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Ted Stepien's Cavs: NBA's Worst Owner & The Rule He Broke
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In the early 80s, Ted Stepiens reign as Cleveland Cavaliers owner turned the team into the NBAs laughing stock. His questionable moves, including trading away first-round picks, led to a 66-186 record and the creation of the Ted Stepien Rule. This rule, still in effect, prevents teams from trading first-round picks in consecutive years, safeguarding franchises from self-inflicted collapse. Despite Stepiens departure, the Cavs endured two decades of struggle until drafting LeBron James in 2003, showcasing the lasting impact of one bad owner on the NBAs trading landscape.
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