The HRR NBA Trade Analyses Archive

Ty Hill Dealt to Cavs in 5 Player Deal | Moiso Dealt to Sixers

August 3, 2001

“Hill Returns to Cavs in Five Player Deal”

The Cleveland Cavaliers acquired F Tyrone Hill and F Jumaine Jones from the Philadelphia 76ers in exchange for F Matt Harpring, F Cedric Henderson, and F / C Robert Traylor.

Notes:

• The Cavs have until October 30 to decide whether or not to exercise the fourth year on Jumaine Jones rookie contract. If they do not exercise the option, Jones becomes a free agent next summer.
• Henderson is a free agent next summer.
• The Sixers have the right of first refusal on Harpring and Traylor next summer.
• Hill’s contract expires after the 2002 - 2003 season.

2001 - 2002 Player Salaries:

Tyrone Hill, Cle.: $6.6 M.

Jumaine Jones, Cle.:$0.786 M.

Matt Harpring, Phi.: $1.91 M.

Cedric Henderson, Phi.: $3.04 M.

Robert Traylor, Phi: $2.793 M.

Who got the better of the deal?

Neither club.

Why?

Trading Hill wasn’t much of a surprise; but, Philly no longer as a reliable starting power forward on the roster. Matt Geiger has been injury prone and a disappointment; in fact, Philadelphia has tried to trade him for more than a year.

However, obtaining Harpring should give the Sixers a consistent perimeter threat. Matt is a better shooter and defender than Jumaine Jones. Plus, Harpring’s tough attitude and gritty style of play should fit right in with the Sixers’ team and please their fans.

Of Matt Harpring, Sixers GM Billy King said, “I think he can bring some offensive capability, and his toughness, I think, fits in with how we play. I remember, during the playoffs a couple of years ago [when he was with Orlando], he was trying to guard Allen and didn't back down. But I think he does give us some shooting and some offense everybody said we needed.

“If you watch Matt Harpring, he puts the ball on the floor, he goes to the basket, he gets offensive rebounds. He's not just a stand-up, long jump-shooter, and he tries to play defense as well.”

Because of his all-out hustle, Matt has missed games due to injuries (wrist, ankle tendon, etc.); but, as long as he can stay healthy, his skills should help the 76ers.

Henderson and Traylor have been disappointments the last few seasons. Cedric is a 6’8 forward who fades away in games. He’s had far too many 2 point, 1 rebound (or worse) performances in his career. He’s a talented player; but, his consistency needs a great deal of improvement.

Traylor has battled weight problems most of his life. He’s 6’8 and probably around 300 pounds right now. If he can keep his weight down, he could help Philadelphia with his rebounding, soft hands, and quick feet; however, that if is as big as Tractor’s waist size has been.

“Tyrone brings toughness and rebounding and the experience we feel we still need to develop our younger players,” said Cavs General Manager Jim Paxson. Jumaine Jones is an athletic player with some upside. Jumaine wasn't a starter during the (regular) season, but because of injuries, he got to play (in the playoffs). He showed some abilities of being able to put the ball in the hole.”

Hill played for the Cavs from ‘93 to ‘97; and, he was an All-Star in 1995. Ty should give Cleveland near double-double numbers throughout the season; however, he’s also been known to disrupt team chemistry with outbursts about lack of playing time or touches on offense.

Jumaine Jones, 6’8, is a slasher. He’s not a good defender; but, his defense did improve during last season’s playoff run by Philadelphia. Jones has the athleticism to be a very productive player; however, his outside shooting is still too inconsistent; and, he needs to develop his ball handling and passing skills.

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“Philly Acquires Moiso from Cs”

The Philadelphia 76ers obtained F Jerome Moiso from the Boston Celtics in exchange for F Roshown McLeod and a conditional first round draft choice.

Notes:

• Boston has the right of first refusal on McLeod next summer.
• The draft pick has a five - year window beginning in 2003 and is lottery protected for the Sixers until the final year.

2001 - 2002 Player Salaries:

Jerome Moiso, Phi.: $1.572 M.

Roshown McLeod, Bos.: $1.51 M.

Who got the better of the deal?

Neither club.

Why?

Moiso, 6’11, 240 is a raw basketball talent. He only played in 24 games last season for the Celtics for numerous reasons; however, he has gotten himself in better shape this summer. Jerome didn’t grasp the pace of the NBA game last season; consequently, his game and conditioning suffered. If he’s willing to listen to and learn from Sixers’ head coach Larry Brown, Jerome could maximize his natural abilities and become a very productive basketball player. Moiso has the chance to eventually become Philadelphia’s starting power forward.

McLeod missed a lot of last season due to ankle surgery. Roshown is 6’8 and a very good midrange shooter. His presence adds to the glut of swing players at the shooting guard and small forward position (Paul Pierce, Eric Williams, rookies Joe Johnson, Kedrick Brown, and Joseph Forte) Boston has.

The Cs also made this deal to move away from the luxury tax in 2003. Since McLeod can become a free agent next summer, his salary could be removed from the team’s salary cap; however, Moiso has two years left on his contract and his salary would help push Boston above the luxury tax threshold.

“It's a trade that can work for both teams,” said Celtics’ GM Chris Wallace. “Roshown McLeod is an intriguing player for us. We like Roshown and his outside shooting range. The aspect of pushing back further from the luxury tax in 2003 is an important consideration. On Philadelphia's end, they're intrigued by Jerome. As an NBA player, his final chapter has not been written.”