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Atlanta Hawks point guard Trae Young has been a polarizing figure since his college days at the University of Oklahoma. They wondered how his shot-heavy game would translate at his size. Written off as a knock-off Steph Curry, Young has quickly changed the perception of him into one that is all his.
After taking heed to the pleas of teammates and adhering to the teachings of his head coach, combined with his own tremendous work ethic, Young won his first two playoffs series, set multiple records, and ended the seasons of two teams with rabid fanbases.