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The NBA draft night is always a spectacle, but the 2025 draft showcased some surprising moves that have left fans and analysts buzzing. As teams scrambled to secure their desired players, the stakes were higher than ever, leading to some questionable asset management decisions.
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Key Takeaways
- Draft night causes executives' short-term thinking.
- New Orleans overpaid for Derik Queen.
- Pelicans' asset management raises significant concerns.
- Memphis and Utah also made questionable trades.
- Patience is crucial for successful front offices.
- Future picks often undervalued in trade-ups.
