NBA Trade Verdict
Even Trade
Atlanta acquired Gary Payton (Sr.); Tom Gugliotta; Michael Stewart; first round pick (less favorable of Celtics, Lakers pick) (lottery protected in 2005-06) (2006 #21-Rajon Rondo) from Celtics in exchange for Antoine Walker.
February 24, 2005 Atlanta Hawks / Boston Celtics Record confidence: Private Record
Atlanta Hawks Received
- Player Gary Payton (Sr.)
- Player Tom Gugliotta
- Player Michael Stewart
- Draft Pick first round pick (less favorable of Celtics, Lakers pick) (lottery protected in 2005-06) (2006 #21- Rajon Rondo )
Boston Celtics Received
- Player Antoine Walker
Trade Analysis
Atlanta Hawks Perspective
Atlanta exchanged Antoine Walker for Gary Payton (Sr.), Tom Gugliotta, and additional consideration. The exchange functioned as roster maintenance rather than a franchise-changing decision, with no durable winner.
Boston Celtics Perspective
Boston reacquired Antoine Walker for a playoff push, while Atlanta received veterans and the protected first that became Rajon Rondo before later moving the pick. Both sides obtained legitimate value from their immediate objectives.