Even Trade
Cleveland acquired 1973 first round pick (#2-Jim Brewer) and 1973 third round pick (#37-Jim O'Brien) for John Johnson, Rick Roberson and 1973 first round pick (#15-Barry Parkhill); the completed outcomes remain broadly comparable.
Cleveland Cavaliers Received
- Draft Pick 1973 first round pick (#2-Jim Brewer)
- Draft Pick 1973 third round pick (#37-Jim O'Brien)
Portland Trail Blazers Received
- Player John Johnson
- Player Rick Roberson
- Draft Pick 1973 first round pick (#15-Barry Parkhill)
Trade Analysis
Jim Brewer became a long-term defensive starter and a central piece of Cleveland’s Miracle of Richfield core. John Johnson was the best established player in the package and Barry Parkhill carried first-round value, leaving substantial realized value on both sides. The completed comparison remains close enough to support an even evaluation. The grade also considers age, contract timing, roster fit and whether the acquired value helped Cleveland’s competitive window rather than relying only on the names listed in the transaction.