NBA Trade Verdict
Celtics Win
Boston acquired Arnie Risen from Royals in exchange for cash.
October 26, 1955 Boston Celtics / Sacramento Kings Record confidence: Private Record
Boston Celtics Received
- Player Arnie Risen
Sacramento Kings Received
- Cash cash
Trade Analysis
Boston Celtics Perspective
Arnie Risen supplied veteran center play and helped Boston win its first championship in 1957. Cash alone did not match that realized value.
Sacramento Kings Perspective
Selling Arnie Risen to Boston for cash removed a Hall of Fame center from Rochester’s roster. Risen remained productive and later won another championship with the Celtics, while the Royals received no basketball asset. The absence of a meaningful return makes this a clear franchise loss.