Collins joins the Clippers and has full effect!

NBA regular season, the Clippers defeated the Suns 129-102. The Clippers played very strongly in this game, maintaining a big lead in the second and third quarters, which also allowed the Clippers to easily dominate their opponents. However, Collins still played a strategic role in this game.

Collins scored 10 points, 6 rebounds, 2 assists and 2 steals on 3 of 5 in 24 minutes of the game. Such data is already perfect. Of course, his greatest contribution to the team is the protection of rebounds. Last season, the Clippers often failed to protect their rebounds and gave their opponents a second chance to attack. Now he is paired with Dunn to protect rebounds very well, which can prevent the team from losing many points. The protection of rebounds is his most outstanding value.

Of course, in addition to rebounding protection, he is also a player of sufficient size. His presence can match the height of the fourth position. Last season, Leonard had to play the fourth position for a long time. With Collins here, this hidden danger can be avoided.

And on the offensive end, Collins was actively blocking and taking positions throughout the game. He also grasped opportunity balls very well, which allowed him to maintain his excellence in both offense and defense. Under this kind of performance, Collins ranks first in the team in plus-minus value, which is the best explanation.

But not being in the starting lineup has always been a regret for fans. Because he only played 24 minutes in the entire game, he led the offense and defense well, but he only got so little playing time. As long as he is on the court, he is a positive help, and his energy can definitely drive other players in the starting lineup. Even if he is paired with Jones Jr., he will be of great help. I wonder if Tyronn Lue can figure this out, otherwise the Clippers' upper limit can be increased.