GAME 11: PORTLAND TRAILBLAZERS

It was only two games ago that these teams took battle in an epic East Coast vs. West Coast showdown. Despite Collins chipping in a solid 1 point, the Nets surprisingly lost lost by 28 points at home. For seem reason I did not notice that during these last team;s contest, Collins attempted a three-pointer. The reason for such a foolish play is undetermined, and obviously the attempt did not go in. Last year Collins was allowed to attempt 5 3-pointers in the final game against the New York Knicks. With another game against the Blazers on the schedule, perhaps Collins would find that shooter's urge again.

The final line: 34 mins 8 rebounds 3 assists 1 turnover 1 block 4 fouls 4 points

It was actually one of the better games of the season for Collins. He logged a season high in minutes and also turned in a season high in rebounds. One discouraging sign is that for the second straight game, he attempted a season high four shots. It comes as no surpise the Nets lost these games considering the game plan is typically keep the ball away from Collins. Next up for the Nets are the high-flying Suns against the slow footed Collins.