GRADING THE 2014 TRADE DEADLINE DEALS

DEAL 1: STEVE BLAKE TO THE WARRIORS

Warriors receive: Steve Blake

Lakers receive: Marshon Brooks, Kent Bazemore

On a personal level, this is a terrible trade for both sides. You have Steve Blake, a Laker faithful being sent off, and Kent Bazemore, a fan favorite with his energetic reactions on the bench. From a basketball and business perspective, the deal has the workings to be a win-win. The Warriors get a veteran back-up for their precious Stephen Curry, and the Lakers receive two players on rookie deals to aid the rebuild.

FINAL GRADE: B-

DEAL 2: MARCUS THORNTON SENT TO BROOKLYN

Nets receive: Marcus Thornton

Kings receive: Jason Terry, Reggie Evans

The Nets are rolling the dice here: that is, one that could pay good dividends. Marcus Thornton