[Aarongavey]

https://www.hitc.com/adam-silver-is-...ing-for-picks/

Although eliminating the rookie draft was not formally proposed, it could receive serious consideration if other measures prove ineffective.

The NBA has operated with a draft system since the era of Bill Russell and Wilt Chamberlain. Removing it would mark one of the most significant structural changes in league history.

Silver noted that the draft is designed to help struggling teams rebuild and compete. He questioned whether that purpose is compromised if franchises manipulate outcomes to improve their lottery position.