Wallace went on to describe something Hansen had often heard from other black basketball stars' stories: joining gangs, getting involved in flour transactions, street brawls.
If it weren't for basketball, they would probably have been found dead in some street corner one day.
This is the United States, or rather, an experience common to many young African-Americans from the lower class.
From Guy's reminder to Conley's description, and finally to Wallace's account, it was like putting together puzzle pieces that eventually formed a complete picture of Randolph.
After breakfast, Hansen knew how he was going to solve the problem he had with Randolph.
Before the start of the training class, Hansen had Conley arrange a meeting with Randolph.
After training, Conley brought them together at a nearby cafe.
Randolph was somewhat restless, not knowing that Conley had also invited Hansen.
As Hansen sat down, he pulled out a piece of paper from his pocket and handed it to Randolph.