They belong to the kind of old friends who don't contact each other much, but the connection has never been broken. This habit has lasted for many years.
Yes, they were actually only teammates for one year.
But that year, the two emerging rookies happened to be each other's most solid shield.
Neither of them were favored by the Bulls, both were sidelined by Scottie Pippen.
Toni Kukoc was the only one in the locker room who fully supported Roger.
Roger was also the only one who looked at Kukoc without prejudice.
They became each other's support during the hardest times.
So, even though they were teammates for just one year, their bond remains deep.
And if Toni Kukoc really goes to China to play next season, it means their years-long connection will be interrupted for the first time.
Roger almost choked upon hearing this news; he didn't expect the "teammate CBA" joke to become reality.
