Toronto Sent Steve Novak and a Future Second for Garrett
On July 10, 2014, Toronto dealt Steve Novak and the rights to New York's 2017 second-round selection to Utah for guard Diante Garrett. The Jazz's own announcement identifies the future pick as a New York selection, making the draft obligation more precise than a generic future second. Toronto used the exchange to move Novak's contract while taking back another guard option. Utah instead acquired a specialist shooter and a draft asset with three years before its final selection.
Garrett Did Not Become a Raptors Rotation Player
Garrett had appeared in 71 games for Utah in 2013-14, averaging 3.5 points, but that prior experience did not convert into lasting Toronto production. The Raptors waived him later in July 2014 rather than building a new backcourt role around him. Their C grade must therefore be read as limited direct basketball value from the player received, with any salary or roster-management benefit considered separately. Garrett's earlier Jazz season cannot be counted as a Raptors return.
Utah Added Novak and the Pick That Became No. 36
Novak had established himself as a high-percentage NBA three-point shooter, giving Utah an identifiable specialist to try in its rotation. The accompanying second-round pick later resolved as the 2017 No. 36 selection associated with Jonah Bolden. That is an actual named draft outcome, even though Bolden's later NBA work should not be assigned to a Utah roster that did not develop him. The Jazz's B+ credits the combination of shooter and transferable draft value, rather than claiming that either became a franchise cornerstone.
Final Verdict
Jazz Win. Utah earns B+ for acquiring Steve Novak and the future second-rounder that became No. 36 Jonah Bolden. Toronto grades C after receiving Diante Garrett and waiving him that month. The Jazz obtained a useful specialist and additional draft flexibility; the Raptors realized little direct playing production from Garrett.