Gary Payton II News, Rumors, Updates - Golden State Warriors

"After the game, I'mma whoop his a—" - Shaquille O' Neal tells his version of the infamous Gary Payton-Hubie Brown altercation Whether it was opponents, teammates, or coaches, Gary Payton was never afraid to let people hear exactly what he was thinking.

MAY 22 • BASKETBALLNETWORK.NET

Jason Kidd recalls how Gary Payton motivated him the first time they met: "You're pretty good, but I'd kill you all day long" Kidd and Payton came from the same neighborhood in Oakland.

MAY 4 • BASKETBALLNETWORK.NET

"Nobody could guard him, not right now" - Gary Payton explains why Michael Jordan would dominate the modern NBA with ease Payton thinks MJ would perform with ease under today’s offense-friendly rules.

MAY 1 • BASKETBALLNETWORK.NET

Gary Payton advocates that the NBA lift the lifetime ban on Michael Porter. Jr.'s brother, as he compares him to Nikola Jokic Porter sought his fortune in the team whose consultant is Gary Payton.

APRIL 22 • BASKETBALLNETWORK.NET

"It's time to go" - Gary Payton predicts a sold-out Seattle return in 2028 and a hype level that rivals Los Angeles Gary Payton reveals why the Seattle SuperSonics' 2028 return will sell out in an hour and rival the star power of Los Angeles.

APRIL 22 • BASKETBALLNETWORK.NET

Poor production continues Payton finished Friday's 111-96 Play-In Game loss to the Suns with four points (2-4 FG, 0-1 3Pt), three rebounds and three assists over 26 minutes.

Impact Payton scored no more than six points for the third straight game, closing out what was an indifferent season. Although he was well outside the top 200, his efforts over the final month were far improved. In 14 games during that time, he averaged 10.9 points, 4.4 rebounds and 1.4 steals, good enough for top 100 value.

APRIL 18 • ROTOWIRE

Gary Payton said putting his inner circle on a budget kept him from going broke: "They had to earn their money" Payton is clear about balancing generosity with financial discipline.

APRIL 12 • BASKETBALLNETWORK.NET

Devin Carter scores 29 points to lead the Kings to a 124-118 win over the Warriors

Devin Carter scored a career-high 29 points and the Sacramento Kings missed an opportunity to improve their draft position by beating the Golden State Warriors 124-118

APRIL 11 • Associated Press

Ejected Friday Payton was ejected in the fourth quarter of Friday's game against the Kings after being assessed his second technical foul, Dalton Johnson of NBC Sports Bay Area reports. He'll fin...

Impact Payton picked up his first technical foul in the third quarter and received another in the fourth. Although he played just 15 minutes, he scored in double figures for a fourth consecutive contest and for the 15th time over his last 16 appearances.

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

Warriors guard sensationally clearing Victor Wembanyama in shock statistic Gary Payton II has enjoyed a renaissance at the Golden State Warriors over recent months, and nothing illustrates that more than a stunning...

APRIL 10 • BLUEMANHOOP.COM

Kevin Durant, Rockets spoil Stephen Curry's return from injury, beat Warriors 117-116

Alperen Sengun made the go-ahead layup with 11 seconds left on a pass from Kevin Durant, and the Houston Rockets held off Stephen Curry in his return after being sidelined more tha...

APRIL 6 • Associated Press

Stephen Curry set to return for Warriors against Rockets after two-month absence with knee injury

Two-time MVP Stephen Curry is set to return when the Golden State Warriors host Houston on Sunday night after missing 27 consecutive games — it would be his first game since Jan. 3...

APRIL 4 • Associated Press

Strong line off bench Payton supplied eight points (4-9 FG, 0-2 3Pt), 12 rebounds, two assists, one block and two steals across 27 minutes during Thursday's 118-111 loss to the Cavaliers.

Impact After missing Wednesday's game against the Spurs for injury maintenance, Payton responded with a terrific line Thursday. It's worth noting that Stephen Curry (knee) is targeting a return Sunday against Houston, so there's no real reason to chase this line from Payton.

APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE

Donovan Mitchell scores 25, Max Strus 24 as Cavaliers hold off Warriors 118-111

Donovan Mitchell had 25 points and six rebounds, Max Strus’ 3-pointer with 54 seconds left helped seal it as he scored 24, and the Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Golden State Warrior...

APRIL 3 • Associated Press

Available for Thursday Payton (knee) is available for Thursday's game against the Cavaliers.

Impact Payton will be back in action after sitting out the front end of this back-to-back set for maintenance. With so many Warriors injured, Payton could see a sizable workload Thursday.

APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE

Podziemski and the Warriors take on Mitchell and the Cavaliers

Golden State takes on Cleveland in out-of-conference play

APRIL 2 • Associated Press

Victor Wembanyama's 41 points and 18 rebounds lead Spurs to 10th straight win, 127-113 over Warriors

Victor Wembanyama scored 41 points for the second straight game, grabbed 18 rebounds and blocked three shots, and the San Antonio Spurs ran away from the injury-plagued Golden Stat...

APRIL 2 • Associated Press

Won't play Wednesday Payton (knee) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Spurs.

Impact Payton will miss the front end of the Warriors' back-to-back set due to right knee injury management, but he should be available for Thursday's contest against the Cavaliers. Will Richard, Seth Curry and Nate Williams are all candidates to see a bump in minutes in Payton's absence.

APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Wednesday Payton is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Spurs due to right knee injury management.

Impact Payton could be held out of the front end of this back-to-back set, which would leave more minutes available for guys like Will Richard, Nate Williams and Seth Curry. However, Payton would likely see increased playing time if he's cleared to suit up due De'Anthony Melton (thumb) being unavailable.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Logs 15 points from bench Payton supplied 16 points (7-8 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-1 FT), five rebounds and one assist in 21 minutes during Sunday's 116-93 loss to the Nuggets.

Impact Although De'Anthony Melton returned to the starting lineup, his lingering knee injury appeared to be a factor. Payton stepped in frequently to relieve him and finished with the team's third-highest scoring total. Payton has played a pivotal role recently and has logged 11 consecutive double-digit scoring totals.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE

"I'm not really worried about that"- Gary Payton wants his former Sonics teammates' jerseys to get retired before his Payton insists his SuperSonics teammates deserve jersey retirements before his iconic No. 20.

MARCH 30 • BASKETBALLNETWORK.NET

Jokic has 25 points, 15 rebounds, Nuggets beat Warriors 116-93 for their 6th straight win

Nikola Jokic had 25 points and 15 rebounds, Jamal Murray had 20 points, and the surging Denver Nuggets beat the short-handed Golden State Warriors 116-93

MARCH 30 • Associated Press

Warriors veteran sensationally rewriting Stephen Curry-driven reputation Gary Payton II bounced around the league until he truly broke out with the Golden State Warriors in the 2021-22 championship season, with th...

MARCH 28 • BLUEMANHOOP.COM

Porzingis and Santos come up big for Warriors in 131-126 win over Wizards

Kristaps Porzingis had 28 points and eight assists, Gui Santos made a pair of free throws with 11.4 seconds remaining, and the Golden State Warriors held off the Washington Wizards...

MARCH 28 • Associated Press

Vegas and Seattle a step closer to getting NBA teams. League's owners approve expansion exploration

The NBA has finally decided to consider expanding past its current 30-team footprint, with the league’s owners voting Wednesday to start exploring the process of adding franchises...

MARCH 25 • Associated Press

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