In a significant move as the NBA trade deadline approaches, former Georgia Tech standout Thad Young has been traded to the Brooklyn Nets. The deal also includes point guard Dennis Schroder, who is joining the Nets from the Toronto Raptors. In exchange, the Raptors receive Spencer Dinwiddie, marking a noteworthy shift for both teams as they position themselves for the playoff push.
Thad Young, who has had a notable career in the NBA since his days as a standout at Georgia Tech, was not playing a major role in Toronto. His career has been marked by consistency and reliability. Over his career, Young has played 901 games, starting 671 of them. He averages 13.4 points, 6.0 rebounds, 1.7 assists, and 1.46 steals per game. His shooting stats include a field goal percentage of 50.1%, a three-point shooting percentage of 32.9%, and a free-throw percentage of 67.3%. Additionally, he has recorded 90 double-doubles throughout his career, with a personal best of 28 in a single season during 2015-16 with the Brooklyn Nets.
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Young’s NBA journey began when he was drafted by the Philadelphia 76ers in 2007, and he has since played for several teams including the Chicago Bulls, Indiana Pacers, and more recently, the Toronto Raptors. His experience and skills make him a valuable addition to the Nets, potentially enhancing their playoff prospects. In his 51 playoff games, Young has averaged 10.2 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 1.6 assists per game.
During his college career at Georgia Tech, Young made a significant impact. In his freshman season, he started all 31 games, leading the team with an average of 14.4 points per game. He also contributed 4.9 rebounds, 2.0 assists, and 1.29 steals per game. His impressive college performance included a standout game where he scored 30 points in a double-overtime victory against Wake Forest.
As Thad Young transitions to the Brooklyn Nets, it will be interesting to see how his presence will influence the team’s dynamics and performance in the second half of the season. Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see if this move helps propel the Nets further into the playoff race.
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