NBA Trade Verdict
Slight Mavericks Edge
Dallas received Dennis Scott; cash from Orlando Magic and sent Derek Harper; Ed O'Bannon; cash in return.
September 24, 1997 Dallas Mavericks / Orlando Magic Record confidence: High
Dallas Mavericks Received
- Player Dennis Scott
- Cash cash
Orlando Magic Received
- Player Derek Harper
- Player Ed O'Bannon
- Cash cash
Trade Analysis
The trade produced a narrow long-term edge to Mavericks. Dennis Scott and the outgoing veteran package produced similar short-term value, with neither side retaining a consequential long-range asset. The central comparison is Dennis Scott against Derek Harper, with the remaining picks, rights, cash and contract consequences shaping the final margin.