NBA Trade Verdict
Celtics Win
Boston acquired Bailey Howell from Bullets in exchange for Mel Counts.
September 1, 1966 Boston Celtics / Washington Wizards Record confidence: Private Record
Boston Celtics Received
- Player Bailey Howell
Washington Wizards Received
- Player Mel Counts
Trade Analysis
Boston Celtics Perspective
Bailey Howell became a Hall of Famer in Boston and a major contributor to the 1968 and 1969 championships. Mel Counts did not provide Washington comparable impact.
Washington Wizards Perspective
Bailey Howell made this a clear win for Boston Celtics. Bailey Howell helped Boston win championships and remained an All-Star, while Mel Counts was a shorter-term Washington contributor. The outgoing package retained the clearly stronger long-term result.