Before reaching the NBA, prospects often carry certain hopes about their landing spots. This year, Utah Jazz rookie Ace Bailey made waves after skipping a pre-draft workout with the Jazz, only for Utah to still select him No. 5 overall. Interestingly, Detroit Pistons star Cade Cunningham once had a similar moment before the 2021 NBA Draft.

During a recent conversation with Kevin Durant on Boardroom, Cunningham opened up about a bold request he had during the draft lottery. He revealed in the interview that he did not want the Cleveland Cavaliers to win the draft lottery.

“When the lottery started cutting down, the final three were Cleveland, Houston, and Detroit. I’m like, don’t let me go to Cleveland,” Cunningham said.

It was because Cunningham was the top prospect in the draft. His wi

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