Trae Young's embarrassment before debuting with the Washington Wizards

Trae Young has not yet debuted with the Washington Wizards, but he has already had his first ejection with his new team.

The franchise star was ejected in Monday's 123-118 loss to the Houston Rockets after leaving the bench early and stepping onto the court to protest to a referee. Young wasn't even suited up and had yet to play his first game with Washington.

The point guard, traded from the Atlanta Hawks on January 7, was involved in the incident during a confrontation between Tari Eason (Houston) and Jamir Watkins (Washington). Upon entering the court to complain to a referee, he was immediately ejected. Eason also ended up out of the game.

The incident occurred just a few hours after Young himself announced on social media that he will debut this Thursday at home against the Utah Jazz. The point guard downplayed the incident with a message and assured that being ejected in the capital won't be a common sight, yet he vowed to maintain energy and competitiveness when he returns to the court with his teammates.

If nothing changes, Thursday will mark his first game since December 27. Young has been sidelined with issues in the medial collateral ligament (MCL) and quad of his right leg. Coach Brian Keefe stated that his playing time will be limited to between 17 and 20 minutes in his debut.

Young's Season and the Wizards

A four-time All-Star, Young is averaging 19.3 points and 8.9 assists this season in 10 games played.

With a record of 16-44, the Wizards are still deeply engaged in a rebuilding phase. The franchise is hopeful that the additions of Young and Anthony Davis, acquired on February 4 from Dallas, will help change the team's dynamic. Davis has yet to debut with Washington.

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