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• GP2 ruled out of Warriors-Kings NBA Play-In Tournament clash

Warriors coach Steve Kerr confirmed Gary Payton II will miss Tuesday's NBA Play-In Tournament game against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center....2024
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• Kuminga, GP2 ruled out for pivotal Warriors-Pelicans showdown

The Warriors will be without Jonathan Kuminga and Gary Payton II when they take on the Pelicans on Friday night....2024
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• Watch GP2's wholesome moment with Ferrell, young fan after Dubs' win

Gary Payton II made two fans' nights when the Warriors faced the Lakers in Los Angeles....2024
• How GP2 overcame 2016 draft snub with help from coach

Gary Payton II shared how a coach helped him overcome not getting selected in the 2016 NBA Draft....2024
• Draymond Green's shoving match with Desmond Bane leads to Taylor Jenkins getting knocked to floor

Gary Payton II got pushed into Jenkins, who then wound up falling down...2024
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• NBA Hall of Famer Gary Payton Says LeBron James is Staying with Lakers
NBA Hall of Famer Gary Payton was asked about the ongoing rumors pertaining to LeBron James potentially leaving the Los Angeles Lakers this offseason. The 20-time All-Star has a $51.41 million player option for 2024-25 that he could decline in the months ahead. “LeBron did what he wanted — [what] he was supposed to. He […] The post NBA Hall of Famer Gary Payton Says LeBron James is Sta...2024
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• GP2 returns to Warriors practice, listed as day-to-day

The Warriors shared an encouraging update on the injury status of Gary Payton II on Tuesday....2024
• Warriors receive encouraging news on GP2, Moody injuries

The Warriors finally received good news Monday when Gary Payton II and Moses Moody were cleared for light individual on-court workouts....2024
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• Warriors’ Moses Moody, Gary Payton II to miss more time with injuries

Third-year Warriors wing Moses Moody has been cleared to resume “light individual on-court workouts” after missing the past 12 days with a grade 1 left calf strain, but he’ll miss at least another week....2024
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• Warriors’ Gary Payton II to miss multiple weeks with hamstring strain: Sources
Golden State Warriors guard Gary Payton II will miss several weeks due to a left hamstring strain, league sources told The Athletic on Wednesday. Payton just returned over the weekend after a calf injury sidelined him for a month. Payton sustained the hamstring strain in the third quarter of Golden State’s 121-115 win against the Orlando Magic on Tuesday. Gary Payton II went to the locker room af...2024
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• Gary Payton II Out Several Weeks With Hamstring Strain

Gary Payton II will miss the next several weeks with a hamstring strain, the Golden State Warriors announced. There is no timetable for Payton's return. Payton had recently returned from a calf injury that kept him out for a month. "People may not realize it, but his energy is consistent every day - every practice, every game. Him coming back has been huge for us. So I hope what it is isn't going ...2024
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• GP2 sustains hamstring injury in Warriors' win vs. Magic

Gary Payton II was injured again in the Warriors' 121-115 win over the Orlando Magic on Tuesday at Chase Center....2024
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• GP2 suffers another calf injury in Warriors' win vs. Magic

Gary Payton II was injured again in the Warriors' 121-115 win over the Orlando Magic on Tuesday at Chase Center....2024
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• Gary Payton II injury update: Warriors guard out indefinitely with torn calf, per report

Golden State has suffered a costly injury...2023
• Dillon Brooks ejected for dirty nut punch in Rockets debut after 5 minutes

Dillon Brooks is up to his old, dirty tricks. Dillon Brooks is starting the 2023-2024 season on a new team, but he’s still up to his old tricks. The veteran wing signed a four-year, $80 million contract with the Houston Rockets over the offseason after the team that drafted and developed him, the Memphis Grizzlies, said he would not be brought back under any circumstances. After landing a huge ba...2023
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• Dillon Brooks clowned himself off the Grizzlies and into NBA free agency
Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images The Grizzlies told Dillon Brooks he isn’t worth the headache There is no reason Dillon Brooks should be one of the biggest names in the NBA. The 27-year-old forward wasn’t a first round draft pick, he’s never been anywhere close to an All-Star, and he’s never been part of a championship team. Still, Brooks became one of the most recognizable players in...2023
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• DeMarcus Cousins Isn't Making It Easy, but He's Trying to Make It Work with Karl
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• Dwyane Wade, Miami Heat Keep Evolving Together in Order to Breed Success
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"Gary Payton II got pushed into Jenkins, who then wound up falling down"

2023
"The Warriors are expected to start Gary Payton II in Game 4 of their Western Conference semifinal series against the Lakers on Monday, league sources told The Athletic."

