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The signing of Marcus Stroman ahead of the 2024 season to a two-year deal was viewed as a gamble that didn't pay off. Initially, Stroman was seen as a decent addition, but his performance faltered, especially in critical moments like the playoffs. The move exemplifies how sometimes even seemingly solid signings can spiral into failure when expectations aren’t met, reinforcing the theme that poor roster construction often leads to frustration.