Revisiting the Deron Williams Trade

Deron Williams was the big name involved in a trade between the Utah Jazz and New Jersey Nets, but it may be what the Jazz got in return that will be remembered about this trade. While Williams is a great player who averaged 15 points and over 12 assists in twelve games with the Nets, the Jazz got three young pieces in return.

Devin Harris scored 15.8 ppg with the Jazz, while Derrick Favors added 8.2 ppg. While those numbers aren't anything too special, the biggest upside is that Harris is 28 years old and Favors is only 19, so the Jazz could have a bright future. The Jazz also received a first round pick from the Nets, which turned out to be #3 overall, where they chose Enes Kanter, who is also 19 years old. With that combination of youth and upside, the Jazz look to have made the most of giving up their star.

Final Trade Evaluation:

Nets Get - Deron Williams

Jazz Get - Devin Harris, Derrick Favors, 2011 3rd overall pick (Enes Kanter)

Edge - Jazz