NBA Trade Verdict
Jazz Win
On June 28, 2005, Utah Jazz acquired 2005 first round pick (#3-Deron Williams) from Portland Trail Blazers in exchange for 2005 first round pick (#6-Martell Webster), 2005 first round pick (#27-Linas Kleiza), and first round pick (lottery protected 2006-10) (2006 #30-Joel Freeland).
June 28, 2005 Portland Trail Blazers / Utah Jazz Record confidence: High
Portland Trail Blazers Received
- Draft Pick 2005 first round pick (#6-Martell Webster)
- Draft Pick 2005 first round pick (#27-Linas Kleiza)
- Draft Pick first round pick (lottery protected 2006-10) (2006 #30-Joel Freeland)
Utah Jazz Received
- Draft Pick 2005 first round pick (#3-Deron Williams)
Utah Jazz
A+
Trade Analysis
Utah traded three first-round assets to move from No. 6 to No. 3 and select Deron Williams. Williams became a two-time All-Star, an All-NBA guard, and the leader of the 2007 Western Conference finalists. The premium was substantial, but Utah acquired a genuine franchise point guard.