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USA Today via Reuters

USA Today via Reuters

One of the most interesting parts of the NBA season is on. Fans and players await the NBA playoffs each year as the teams try to get closer and closer to the NBA title. One of the biggest matchups during the 1st round of the playoffs is the battle between the Atlanta Hawks led by Trae Young and the Miami Heat.

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Although the Heat holds the upper hand in the match between the two, a major update regarding a Hawks star gives the Atlanta fanbase newfound hope.

An Atlanta forward out with injury since March 11 is looking to make his comeback against the Heat and the tides of the tie have turned.

Major news regarding Trae Young and the Hawks

There is no denying the NBA playoffs host some of the best matchups during the entire season. This year is no different. In the first round of the playoffs, the Atlanta Hawks take on the Miami Heat in one of the biggest games during the playoffs.

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Although the Heat have an edge considering the form they are in, a major update regarding John Collins has given the Hawks a boost.

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The forward was out with a finger injury since March 11 and is looking to make his comeback. Although his selection was questionable until yesterday, the forward is starting in the match against the Heat unless he has some issues during warmup.

Following Clint Capela’s injury, the return of John Collins is even more crucial for Trae Young and the Hawks. Collins averages 16.2 points, 7.8 rebounds and 1.8 assists this season.

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In his absence, Trae Young has been at his absolute best. The 2021-22 season All-Star averages 28.4 points, 3.7 rebounds and 9.7 assists this season and has played an important role in the Hawks getting into the playoffs.

Fans react to the news

With the Hawks getting a boost just before the match against the Miami Heat, NBA Twitter has gone into a frenzy. Here are some of the best reactions.

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