NBA Trade Verdict
Slight Blazers Edge
On July 15, 1977, the Phoenix Suns acquired 1978 fourth-round pick (#88-Wayne Smith); 1978 conditional third-round pick (conditioned on Schlueter being on the Blazers’ roster as of 1977-12-01) (not exercised) from the Portland Trail Blazers in exchange for Dale Schlueter.
July 15, 1977 Phoenix Suns / Portland Trail Blazers Record confidence: Medium
Phoenix Suns Received
- Draft Pick 1978 fourth round pick (#88-Wayne Smith)
- Draft Pick 1978 conditional third round pick (conditioned on Schlueter being on the Blazers’ roster as of 1977-12-01) (not exercised)
Portland Trail Blazers Received
- Player Dale Schlueter
Phoenix Suns
C+
Trade Analysis
Portland holds a narrow realized-value edge. Phoenix exchanged Dale Schlueter for the pick that became Wayne Smith; neither asset produced major long-term value, so the separation is small. The displayed team grades for Phoenix Suns and Portland Trail Blazers reflect the realized value of the players, draft assets and transaction context that ultimately materialized.