NBA Trade Verdict
Lakers Win
Buffalo Braves captured the stronger realized return in the 1977-06-09 transaction with Los Angeles Lakers, led by Johnny Neumann.
June 9, 1977 LA Clippers / Los Angeles Lakers Record confidence: Medium
LA Clippers Received
- Player Johnny Neumann
Los Angeles Lakers Received
- Draft Pick 1977 third-round pick (#46- James Edwards )
Trade Analysis
Buffalo Braves received Johnny Neumann and sent 1977 third-round pick (#46-James Edwards) in the 1977-06-09 transaction with Los Angeles Lakers. Structured retrospective estimate using realized player production, named draft outcomes, pick value, role, timing and asset depth. The comparison emphasizes realized production, named draft outcomes, role, timing and downstream asset value rather than reputation alone.