Celtics Win
Boston acquired Xavier Tillman from Grizzlies in exchange for Lamar Stevens; 2027 second-round pick; 2030 second-round pick.
Boston Celtics Received
- Player Xavier Tillman
Memphis Grizzlies Received
- Player Lamar Stevens
- Draft Pick 2027 second-round pick
- Draft Pick 2030 second-round pick
Trade Analysis
Boston Celtics Perspective
Xavier Tillman played a limited role but contributed meaningful Finals minutes and defensive depth to a championship roster. The two-second-round cost keeps the win modest.
Memphis Grizzlies Perspective
Memphis received Lamar Stevens; 2027 second-round pick (outcome unknown); 2030 second-round pick (outcome unknown) and sent Xavier Tillman. the other team produced the stronger hindsight value after player production, draft conversion, role, contract timing and downstream asset use were considered. The disadvantage is modest: the outgoing Grizzlies asset became the best contributor or the incoming package failed to create comparable durable value. Memphis still received some useful return, preventing the evaluation from overstating the loss.