Maybe Sweeney decided that because our 1st and second 2nd was higher, ours was a better offer than the Oiler's offer even though their first 2nd was higher. This would make him kinda dumb as #15 vs #16 against #33 vs #45 is quite significant especially in this draft and he skipped Connor and Barzal (was it?). Either way, we benefited from it.
As for the Oiler's "better" offer, I'm sure it could have been ameliorated with the additions of an extra second or thirds if necessary... so yes, I think a discount/spite theory could be entertained.
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