Tone & Style: This guide has mix of analytical depth and conversational flair. Each pick is written to reflect the personality of the team, the player’s role and skill set, and the narrative of the draft. Player comps are thoughtful. 2K Archetypes and Ratings are crafted to blend realism with projection.

Structure Notes: • Each pick includes: 3-sentence pick analysis Player comparison Team Role (position / 2K archetype) 2K Rating (Launch Rating) • Lottery picks lean into current storylines, roster dynamics, and upside. • Mid-late rounders highlight value, system fits, and sleeper traits. • Mid-late rounders highlight value, system fits, and sleeper traits. • Trades made to highlight volatility of the current league, set in a fun but realistic way to add an extra dimension to the draft

Creative Vision: This isn’t just about names and numbers — it’s about fit, flow, and franchise direction. From projected stars to overlooked sleepers, the goal is to spotlight what makes each pick matter. The draft was set to be thematic and enjoyable, to follow a storyline with every team and for every team to follow a clear objective for each roster.