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1 HOUR AGO • Associated Press

Out Monday Payton (knee) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Pelicans.

Impact Payton was labeled questionable heading into the contest versus New Orleans, so the Warriors are opting to give the veteran some time to rest. His next chance to suit up will come against the Rockets on Wednesday.

7 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Monday Payton (left knee soreness) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against New Orleans.

Impact Payton's availability is uncertain ahead of Monday's contest, potentially leaving Golden State without one of its more disruptive perimeter defenders. If he's unable to suit up, the Warriors could redistribute his minutes among several reserves.

13 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Available Saturday Payton (calf) is active for Saturday's game against the Magic.

Impact Payton was questionable to suit up due to a right calf injury, but he will indeed be active and handle his typical role off the Warriors' bench. He's averaging 5.1 points, 1.8 rebounds and 0.7 steals in 13.4 minutes across nine outings in 2026-27.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Saturday Payton is questionable to play Saturday against the Magic due to right calf tightness.

Impact We'll have a better idea on Payton's status based on his activity level at Saturday's shootaround, but if he's forced to the sidelines, that would open up some minutes for Brandon Williams and De'Anthony Melton. LJ Cryer would also have the opportunity to get into the rotation sans Payton.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Provides defensive spark Payton accumulated five points (2-4 FG, 1-3 3Pt), two rebounds, two assists and one steal over 15 minutes during Sunday's 124-112 victory over the Clippers.

Impact Payton delivered his usual complementary production in a limited bench role, contributing a steal and a three-pointer without requiring much offensive involvement. His defensive activity can occasionally provide value in deeper leagues, but his modest minutes and scoring opportunities leave him with little appeal in standard formats.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet outing in loss Payton ended Saturday's 131-122 loss to the Suns with two points (1-3 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and one rebound in 17 minutes.

Impact Payton logged double-digit minutes for a third straight game to open the regular season, though he didn't make much of an impact. The veteran guard is averaging 6.3 points and 1.3 rebounds in 15.3 minutes per tilt so far this season.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Goes scoreless over 19 minutes Payton (rest) contributed zero points (0-1 FG, 0-1 3Pt), two rebounds and one steal over 19 minutes in Saturday's 111-106 preseason win over the Kings.

Impact Payton did not travel for Wednesday's exhibition in Portland, but he returned to the floor for Saturday's preseason game. With the offseason addition of Brandon Williams, Payton could have a tough time consistently getting into the rotation this season.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting out Wednesday Payton (rest) is out for Wednesday's preseason game against the Trail Blazers, Dalton Johnson of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

Impact Payton is among several rotation players Golden State is holding out Wednesday during a preseason back-to-back. The veteran guard remains in the mix for a reserve role after appearing in a career-high 73 games during the 2025-26 regular season.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Warriors' free agency move already looks perplexing after one game The Golden State Warriors prioritized a reunion with Gary Payton II for a second-straight offseason, bringing the veteran guard back on a mi...

OCTOBER 6 • BLUEMANHOOP.COM

Records two steals Payton finished with six points (3-5 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 0-2 FT), two steals and one assist in 11 minutes during Sunday's 104-101 preseason loss to the Clippers.

Impact Payton made his usual impact defensively in limited action, recording two steals without committing a turnover. The 33-year-old re-signed with Golden State on a one-year deal during the offseason and should remain a situational defensive option in a crowded Warriors backcourt.

OCTOBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Brandon Williams' unusual fit could be exactly what the Warriors need. Gary Payton II is familiar with how tough of an assignment Brandon Williams is. During their short stints with the Portland Trail Blazers ba...

OCTOBER 1 • BLUEMANHOOP.COM

Warriors may regret Gary Payton II decision after Knicks steal Bruce Brown The Golden State Warriors once again prioritized a reunion with Gary Payton II in free agency, but it's a decision they may come to regret a...

SEPTEMBER 17 • BLUEMANHOOP.COM

Gary Payton II's path to justifying his Warriors return continues to get narrower The Golden State Warriors, up until the latter portions of the offseason, largely chose to run it back with the same roster they had in 2025...

SEPTEMBER 14 • BLUEMANHOOP.COM

"You could've had 60" - Gary Payton recalls how his father was never satisfied even when he scored 40 points Even a 40-point game wasn’t enough to impress Gary Payton’s pops.

AUGUST 31 • BASKETBALLNETWORK.NET

76ers could find a perfect midseason trade target in a Warriors fire sale The Philadelphia 76ers could set their sights on Gary Payton II the moment the Warriors hold an inevitable fire sale.

AUGUST 22 • THESIXERSENSE.COM

"GP is an OG and he isn't stressing" - Derek Fisher credits Gary Payton for making his iconic 0.4 game-winner possible D-Fish tips his to GP for perfectly reading the situation.

AUGUST 20 • BASKETBALLNETWORK.NET

Warriors' Free-Agent Wing Target Sits with Stephen Curry at Valkyries Game Dalen Terry could be the Golden State Warriors' next free-agent signing. Terry was seen sitting with Stephen Curry and Gary Payton II at the...

AUGUST 18 • SI.COM

Warriors still have a buy-low Moses Moody substitute waiting for them on the market The Golden State Warriors— even after bringing back Draymond Green, Kristaps Porzingis, Al Horford, De'Anthony Melton, and Gary Payton II— s...

AUGUST 10 • BLUEMANHOOP.COM

Warriors may have already set the stage for a captivating training camp battle Even after their extension of Draymond Green and their reunion with Gary Payton II, the Golden State Warriors still have two roster spots to...

AUGUST 6 • BLUEMANHOOP.COM

Warriors still interested in former Jimmy Butler teammate to complete roster The Golden State Warriors have two open roster spots after signing Gary Payton II in the last week, and they still have their eyes set on on...

AUGUST 5 • BLUEMANHOOP.COM

Warriors' next free agency focus is abundantly clear after Gary Payton II reunion When the LeBron James sweepstakes came to an end, the Golden State Warriors still had a little wiggle room— at least in theory. They hadn't...

AUGUST 4 • BLUEMANHOOP.COM

Warriors' Gary Payton II signing makes promising youngster's path even steeper When the offseason started, the possibilities seemed relatively wide for the Golden State Warriors. But as they re-signed De'Anthony Melton,...

AUGUST 3 • BLUEMANHOOP.COM

Blazers' latest move makes Warriors' Gary Payton II signing look even worse Golden State Warriors' fans continue to lament the front office's lack of risk-taking after the return of Gary Payton II on a minimum contra...

AUGUST 2 • BLUEMANHOOP.COM

Warriors eye Al Horford insurance with latest free agency target After confirming the returns of De'Anthony Melton and Gary Payton II, the Golden State Warriors now have two open roster spots with which to...

AUGUST 2 • BLUEMANHOOP.COM

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