The Athletic NBA Daily

Drafting the Bleakest Futures in the NBA

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Jul 17, 2025
In this discussion, guest Keith Parish, a savvy commentator on the NBA landscape, joins hosts Dave DuFour and Andrew Schlecht to explore the bleak futures of several teams. They spotlight the Milwaukee Bucks' dilemma surrounding Giannis Antetokounmpo's future and roster decisions. The conversation shifts to the struggles of the Brooklyn Nets and New Orleans Pelicans amidst poor management choices. The trio also analyzes the draft's pivotal role in shaping uncertain trajectories for teams like the Wizards and Clippers, emphasizing strategic planning to escape mediocrity.
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Bucks’ Bleak Guard Play Problem

  • The Milwaukee Bucks face a bleak future due to poor guard play and lack of trade assets beyond 2032 picks.
  • Giannis Antetokounmpo's potential decline and injury concerns compound their challenges despite his continued presence.
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Nets’ Empty Rebuild Road

  • The Brooklyn Nets' rebuild feels like starting from scratch without quality young players.
  • Despite many draft picks, they lack transformational talent to contend anytime soon.
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Pelicans’ Rapid Decline

  • The New Orleans Pelicans have thrown away their young talent and made baffling roster decisions.
  • Player careers now seem to stall there, creating a seriously bleak outlook for the team.
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