06-19-2023, 09:07 AM
(06-19-2023, 08:17 AM)DanSchwartzgan Wrote: Trying to confirm this, and I don’t see it on his Twitter feed (maybe it was on some podcast), but some Mav’s fan is quoting Eric Pincus as saying Atlanta might have to use #15 to move on from Collins. No swaps, just give away the pick and Collins for expiring deals.
Lends some credence to those who think we should absolutely fleece Atlanta if we were to take on Collins. Probably also lends some credence to those who think we should stay away. As with most of this stuff, I’d like to see the deal AND see the rest of the plan for the summer unfold before just saying yes or no to Collins.
His timeline fits well with the rest of this contract for Luka and he was once a good secondary threat as an offensive player. Even if the deal is a total giveaway, I want to see the rest of the moves to see what position he’s playing and who he might be paired with in the front-court before passing judgement.
I can't help but think Collins is just a more expensive version of Wood. I haven't watched as much of Collins to say if he's an upgrade on defense, but seems he's similar enough that Kidd might not use him enough or correctly. Of course, the big contract should force that issue.