NBA Trade Verdict
Celtics Win
Boston acquired Scott Wedman from Cavaliers in exchange for Darren Tillis; 1983 first-round pick (#21 Greg Kite); cash.
January 14, 1983 Boston Celtics / Cleveland Cavaliers Record confidence: Private Record
Boston Celtics Received
- Player Scott Wedman
Cleveland Cavaliers Received
- Player Darren Tillis
- Draft Pick 1983 first-round pick (#21 Greg Kite )
- Cash cash
Trade Analysis
Boston Celtics Perspective
Scott Wedman became an important reserve on two championship teams. Boston also retained the first-round asset later included in the Dennis Johnson trade, multiplying the value of the return.