Embarrassingly poor excuse.
Roger just glanced at him but said nothing.
However, Roger's eyes already said it all; that look of disappointment was impossible to hide.
Roger didn't even know why he had hoped for something from Gary Payton. In the playoffs over the last two seasons, Roger faced Gary Payton. Honestly, his skills were less than half of what they used to be.
Is there anything left to admire about Gary Payton?
Perhaps, that unwilling-to-give-up heart is the only thing still commendable about him.
Why did Roger agree to sign the Glove? Probably because the Warriors needed someone with a heart like his.
He might not have strong individual capabilities, but he could bring strength to the team like Udonis Haslem; every team needs such a veteran.
But now? He doesn't even have that heart anymore; he cannot bring strength to anyone.
He became the first to leave Roger's private training camp because of so-called "pride."
