Not only is Trae Young set to switch franchises, but he’s also set to switch numbers.
Young wore No. 11 throughout his time in Atlanta, but he won’t be able to rock that same number in D.C. because the organization has the number retired for Washington Bullets legend Elvin Hayes. So, Young has to pivot.
Trae Young will wear No. 3 with Wizards
With the Wizards, Young will wear No. 3, which he officially revealed via social media.
It’s official #TRA3 @WashWizards pic.twitter.com/Aikewfkwjc
— Trae Young (@TheTraeYoung) January 9, 2026
This story will be updated.
