We still found a way to bond together.”Īfter returning to the lineup on Feb. Everybody had things they were dealing with, all the way up to Coach. “You have to applaud this team,” said Gay. The trio of Gay, Leonard and LaMarcus Aldridge in the lineup was intriguing but never materialized because of Leonard’s absence. The Spurs envisioned Gay playing a prominent role when they signed the veteran forward last summer. Gay played in 57 games with the Spurs, averaging 11.5 points and 5.1 rebounds last season.ĭespite missing 23 games to recover from right heel bursitis, Gay did help the injury-plagued Spurs stay afloat in the Western Conference last season. The move comes days after Kawhi Leonard has expressed his desire to be traded, as his relationship status with the Spurs remains unresolved following months of turmoil.
