Amazing to me that someone could have so little competitive fire...
Holman doesnt seem to slide over early enough on help defense. When someone beats a guard off the dribble, Holman often times seems to let the points go. Total guess- I am guessing its to not draw inevitable fouls that come from when big men slide over too late.
That, to me, doesnt equate to a lack of competitive fire. Did you really not see Holman in the closing minutes? He was extremely active in the full court press and helped trap a player off an inbounds pass to cause a turnover. He also dove on the floor for a loose ball in the last couple minutes.
I dont understand why his play is seen as lacking competitive fire. No- he isnt some outwardly emotional player that flies all over the place. He isnt a bigger version of Lamar Peters. If he were, I am sure he would be criticized over and again for letting his competitive emotions get the best of him. I am sure of that because the one thing I know for sure about all this is that SPS will tear a player down regardless of what the do or dont do. Damned either way when there are this many opinions given.