1959 NBA Trades

Minneapolis Lakers captured a clear realized-value win in the 1959-12-15 transaction with Philadelphia 76ers, receiving Frank Selvy for cash.

New York acquired Jim Palmer from Royals for cash. Both sides realized enough value that a decisive winner would overstate the result.

Minneapolis Lakers finished with a modest realized-value edge in the 1959-12-01 transaction with New York Knicks, receiving Ron Sobieszczyk (Ron Sobiezczyk / Ron Sobie) for cash.

Detroit acquired cash from Philadelphia 76ers for Barney Cable.

On November 4, 1959, Cincinnati Royals acquired Hub Reed from Atlanta Hawks in exchange for player to be named later (rights to Bob Boozer on 1959-12-22).

Detroit acquired Archie Dees; 1959 second round pick (#9 – Tom Robitaille) from Sacramento Kings for Phil Jordon.

Detroit lost the deal, sending George Yardley for Ed Conlin.

Golden State received some value, but Jack George produced the stronger overall return for the counterpart.

Atlanta acquired Sihugo Green from Royals in exchange for Ned Park; Jack Stephens; cash.