2022
"NBA Finals: Gary Payton says Warriors need to play Gary Payton II in Game 2, and he might get his wish"

2021
"Warriors have unlocked a monster in Gary Payton II, whose high-flying highlights are becoming must-see TV"

2020
"No matter what Michael Jordan believes, Gary Payton gave him plenty of trouble"

2019
"The short-handed Wizards received permission to sign two hardship players this week, adding Gary Payton II and Johnathan Williams, and both were in the starting lineup for Saturday tonight’s game with the Knicks."

2018
"EL SEGUNDO – The Los Angeles Lakers have signed guard Gary Payton II to a two-way contract,"

2017
"Gary Payton and George Karl spent seven seasons together with the Seattle SuperSonics, so The Glove is intimately familiar with the longtime NBA coach."

2016
"Gary Payton doesn't think he could have played in this era, but it isn't for any lack of self-confidence."

2015
"Wade also spent time alongside greats such as Alonzo Mourning, Gary Payton and Penny Hardaway, albeit at the tail end of their careers."

2014
"Although he was far from the ideal talent and left more questions than he did answers in his wake, he's one of only 10 players to eclipse 16,000 points, 2,500 rebounds, 6,000 assists and 1,000 steals, an exclusive list that also includes Magic Johnson, Clyde Drexler, Scottie Pippen, Isiah Thomas, Gary Payton, Kidd and Stockton."

• How GP2 overcame 2016 draft snub with help from coach
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• West Notes: Lakers, LeBron James, Spurs, Victor Wembanyama, Suns

Lakers There’s been a lot of chatter about what LeBron James may do next, given that he has an option on his contract at the end of the season. But according to former point guard Gary Payton, James will remain precisely where he is — with the Lakers. “He’s been traveling too many times, been […] The post West Notes: Lakers, LeBron James, Spurs, Victor Wembanyama, Suns appe...2024
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• Gary Payton: LeBron James Will Finish His Career With Lakers

NBA legend Gary Payton believes LeBron James will finish his career with the Los Angeles Lakers. LeBron can become an unrestricted free agent this offseason if he declines his 2024-25 player option with the Lakers worth $51.4 million, but Payton doesn’t think The King is going anywhere. “LeBron did what he wanted — [what] he […] The post Gary Payton: LeBron James Will Finis...2024
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• Gary Payton Weighs In on LeBron James’ Future at the Lakers
Former Laker and Basketball Hall-of-Famer Gary Payton has weighed in on where he thinks LeBron James should finish his career, amid a week of wild rumors. ESPN this week dropped the bombshell news that the Warriors enquired about LeBron at the trade deadline, a deal which LeBron and the Lakers weren’t willing to explore. James […] The post Gary Payton Weighs In on LeBron James’ Future ...2024
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• Jordan Poole’s play has cratered since Draymond Green punched him in the face

Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports The downfall of Jordan Poole has been dramatic to watch. It wasn’t long ago that Jordan Poole was a rising young star for the Golden State Warriors. As the team made its unlikely run to the 2022 NBA championship, Poole was a key scorer off the bench, as well as Golden State’s biggest success story from their “two timelines” approach. Whatever the Warriors’ futu...2024
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• Why Kerr doesn't envision Warriors making big moves at deadline

Steve Kerr believes the returns of Chris Paul and Gary Payton II likely will provide the Warriors with a bigger boost than any trade deadline move....2024
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• LeBron James has somehow faced 10 father-son duos in NBA career

Photo by Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images This is the ultimate proof of LeBron’s longevity. LeBron James was on his way to another masterclass performance on Saturday night against the Golden State Warriors when ABC announcer Mike Breen put his historic dominance in a new light. As he faced off against Warriors rookie big man Trayce Jackson-Davis, the son of long-time NBA forward Dale ...2024
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• Dillon Brooks ejected for dirty nut punch in Rockets debut after 5 minutes
2023

