NBA Commissioner Adam Silver informed the league's 30 general managers on Thursday that the NBA plans to implement anti-tanking rule changes starting next season, according to reports from ESPN.
The announcement comes as league stakeholders have reportedly intensified dialogue regarding the most effective methods to combat tanking across the association. While specific details of the proposed rule changes have not yet been made public, the move signals a concerted effort by the league office to address concerns over competitive integrity and teams intentionally losing games to improve their draft positioning.
The discussion regarding tanking has been a recurring priority for Adam Silver and the NBA Board of Governors. By informing the general managers of these upcoming changes today, the league is setting the stage for formal adjustments that could alter draft lottery odds or team incentivization structures as early as the next calendar year.
NBA executives and owners have been involved in ongoing conversations to ensure the product on the floor remains competitive throughout the entirety of the regular season. Further details regarding the specific mechanics of these anti-tanking measures are expected to be shared with the 30 franchises as the league moves closer to a formal vote or implementation phase.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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