Trae Young Ejected Before Wizards Debut; Ellis Impresses Cavs, Jackson Contract Terms, Nets Rookies Progress, G League Awards
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Washington guard Trae Young was tossed from Monday’s game against Houston before logging his first official minute with the Wizards. The veteran, who is set to make his team debut on Thursday, left the bench to protest a non-call after Rockets forward Tari Eason repeatedly shoved rookie wing Jamir Watkins. Officials initially assessed a technical, then upgraded the infraction to an ejection.
Head coach Brian Keefe backed the 25-year-old’s response. “I think he was just sticking up for his teammates, which I thought was great,” Keefe told reporters. “I loved how our teammates stuck with him.”
Young later posted on X, “Don’t expect me to get ejected too many more times, D.C. But I’m definitely bringing that energy and competitiveness when I’m back for my brothers!” Veteran insider Marc Stein reported that no additional league discipline is expected.
Ellis Drawing Raves in Cleveland
Guard Keon Ellis, acquired at the trade deadline that also delivered James Harden and Dennis Schröder to Cleveland, continues to make his mark on defense. The 6’3” stopper recorded five blocks and three steals in Sunday’s win in Brooklyn. “I’ve never quite seen a player like him defensively,” head coach Kenny Atkinson said. Ellis, eligible for an extension and headed for unrestricted free agency in 2026, is lauded for his length and relentless activity.
Details of Jackson’s Three-Year Pact
Quenton Jackson’s new three-year deal with Indiana will pay the minimum $601,553 for the remainder of the season. The second season carries a partial guarantee of $275,000 on a $2,584,539 salary, while year three is fully non-guaranteed. The Pacers used a portion of their mid-level exception to finalize the contract.
Nets Rookies Showing Growth Amid Skid
Brooklyn has dropped eight straight to fall to 15-45, but first-year players Nolan Traore and Danny Wolf are earning praise for recent strides. Team observers highlighted Traore’s improved decision-making and Wolf’s expanding offensive arsenal despite the club’s slide.
G League Honors for Beauchamp, McClung
Forward MarJon Beauchamp, on a two-way with Philadelphia, captured G League Player of the Week honors after averaging 32.0 points, 6.5 rebounds and 6.0 assists in two Delaware Blue Coats victories. Mac McClung, a two-way guard with Chicago, earned Player of the Month for February, posting 33.0 PPG and scoring at least 24 points in each of his seven appearances for the Windy City Bulls.
Source: Hoops Rumors
