It seemed like a given that the NBA would change the draft lottery odds in response to the 76ers’ tanking efforts, but a last-minute movement by other small-market teams swung enough votes to prevent that from happening.
Thunder, Bucks also oppose lottery reform
Richard Rowe-US PRESSWIREPresti believes lottery reform will give big market teams one more advantage against small market clubs that already struggle to attract top talent via free agency or in trades. The proposed changes flatten the odds throughout the lottery, raising the chances a team that just missed the playoffs could jump up in the draft order while the worst team in the league can now fall all the way to seventh. Under the current system, the league’s worst team is guaranteed to draft no lower than fourth.
The Milwaukee Bucks are also reportedly on board with the 76ers and Thunder, according to Sports Illustrated’s Chris Mannix.
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