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• Austin Reaves Recounts Moment with Gary Payton Sr After Game 2
Gary Payton is a big fan of Austin Reaves’ game and he made sure to let Reaves know after Game 2 against Golden State. Reaves has been a bright spark for the Lakers this season and has jelled perfectly with incoming players from the February trade deadline, like D’Angelo Russell, and plays well off their […] The post Austin Reaves Recounts Moment with Gary Payton Sr After Game 2 ...2023
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• Dillon Brooks clowned himself off the Grizzlies and into NBA free agency
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• Jordan Poole’s play has cratered since Draymond Green punched him in the face
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• Warriors expected to start Gary Payton II in Game 4 vs. Lakers, per sources: What’s the risk?
The Warriors are expected to start Gary Payton II in Game 4 of their Western Conference semifinal series against the Lakers on Monday, league sources told The Athletic. Here’s what you need to know: Payton has averaged 14.4 minutes across nine games in the playoffs so far. He’s averaged 5.6 points on 62.2 percent shooting, along with 3.7 rebounds. The Warriors have rotated their fifth...2023
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• Dillon Brooks clowned himself off the Grizzlies and into NBA free agency
2023

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• Dillon Brooks isn’t good enough to be the main character of 2023 NBA Playoffs
Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports Dillion Brooks is the main character the NBA Playoffs never needed. The role of the NBA agitator has been around almost as long as the league itself. These players come in all shapes, sizes, and skill levels. Michael Jordan, Larry Bird, and Kevin Garnett were all-times greats who knew how to needle their opponents while dominating them. Bill Laimbeer, Dennis R...2023
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• NBA News: Gary Payton II, Paul George updates, Willis Reed passes away
Injury updates for Paul George and Gary Payton II dominate the NBA news today, along with the passing of Knicks legend, Willis Reed. As the regular season winds down, injuries and their effect on the NBA standings and playoff picture are of increasing importance. Karl-Anthony Towns returns tonight after a 51-game absence and the rest […] NBA News: Gary Payton II, Paul George updates, Willis ...2023
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• Warriors coach Steve Kerr offers up hopeful Andre Iguodala update for Game 3 vs. Grizzlies
The Golden State Warriors need to find a way to contain Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant, who went off for 47 points in a Game 2 win on Tuesday night. After losing Gary Payton II to a scary elbow injury because of Dillon Brooks’ dirty foul, the Dubs didn’t have a lockdown defender who could […] The post Warriors coach Steve Kerr offers up hopeful Andre Iguodala update for Game 3 ...2022
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• Warriors star Stephen Curry speaks out on Gary Payton II’s injury after Dillon Brooks’ ‘foul’
The series between the Golden State Warriors and Memphis Grizzlies is all tied up. Ja Morant’s crew took Game 2 106-101, and the All-Star guard had a game-high 47 points. The defeat left the Warriors frustrated and concerned, but it wasn’t because they lost a winnable game. It was because Gary Payton II fractured his […] The post Warriors star Stephen Curry speaks out on Gary Payton II...2022
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• Miles Bridges reveals Warriors player not named Stephen Curry who single-handedly beat Hornets
San Francisco, CA – There aren’t many games where Stephen Curry isn’t the best player on his team, but Wednesday night was one of those nights. The Golden State Warriors received a scoring outburst from Jordan Poole, who finished with 31 points. Although he had a fantastic night, you can argue that Gary Payton II […] The post Miles Bridges reveals Warriors player not named ...2021
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• Heat's Jimmy Butler matches LeBron James, Gary Payton with historic triple-double in Game 5 win over Lakers
Butler had 35 points, 12 rebounds and 11 assists for his second 30-point triple-double of the NBA Finals...2020
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• Wizards bring back Gary Payton II
The Washington Wizards signed guard Gary Payton II today. Payton (6-3, 190) has played in 16 games (15 starts) this season for the South Bay Lakers, averaging 21.4 points, 9.5 rebounds, 6.8 assists and a NBA G League-leading 3.2 steals per game. Payton has tallied 14 double-doubles this season (nine point-rebound and five point-assist). The [...]...2019
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• Watch GP2's wholesome moment with Ferrell, young fan after Dubs' win
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• Dillon Brooks ejected for dirty nut punch in Rockets debut after 5 minutes
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• Jonathan Kuminga Addresses the Pressure He’s Facing at Golden State
Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga is determined to have a breakout season in the upcoming NBA campaign and cement his spot as a regular rotation player. The 20-year-old was impressive in moments last season with his suffocating defense, improved shot-making and explosive finishes. However, largely due to the team getting Andrew Wiggins and Gary Payton II […] The post Jonathan Kuminga Address...2023
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• Dillon Brooks isn’t good enough to be the main character of 2023 NBA Playoffs
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• Warriors’ Gary Payton II gets major surprise from dad during live interview
Golden State Warriors stud Gary Payton Jr. recently went live with the crew of NBA TV to discuss his recent surge for the Dubs. The 28-year-old was right in the middle of the interview when his dad, Hall of Fame point guard Gary Payton, jumped in on the discussion to surprise his son. It’s always […] The post Warriors’ Gary Payton II gets major surprise from dad during live inter...2021
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• Warriors star Stephen Curry explains ‘dope’ no-look lob pass to Gary Payton II
SAN FRANCISCO — The Golden State Warriors are known for making it rain from 3-point land, but Thursday night, the most memorable moments were thunderous dunks from Andrew Wiggins and Gary Payton II. Every dunk they threw down with authority made the crowd go insane. The Bay Area is the home of the Splash Brothers, […] The post Warriors star Stephen Curry explains ‘dope’ no-...2021
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• Gary Payton drops hilarious truth bomb about ex-wife amid son’s breakout for Warriors
Gary Payton II has been a revelation for the Golden State Warriors this season. The 28-year-old is in the midst of arguably his best season as a pro, and his father, Hall of Fame point guard Gary Payton, could not be more proud. Gary Sr., however, had a hilarious admission as he talked about his […] The post Gary Payton drops hilarious truth bomb about ex-wife amid son’s breakout for W...2021
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• Warriors’ Gary Payton II reveals which ‘gift’ he didn’t get from Hall Of Fame dad
San Francisco, CA – The Golden State Warriors have found a gem this season in Gary Payton II. His play coming off of the bench for the Dubs has been extraordinary. Every game, he pulls off a highlight dunk and makes plays all over the court. But his specialty is shutting down opposing players. Exactly […] The post Warriors’ Gary Payton II reveals which ‘gift’ he didn’t get from H...2021
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• Family ties: Payton II named G League DPOY

