NBA Trade Verdict

Nuggets Win

Denver received Brian Taylor; 1977 first-round pick (#9-Tom LaGarde) from Sacramento Kings, sending Tom Burleson; 1977 second-round pick (#30-Steve Sheppard) in return.

May 25, 1977 Denver Nuggets / Sacramento Kings Record confidence: Medium

Denver Nuggets Received

Player Brian Taylor
Draft Pick 1977 first-round pick (#9- Tom LaGarde )

Sacramento Kings Received

Player Tom Burleson
Draft Pick 1977 second-round pick (#30- Steve Sheppard )

Trade Analysis

Denver exchanged Tom Burleson and Steve Sheppard's draft rights for Brian Taylor and the pick used on Tom LaGarde. Taylor became an important guard for Denver, while Burleson remained a productive center and LaGarde had a useful career. The returns were different in shape but similar in lasting value, supporting an Even grade.