Complex sentence: Though he seems to afford Mal a greater deal more respect than implied by simply economics, the two frequently conflict over the proper course of action to take, and Jayne has stated his desire to lead his own crew.
Split into simpler sentences: Though he seems to afford Mal a great deal more respect than implied by his pay. The two frequently conflict over the proper course of action to take, and Jayne has stated his desire to lead his own crew.