Gary Payton II was named the G League's Defensive Player of the Year -- a trophy that comes 26 years after his father, Basketball Hall of Famer Gary Payton, won the NBA's Defensive Player of the Year award....2021

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• Warriors expected to start Gary Payton II in Game 4 vs. Lakers, per sources: What’s the risk?
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• Gary Payton and Shawn Kemp Reunite to Watch Sons Play College Hoops
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• NBA Finals: Gary Payton says Warriors need to play Gary Payton II in Game 2, and he might get his wish
After a DNP in Game 1, Warriors coach Steve Kerr said Payton II should be available for more minutes on Sunday...2022
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• Gary Payton Says He 'Could Never Play Basketball in This Soft Era'
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• Gary Payton II injury update: Warriors guard hasn't ruled out return if Golden State make Finals, per report
Payton will reportedly be out at least three weeks...2022

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• Warriors' GPII strains hamstring in 2nd game back

Warriors forward Gary Payton II, playing in just his second game after missing 13 because of a right calf strain, was forced to make an early exit Tuesday night against the Magic after straining his left hamstring....2024
• Dillon Brooks ejected for dirty nut punch in Rockets debut after 5 minutes
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• Warriors shaking up starting lineup with 1 shocking move to combat Lakers
The Warriors are shaking up the starting lineup for Game 4 as Steve Kerr looks to combat the Lakers, but the move to do so is a shocking one. Gary Payton II played a massive role for the Golden State Warriors a year ago as they rolled through the NBA Playoffs, into the NBA Finals […] Warriors shaking up starting lineup with 1 shocking move to combat Lakers - FanSided - FanSided - Sport...2023
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• Warriors expected to start Gary Payton II in Game 4 vs. Lakers, per sources: What’s the risk?
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• Dillon Brooks clowned himself off the Grizzlies and into NBA free agency
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• Dillon Brooks isn’t good enough to be the main character of 2023 NBA Playoffs
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• NBA News: Gary Payton II, Paul George updates, Willis Reed passes away
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• Warriors’ Gary Payton II Out At Least 10 More Days
Veteran guard Gary Payton II is making “good progress” in his recovery from a right adductor injury, but still isn’t close to playing for the Warriors, the team announced on Monday evening (Twitter link). According to the Warriors’ announcement, Payton has been doing daily physical rehab work with the training staff to strengthen his adductor/core […]...2023
• Gary Payton II injury update: Warriors hope reacquired guard can return from core issue before playoffs

The Warriors got Payton back from the Blazers at the trade deadline...2023
• Gary Payton II’s status for Warriors in 2022 NBA Finals, revealed
The Golden State Warriors are headed to the 2022 NBA Finals. Fortunately for them, they are also getting reinforcements as they advance in the NBA playoffs. Gary Payton II is finally nearing a return to the court. Payton fractured his elbow after getting fouled hard by Memphis Grizzlies wing Dillon brooks during the conference semifinals. […] The post Gary Payton II’s status for Warrio...2022
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