If you were paying attention, you would've noticed the hidden points pattern.
Before the genesis airdrop no one knew what points were for and will there be any airdrops in future.
Team reserved 38.888% of supply for future emissions and community rewards.
And if history is any guide, Hyperliquid tends to reward people who contribute to the protocol's success.
The thing is if they decides to do it again, I'd rather be positioned for it than miss another opportunity.