My first reaction is a bit of frustration.
Hollins is mostly a role player, but, he appears to be one that plays a positive role for the Mavs.
It's clear that Damp can not be a front line starter, night in and night out for 82 games. We would be fortunate to get a solid 41 games out of Damp...thus we need other players to fill the added time. Gooden and Hollins appeared to be a nice mix of role players who could contribute for those games that Damp is worthless on the court.
That in mind, I would have prefered Gortat...but our offer was matched...now is Hollins worth matching? It all depends, who's available as a role player center...if there is nothing else available...then the Mavs must consider matching.
Of course, we might be able to do a sign/trade in order to get some "Draft" compensation from the T-Wolves!!! Is he worth a 1st rounder to the Wolves?
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