Everyone in the NBA knows tanking exists. It’s the worst-kept secret in professional sports. Front offices suddenly decide to rest veterans with “sore hamstrings,” give raw prospects the ultimate green light to make mistakes, and cross their fingers that the…
Washington Wizards guard Bub Carrington revealed in an interview that the team was held back last season to draft AJ Dybantsa. Speaking with WUSA9's Marshall Kramsky, Carrington explained that players were not told to be the best version of themselves because the franchise was focused on landing Dybantsa with the top pick.
DC Sports King notes that while the strategy succeeded in securing the No. 1 overall selection, Carrington's public admission violates league norms regarding tanking. The writer suggests these comments could prompt scrutiny or potential disciplinary fines from NBA Commissioner Adam Silver.
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