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Trae Young attempts to rip Jalen Brunson jersey at Fanatics Fest

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 2:51 AM

Last updated Jul 24, 2026

Trae Young attempts to rip Jalen Brunson jersey at Fanatics Fest

Summary

Trae Young, now with the Washington Wizards, made a WWE-style entrance at Fanatics Fest in New York on July 18, trying to rip a Jalen Brunson jersey. His attempt failed, prompting amusement from bystanders and further fueling his rivalry with the New York Knicks. Young, who has a history of antagonizing Knicks fans since the 2021 playoffs, recently shared a video referencing past altercations. The Wizards hope to rebound after a challenging season, having acquired Young along with Anthony Davis to support their rebuilding efforts.

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Status Watch

•Young struggled to tear a Brunson jersey at Fanatics Fest.
•The incident occurred on July 18 in New York.
•Young previously eliminated the Knicks in the 2021 playoffs.
•He is now with the Wizards after being traded in January.
•Washington is under rebuilding efforts, adding Young and Davis.

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2:51 AMYahoo Sports — Trae Young Tries (and Fails) to Rip Jalen Brunson Jersey at Fanatics Fest

What they're saying

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The Wizards guard kept his long-running feud with the Knicks alive during his WWE-style entrance at Fanatics Fest, though his attempt to tear a Jalen Brunson jersey fell short.
— Yahoo Sports

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