NBA Draft Lottery reform 101: How does the league's '3-2-1' proposal work? Will it really stop tanking?
The so-called '3-2-1' system would go into effect for the 2027 draft if approved
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NBA Draft Lottery reform 101: How does the league's '3-2-1' proposal work? Will it really stop tanking? The so-called '3-2-1' system would go into effect for the 2027 draft if approved By Sam Quinn Apr 28, 2026 at 8:30 pm ET • 6 min read Getty Images Tanking has been one of the primary stories of the 2025-26 NBA season and the league has spent the past several months searching for solutions. It fined teams like the Utah Jazz and Indiana Pacers for tanking-related offenses, conducted several calls with general managers, batted around multiple concepts, and, according to ESPN's Shams Charania, has now settled on a proposal that would begin with the 2027 draft lottery.So, how would the proposed new system work? Here is everything you need to know about the proposed restructuring.What are the…
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