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Video Games News / Athlon Sports / May 14
NBA 2K26 Season 7: Everything New in the Latest Update
Deep in the NBA Playoffs with the Finals right around the corner, NBA 2K26 is preparing for another major content drop. Season 7 officially launches Friday, May 15, bringing a fresh wave of MyCAREER rewards, MyTEAM cards, community builds, cosmetics, Pro Pass content, and new WNBA-focused additions as the basketball calendar continues to heat up.
Golden State Warriors News / Athlon Sports / March 17
Warriors Player Ready to Request Trade to a Specific NBA Team
Homecoming is one of the NBA’s most beloved storylines. Whether it’s LeBron James returning to Cleveland or Dwyane Wade ending his career with the Miami Heat, those moments always remain close to fans’ hearts.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / March 7
Gary Payton II wants to be involved if Seattle gets NBA expansion team
If the NBA ever brings a team back to Seattle, Gary Payton II says he would love to be part of it. The Golden State Warriors guard even joked to The Athletic’s Nick Friedell that he would consider requesting a trade if Seattle lands an expansion franchise.
The 'Most 200 3-pointer NBA seasons' quiz
In NBA history, 38 players have made 200 or more three-point field goals in more than one season. How many can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / Fastbreak on SI / September 28
Top NBA Free Agent SGs After De'Anthony Melton, Gary Payton II News
In case there was any doubt about Gary Payton II and De’Anthony Melton’s future, a recent report made it clear that the two guards are on pace to play the 2025-2026 NBA season with the Golden State Warriors.
The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time
The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / September 28
NBA Notes: Warriors, Gary Payton II, Magic, Paolo Banchero, Sixers
Golden State is locking in familiar faces ahead of camp. Free agents Gary Payton II and De’Anthony Melton have both committed to returning to the Warriors, per Shams Charania of ESPN.
Golden State Warriors News / Fastbreak on SI / September 13, 2025
Former NBA Champion With Warriors Is Still a Free Agent
NBA veteran Gary Payton II remains a free agent at this stage of the offseason. With training camp around the corner, it would be ideal for the 32-year-old to pick up a spot on the roster as teams start preparing for the 2025-2026 NBA season.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / August 11, 2025
Gary Payton II Reveals What LeBron James Is Like Off The Court
LeBron James has been in the spotlight for over two decades, yet he has maintained a nearly spotless image in public. James has hardly ever found himself making headlines for the wrong reasons with regard to his personal life, and Gary Payton II revealed on the Jaxxon Podcast that he is indeed a great human being in person.
Los Angeles Lakers News / LAFB Network / July 23, 2025
Multiple Insiders Link Lakers To Defensive Gem Free Agent, Expressing Real Interest
As the NBA offseason inches toward its quieter phase, credible voices in league circles are starting to converge on a noteworthy development: the Los Angeles Lakers have their sights set on free agent guard Gary Payton II.
Miami Heat News / Fastbreak on SI / July 22, 2025
Miami Heat Reportedly Interested In NBA Champion Guard
Gary Payton II had a solid season for the Golden State Warriors. The former Oregon State star had averages of 6.5 points, 3.0 rebounds and 1.3 assists per contest while shooting 57.4% from the field and 32.6% from the three-point range in 62 games.
NBA News / Golden State Warriors on SI / July 18, 2025
Los Angeles Lakers Reportedly Targeting Warriors Guard
The Golden State Warriors have remained intersted in guard Gary Payton II despite his status as unrestricted free agent. However, recent reports suggest that the Warriors could be on the verge of losing Payton II to a divisional rival.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Athlon Sports / July 15, 2025
Kevin Durant, Russell Westbrook Headline Thunder's Selections on All-Time NBA Greats List
The Oklahoma City Thunder are fresh off winning their first championship since relocating to Oklahoma City and they have become a powerhouse in the NBA once again.
Miami Heat News / Athlon Sports / June 5, 2025
Gary Payton Makes Clear Michael Jordan Statement While Explaining His NBA Legacy
NBA legend Gary Payton didn't mince words when talking about his legacy in the league. The Seattle SuperSonics icon became one of the best defenders in the association during his best years, leading Seattle to become one of the best squads in the Western Conference and an NBA Finals appearance in 1996.
Miami Heat News / Basketball Network / November 18, 2024
'A lot of controversy was already stemming up in L.A. before we came in' - Gary Payton on why the Heat were different from the Lakers superteam
Shaquille O'Neal, Gary Payton, Kobe Bryant, Karl Malone. No, we are not listing some of the greatest players of all time; rather, it was the roster of the star-studded Los Angeles Lakers team from the 2003-04 season, one of the first superteams ever assembled.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / September 8, 2024
Hall of Fame Former Lakers Guard Hired as College Head Coach
The Los Angeles Lakers organization is home to legendary players and coaches. Now, one Hall of Fame point guard is continuing his coaching journey. According to Marc J.
Miami Heat News / Larry Brown Sports / September 9, 2024
Gary Payton lands notable head-coaching job in college basketball
Payton has spent the last three years in the collegiate ranks as the head coach of Lincoln University in Oakland, Calif.
Miami Heat News / Hoops Wire / September 7, 2024
Gary Payton Hired As Head Coach At College Of Alameda
Former NBA point guard and Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame inductee Gary Payton is being hired as head coach at the College of Alameda in California, per Marc J.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / February 17, 2024
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 was supposed to.
NBA News / Yardbarker / February 2, 2024
'We're not going to find better players': Warriors HC Steve Kerr weighs in on trade deadline
As the Feb. 8 trade deadline approaches and the Golden State Warriors continue to search for their identity amid a challenging and emotional season, speculation is rife about potential moves to rejuvenate their disappointing campaign.
Golden State Warriors News / Golden State Warriors on SI / December 29, 2023
Major Injury Update for Key Warriors Player Revealed
Golden State Warriors guard Gary Payton II has missed the last 13 games due to injury, but is set to make his return on Saturday night against the Dallas Mavericks.
Golden State Warriors News / Golden State Warriors on SI / November 29, 2023
Warriors Player Sidelined Indefinitely With Injury
Golden State Warriors guard Gary Payton II exited Tuesday night's game vs. the Sacramento Kings with what the team called a right calf injury. Payton did
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 23, 2023
Damian Lillard gets full support for trade request from NBA Hall of Famer
While the initial response to Damian Lillard's decision to request a trade from the Trail Blazers brought a mixture of positive and negative reactions, there was no shortage of people who believed the star guard's request was long overdue.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 23, 2023
Hall of Famer defends Damian Lillard's push for move to Heat
Damian Lillard is only the latest NBA player to request a trade to a contender in pursuit of a Larry O'Brien Trophy.
Who do you like in the Kentucky Derby?
Saturday is Kentucky Derby day, where people wear funny hats, drink mint juleps, and suddenly everyone you know becomes a horse betting expert. This year is no exception.
Miami Heat News / Yardbarker / October 16, 2020
Gary Payton interested in joining NBA coaching staff?
Payton retired in 2007 after a 17-year career. The 52-year-old was a nine-time All-Star, nine-time All-NBA selection and nine-time All-Defensive first team member.
NBA News / Yardbarker / June 14, 2020
June 15 in sports history: You can't stop the reign
On this day 19 years ago, the Lakers capped off the most dominant postseason in league history by winning Game 5 of the NBA Finals over the Philadelphia 76ers.
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