That's the big contract, I think.
The team needs time to jell, everyone has to get used to Payton's habits. They could really be at least 5-4 or 6-3, not to sound lame but they've blown a lot of fourth quarter leads.
Also, Walter McCarty should never be allowed on an NBA court. He is godawful. I really like what I've seen of the young guys, Jefferson is a beast. Perkins is coming along, Allen is a solid slasher/defender. Banks isn't making the stupid turnovers, I suspect having Gary around has helped his development.
I think by late December/Early January they should be hitting their stride.