The aura of the defending champion has not faded, the journey of the new season has begun, the preseason is full of gunsmoke, the victory horn is sounded again and again, the three-game winning streak is undoubtedly exciting, but in this cheer, there is a trace of worry quietly spreading, like an undercurrent, pointing to the backcourt player Gary · Payton II
The once defensive stalwart is now in trouble, lackluster on the offensive end and a little sluggish on the defensive end, Payton has fallen far short of expectations, shooting 0-of-1 from three-point range in 12:53 minutes, scoring just one point, one rebound, two assists and one block, which is a bit embarrassing for a player with an annual salary of $9.1 million
Looking back at last season, Payton can contribute 5.5 points, 2.6 rebounds and 1.1 assists per game, although the statistics are not impressive, but at least he can contribute on both offensive and defensive ends, so far in the preseason, he has averaged only 1 point per game, and the shooting percentage is as low as 20%, compared to 56.3% last season, it is almost like two
What caused Payton's form to decline so much? What is the impact of injuries? Or is it a change in the tactical system? Or is it a fluctuation in your own competitive form? Accounts differ and opinions vary
Payton almost lost his ability to score and became a "black hole" for the team, unable to create opportunities for his teammates and use his personal ability to tear apart the opponent's defense, but instead compressed the offensive space of other players and made the team's offensive system look sluggish
Payton's enthusiasm is still commendable, he struggles to grab every ball, tries to infect his teammates with his energy, and is limited by his size, he is unable to face some tall and strong opponents, his defensive efficiency has decreased, and the team's overall defensive system has some holes
The $9.1 million contract, for Payton, used to be an affirmation, a recognition of his contributions on the court, but now this contract is like a heavy stone, weighing him down, if he can't get back in shape, this contract is likely to become a "garbage contract" for the Warriors
Warriors management is also aware of Payton's problem, and they are actively looking for a solution, they will try to change Payton's role on the team, let him be more involved in the defensive system, play to his defensive strengths, and they will consider trading Payton in exchange for other players who are better suited to the team
Payton's future is uncertain, and he will need to adjust his form as soon as possible to regain his former confidence in order to prove his worth again, and he will likely be eliminated from the competition in the competition
For Payton, it's not just a basketball game, it's a battle for self-redemption, and it remains to be seen if he can overcome himself
The Warriors have a deep roster and fierce competition for backcourt players, and if Payton can't improve his performance, he is likely to lose his position, and players like Curry, Thompson, Poole and others are eyeing up and waiting for their chance
Payton needs to work harder to improve his shooting percentage and offensive skills, and he also needs to improve his physical fitness and matchup ability to better limit opponents on the defensive end
Time is running out, Payton needs to make changes as soon as possible, and he needs to prove himself with real actions to earn the trust of the coaching staff and fans
For the Warriors, Payton's sluggish form is undoubtedly a warning, and they need to seriously rethink the team's tactical system, as well as the individual state of the players, in order to go far in the new season
The new season has just begun, anything is possible, can Payton turn the tide and prove himself again? Can the Warriors defend their title and achieve another success? Let's look forward to it together
In the fiercely competitive NBA arena, he never believes in tears, only believes in strength, and Payton needs to prove himself with his own strength in order to survive the brutal competition
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Payton's future is in his own hands, and he needs to use his own hard work and sweat to write his own basketball story
The success of the Warriors is inseparable from the contribution of every player, and Payton needs to find his form to make a greater contribution to the team
The new NBA season is full of challenges and opportunities, and let's wait and see if Payton can seize the opportunity
Payton was once an important member of the Warriors, and his contribution on the defensive end cannot be ignored, and he has impressed fans with his aggressive and tenacious defense
The brutality of competitive sports is that it only focuses on results, not the past, and if Payton can't prove his worth in the new season, he will likely be abandoned by the team
A $9.1 million contract is a small amount for a championship-winning team, and if Payton can't match it, it's a lot of money
Warriors management has tough choices to make, and they need to weigh the pros and cons and think about the long-term development of the team
Full of uncertainty, he needs to use his performance to win the future
In the highly competitive NBA arena, nothing is eternal, and only by constantly improving yourself can you be invincible
Payton needs to be more focused on the game and be more efficient, and he needs to find his rhythm on the offensive end and be more proactive on the defensive end
He also needs to work better with his team-mates and integrate into the team's tactical system so that he can get the most out of himself
The Warriors coaching staff also needs to provide more detailed guidance to Payton to help him find solutions to problems, and they need to develop more rational tactical arrangements based on Payton's characteristics
Fans also need to give Payton more encouragement and support to help him get through this difficult time, and it's normal for a player to have ups and downs, and no one can stay at the top of their game forever
Peyton's career is just getting started, and he still has plenty of opportunities to prove himself, and he needs to stay positive and face challenges with courage
In the world of basketball, there are no shortcuts, and success can only be achieved through continuous hard work
Payton needs to learn how to better control his emotions, how to stay calm under pressure, and he needs to learn how to read the game better and how to use it to his advantage
He also needs to learn how to communicate better with his teammates and how to better integrate into the team culture
These are the qualities that a professional player needs to have, and that's what Payton needs to keep improving
In the future of the Warriors, they have a group of good players, and they have a united team
As long as they can keep up their good form, they will be able to do well in the new season
With the future of the Warriors at stake, he needs to repay the team's trust and fan support with his performance
In the NBA, every game is a battle, and every game is a test
Payton needs to use his quality to win every game to prove his worth
He needs to show everyone with his actions that he's still the fearless defensive stalwart
He needs to prove that the $9.1 million contract is not a "garbage contract"
He needs to work hard to win his own glory
Warriors fans, please continue to support Payton and trust him to overcome the odds and get back on his feet
He's still the scrappy player, he's still the trusty team-mate
He will be able to play better in the new season and contribute more to the team
He was able to prove it all with his actions
In his own hands, he needs to use his own hard work and sweat to write his own legend
Let's look forward to seeing Payton refresh in the new season and bring more surprises to the Warriors
Let's look forward to the Warriors being able to achieve another brilliant season in the new season.