How mentally weak is this kid to sit out because he's getting a little criticism? Didn't he know that was part of being a professional athlete? If you're a teams highest paid player, you're going to have to handle the pressure that comes with it. Otherwise don't sign the contract and go back to Q Cup.
Talk about first world problems... If he has other shit going on in his life then fair enough, but if this is just all down to being criticised for his performances, then it's hard to feel sorry for him.