(03-01-2022, 12:42 PM)omahen Wrote: This also applies to Holmes or any other non shooting big that can only be used in a PnR to be effective offensively. I think Kleber type of center (but better) is ideal to pair with Collins. I really like Collins, but I am affraid it is very difficult to build around him as he is basically an undersized center with PnR being his most powerfull weapon. Since we agree Powell or Maxi are a third center type, what kind of center would then be the starting center to play next to Collins? Turner might be an option as he is more of a floor spacer than PnR guy, but they are both valued very highly and I am affraid we don't have the assets for both.So, the reason I like Kleber with Collins as the 3rd big is cause Collins can shoot the 3, so when he's in with the Starter 5, he plays mainly the spacer role. He then gets to play the PnR/post up role when Maxi comes in. He's the guy that can play with both types, but he wants a bigger role than he's getting in Atl, so we feature him a bit more than there. Collins/Turner would be the dream scenario for sure (given Turner's health isn't degenerative), but I'm with you, we don't have the assets to get both (maybe not even 1). This is why I think Holmes (play and contract) is the best fit based on attainability.
Holmes and Powell basically makes Collins main priority as a spacer which is a waste of talent (and money, esp if he wants a bigger role than he's getting in Atl).