Game 63: Miami Heat (35-26) vs. Dallas Mavericks (34-28)

[omahen]

I was thinking about this the other day. Unless I’m wrong, this is the last year the pick has to convey to New York, which I think means it converts to some seconds, or even disappears this year if it does not convey. 

As intriguing as that thought might be, it’s also supposed to be a really weak draft, so I’m not sure there is a prize like Lively waiting on the other end of that strategy.

I certainly don’t think they are thinking now, or that tanking could be an explanation for where they are right now. And, I don’t expect them to lean into the tank now that they are skidding.

If pick doesn't convey this year, it is still top10 protected next season and if not conveyed, only then converts to 2025 SRP. 

Of course Mavs are not trying to tank or even think about it. To make all those moves and spend all those assets only to be bottom 10 in the league would be a huge indictment for everyone involved.