NBA Trade Verdict
Slight Celtics Edge
Boston received Kris Dunn; Bruno Fernando; 2023 second-round pick (#35 Julian Phillips) and sent Tristan Thompson in a multi-team trade involving Hawks, Kings.
August 7, 2021 Atlanta Hawks / Boston Celtics / Sacramento Kings Record confidence: Private Record
Atlanta Hawks Received
- Player Kris Dunn
Boston Celtics Received
- Player Kris Dunn
- Player Bruno Fernando
- Draft Pick 2023 second-round pick (#35 Julian Phillips )
Sacramento Kings Received
- Player Tristan Thompson
Trade Analysis
Atlanta Hawks Perspective
Wright was a steady backup guard and excellent defender during Atlanta's playoff seasons. Dunn was recovering from major injuries, Fernando was a third-string center, and Phillips became a rotation wing in Chicago. The deal was close in value, with Wright providing more immediate impact for a playoff team.
Boston Celtics Perspective
The Celtics received the better short-term value through Kris Dunn, while Tristan Thompson did not become a major counterpart asset. The margin is narrow.