Trae Young's $212 million Wizards contract is a huge overpay, so why are they doing the deal? (opens original article in a new tab)

The Washington Wizards signed Trae Young to a four-year $212 million contract, marking a significant overpayment compared to other top players, with the team betting on his offensive capabilities to compensate for defensive shortcomings.

• Wizards signed Trae Young to a four-year $212 million contract
• Young's contract is $14 million more annually than Jalen Brunson's deal
• Wizards believe Young's offensive skills will offset his defensive weaknesses