NBA Trade Verdict
Bulls Win
Chicago received Nate Thurmond for Clifford Ray, 1975 first round pick (#14-Joe Bryant), cash and finished with a modest realized-value edge.
September 3, 1974 Chicago Bulls / Golden State Warriors Record confidence: Medium
Chicago Bulls Received
- Player Nate Thurmond
Golden State Warriors Received
- Player Clifford Ray
- Draft Pick 1975 first round pick (#14-Joe Bryant)
- Cash cash
Trade Analysis
The realized-value outcome gives Chicago a modest edge. Thurmond, Hall of Fame center, anchored Bulls to 1975 Western Conference Finals, averaging 13/11. Ray became solid starter and Bryant had long career, so cost was real, but Thurmond delivered peak contention.