Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reported on Thursday that the 2024 NBA draft is gearing up to switch to a two-day format, set to take place in Brooklyn on June 26-27, rather than the customary one-night spectacle.
Speculation on the league's desire to implement the change has been circulating since November, even though final clearance from the NBPA is still waiting.
According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, the idea has been circulating more and more in meetings with league officials, as team executives think they would be better off with more time to choose in the first and second rounds.
The National Football League's draught begins on a Thursday night during prime time, with the second and third rounds airing on Fridays. Saturday is when rounds four through seven take place.
Of course, the NBA doesn't get to make nearly as many draft choices as the NFL does. However, the new players in the league may find some exciting TV chances with the expanded structure, which might lead to additional stories and material.
The motivation for the drive from GMs is a desire to compare potential choices. Making smart choices beyond lottery picks and first-round players is critical since the NBA's draft capital grows in value each. The present system gives NBA clubs a meager five minutes to choose their players, with that time dwindling to two minutes in round two.
The first NBA draft included 21 rounds when the league was much younger. In 1974, there was a cap of 10. After the draft began airing on television in 1980, the league ultimately decided to cut it to two rounds in 1989.
With an extra day in the NBA Draft, selecting sleepers in the second round is more important than ever. However, due to roster restrictions, many of these guys will still have a hard time establishing regular playing time. However, it appears that a third round will not be reinstated.