Former Collingwood champion Tony Shaw has expressed his disappointment with the handling of Brisbane defender Jack Payne's significant knee injury during the team's 107-96 loss to GWS.

Payne suffered a ruptured patella tendon in a marking contest, and the stretcher cart brought him off the ground. However, the game was delayed for over 10 minutes as the cart was initially taken towards the Brisbane changerooms but faced difficulties getting through.

At the venue, Brisbane legend Alastair Lynch explained the issue in real-time, pointing out the confusion around the gate that accesses the Lions changerooms.

Shaw, who was also present, criticized the lack of organization and expressed sympathy for the injured Payne, highlighting the need for better coordination and management behind the scenes at the Gabba.

Despite the challenging situation, the Lions struggled on the field, continuing their run of poor form with inaccurate kicking costing them the game. The GWS key forward duo of Jesse Hogan and Aaron Cadman combined for 11 goals, overshadowing Brisbane's efforts. Young Lion Logan Morris managed to kick five goals, but he was the only multiple goal scorer for the team. GWS's Lachie Whitfield led the way with 33 disposals, while Lachie Neale contributed 25 disposals and a goal.