NBA Introduces Two-Day Draft Format to Facilitate More Trades

The new format aims to provide teams with additional time to make decisions, potentially increasing trade activity.

The NBA's inaugural two-day draft will take place on June 26 and 27, with a day dedicated to each round, allowing teams more time to discuss trades.
NBA executives predict a stronger trade market, especially for picks in the 20s and 30s, due to the extended time between rounds.
The change is expected to benefit teams with multiple draft picks, such as the Knicks, who have up to four first-rounders in the 2024 draft.
The two-day format will also allow franchises to sign second-round players to multiyear minimum deals without impacting offseason cap space.
Despite being considered one of the weakest in recent memory, the 2024 NBA draft's new format adds an unprecedented level of excitement.