Cavaliers Win
Cleveland acquired Michael Stewart and first round pick (protected top 17 in 2005, top 16 in 2006, top 15 in 2007-08) (2007 #22-Jared Dudley) for Lamond Murray and 2003 or 2004 second round pick (2004 #39-Albert Miralles), producing a clear Cavaliers win on realized player, draft and roster value.
Cleveland Cavaliers Received
- Player Michael Stewart
- Draft Pick first round pick (protected top 17 in 2005, top 16 in 2006, top 15 in 2007-08) (2007 #22-Jared Dudley)
Toronto Raptors Received
- Player Lamond Murray
- Draft Pick 2003 or 2004 second round pick (2004 #39-Albert Miralles)
Trade Analysis
Cleveland converted the outgoing package into superior franchise value. Cleveland received Michael Stewart and first round pick (protected top 17 in 2005, top 16 in 2006, top 15 in 2007-08) (2007 #22-Jared Dudley), while the other team received Lamond Murray and 2003 or 2004 second round pick (2004 #39-Albert Miralles). The Cleveland return supplied the superior combination of player contribution, draft outcome and roster fit; the outgoing side did not create comparable franchise value. The grade reflects realized value, contract and age context, the eventual use of draft assets and the transaction’s effect on Cleveland’s competitive window.