders. Many expect him to ultimately re-sign with the Wizards on a lucrative three-year deal.

"He's going to re-sign with the Wizards, likely on a three-year, very large contract."@Windhorstespn gives an update on what could be next for Trae Young pic.twitter.com/rQBcWPgczD

— Get Up (@GetUpESPN) June 18, 2026

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