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The NBA’s draft lottery is about to get a major overhaul starting in 2026-27, with new penalties for the worst teams—and that’s already forcing squads to rethink their strategies. Contenders like OKC are stockpiling picks, while rebuilding teams like Charlotte are positioning themselves to land high-value drafts by hovering just above the cellar. The Wizards, meanwhile, are quietly building around young talent and stars, aiming to snag a sweet spot in the lottery odds. It’s a game of calculated risk—and the league’s new rules are turning tanking into a high-stakes chess match.

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