At NBA All-Star Weekend, Commissioner Adam Silver expressed concerns that tanking is at an all-time high and highlighted the league’s commitment to addressing it through potential remedies, including the possibility of stripping draft picks from offending teams. He mentioned recent fines imposed on the Indiana Pacers and Utah Jazz as a warning. Silver emphasized the importance of ensuring struggling teams can improve via the draft while acknowledging that manipulation may hinder this process. He stated that lottery reform is under consideration, indicating a need for a fresh approach.
Want More Context? 🔎
NBA Aims to Address Tanking, Says Adam Silver
Sports News. No Fluff.
Quick summaries of major games, trades, and headlines — so you can stay in the loop without spending hours reading.