08-02-2021, 10:56 AM
(08-02-2021, 10:36 AM)KillerLeft Wrote: If they do that, they'll be helping SAC keep your boy Holmes, right?
You know, part of me really likes him.
But, I consumed a ton of Clippers content before the series, and most of their scene (podcasts, mostly) thought he was likely to get completely edged out of the playoff rotation, at some point. I got the impression he hadn't been a very valued player that season.
Was his playoff showing a mirage, similar to Trey Burke's in the bubble the year before?
I guess you can say that he is able to step his game up and produce when competition is tougher. No doubt I would prefer a playoff performer than a glorified reg season stud.
What you read might play into my concerns about him...I saw an interview this post-season of him saying he was about to retire a year or two ago but the Clips gig presented itself and he thought it might be a good fit and it ultimately has worked out.
I dont know if that was a made for tv response to his current situation...but if the guy is kind of on the fence about playing...thats a red flag.
His name got a lot of attention in the playoffs for his performance and maybe that has rejuvenated his desire to play basketball and cash in on his high stock...but his on the fence comment is a concern.
And I like him compared to shelling out 30M for others.