On Media Day for the Supersonics, player statements during interviews became fodder for the media.
The media believed that within these, there certainly hid a dissatisfaction that could destabilize the Supersonics' pursuit of a fourth consecutive championship.
Chris Bosh's comments were the easiest to misinterpret.
Because Bosh claimed that his long-term sacrifices were an unhealthy state and, moreover, he was vague about the future.
Strangely, when on-site reporters interviewed Supersonics owner Clay Bennett, they equally failed to get a straight answer from the controversial tycoon.
Reporters asked Bennett whether the team would renew Bosh's contract.
Bennett replied, "Everything is in the plan."
Everything? Including Bosh's renewal?
Bennett laughed, "Let time answer that."
Without a clear answer, it was of course cause for speculation.