NBA Trade Verdict
Slight Rockets Edge
Atlanta acquired John Lucas Jr., Tim McCormick, and the 1994 first-round pick that became Charlie Ward from Houston for Kenny Smith, Roy Marble, and future considerations.
June 27, 1990 Atlanta Hawks / Houston Rockets Record confidence: Medium
Atlanta Hawks Received
- Player John Lucas Jr.
- Player Tim McCormick
- Draft Pick 1994 first round pick (#26- Charlie Ward )
Houston Rockets Received
- Player Kenny Smith
- Player Roy Marble
- Future Consideration future considerations (?)
Trade Analysis
Atlanta received useful veterans and the future first-round pick that became Charlie Ward, but Houston obtained Kenny Smith, who became an important championship guard. The outcome slightly favors Houston.