1.   If Sonic point guard Gary Payton were a cognitive study, he would drive the most astute psychologist crazy.

2.   Sonic point guard Gary Payton prefers the challenge of the moment.

3.   Sonic point guard Gary Payton said neither he nor his teammates are worried.

4.   Sonic point guard Gary Payton stood just a few feet away and bellowed the same sentiment.

5.   The deal was apparently finalized when Sonic point guard Gary Payton issued his approval.

6.   The Sonic point guard raced up court and scored an uncontested layup for the game-winner.