The Hawks are viewed as having had a strong offseason, with some analysts noting their roster improvements, even as injuries have affected the team’s recent playoff runs.

Kevin Durant publicly supported Young amid the criticism, emphasizing his offensive talent and the competitive nature of the NBA.

Young responded to Beverley's social media criticism by telling him to 'relax' and urging others to let players speak for themselves, defending his leadership.

Since their 2021 Eastern Conference Finals appearance, the Hawks have struggled in the playoffs, failing to advance past the first round in three consecutive seasons, raising questions about their long-term prospects.

Beverley emphasized that individual stats like assists and scoring are less meaningful without playoff success, warning that legacy depends on winning.

Beverley's critique pointed out that he has nine playoff appearances compared to Young's three, and he argued that Young's relaxed attitude has hindered the team's postseason progress.

Despite not yet making an All-NBA team, Young remains confident that his reputation will improve, and he has expressed a desire for his game to speak for itself.

Patrick Beverley publicly criticized Atlanta Hawks star Trae Young's leadership, questioning whether some teammates want to play with him and highlighting his perceived lack of playoff success despite his individual achievements.

Beverley challenged Young’s leadership and playoff performance, citing his own extensive playoff experience and defensive reputation to counter Young’s dismissive responses.

Young is eligible for a four-year, $229 million extension through June 2026 but is not expected to negotiate this summer, with the Hawks likely to evaluate his future next year.

Young continues to be a central figure for Atlanta, and the team is preparing for the upcoming EuroLeague season, with ongoing roster changes aimed at maximizing his strengths.

This season marks a shift for Young, who is now surrounded by a roster designed to better support his style of play, moving away from his previous heliocentric role.

Young, 26, is one of the NBA's most productive point guards, averaging over 25 points and nearly 10 assists per game, but his leadership and playoff performance have come under scrutiny.