The NBA seeks new solutions for its problem with 'tanking', a phenomenon where teams that lose the most end up winning
The NBA is exploring new strategies to address the issue of 'tanking', a practice where underperforming teams intentionally lose games to improve their chances in the draft lottery.
Mark Cuban explains 'why the NBA should embrace tanking' after commissioner fines teams, condemns it
Mark Cuban advocates for the NBA to accept tanking as a strategy for teams seeking future advantages, despite the league's efforts to penalize this practice.
The NBA takes a stand against 'tanking': warning teams that lose games to improve their draft lottery chances
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver has expressed concerns about an increase in 'tanking' behaviors among teams this season, prompting the league to consider measures to maintain competitiveness.
NBA will make every effort to avoid 'tanking', assures commissioner Adam Silver
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver emphasized the league’s intention to implement measures that will reduce the practice of 'tanking' during a press conference in Los Angeles.
Now it’s enough! Lauri Markkanen's treatment led to a hefty fine
The Utah Jazz has been fined $500,000 by the NBA for benching star player Lauri Markkanen without valid reasons during two specific games in February.
Lauri Markkanen as a pawn - shady operations
The Utah Jazz defeated the Miami Heat 115-111, with Lauri Markkanen scoring 17 points but not playing in the final quarter, raising questions about the team's strategy.
Commentary: Lauri Markkanen's treatment is a disgusting manipulation of results
The article critiques the Utah Jazz's apparent strategy of 'tanking' in the NBA, suggesting that their actions during a recent loss to the Orlando Magic indicate a blatant intention to lose games for better draft positioning.