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NBA Review: Tanking Rules & Small Market Stars

NBA Review: Tanking Rules & Small Market Stars

Update: 2025-12-21
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NBA Draft Rules Review: Balancing Competitive Fairness and Small-Market OpportunitiesThe NBA is considering changes to draft lottery odds and protected picks to curb tanking, sparking debate among fans and experts. While some argue tanking gives small-market teams a chance at stardom, others see it as a necessary strategy for teams like the Oklahoma City Thunder. The leagues draft order, currently a mix of worst-to-first and lottery system, is under scrutiny, with some advocating for a more straightforward approach to ensure fairness. However, the core issue remains: providing small markets a genuine path back to contention.

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NBA Review: Tanking Rules & Small Market Stars

NBA Review: Tanking Rules & Small Market Stars