Gary Payton II: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

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As the 2026-2027 NBA season approaches, many fans and prognosticators don’t view the Golden State Warriors as a championship threat. While Steph Curry

Golden State Warriors News / Fadeaway World / October 1

Warriors’ Gary Payton II On Stephen Curry’s Extension, Yaxel Lendeborg’s Potential, NBA Title Chances

After completing an evening practice, Golden State Warriors guard Gary Payton II walked to the team bus and exuded the warmth and optimism that bestowed his surroundings.

Golden State Warriors News / HITC / September 22

Forget Steph Curry, Warriors have six players who ‘know how to win’, says Gary Payton II

The Golden State Warriors fell at the Play-In Tournament stage in 2026. But Gary Payton II believes they could win the NBA Championship in 2027. The NBA Western Conference could be dominated by the San Antonio Spurs and Oklahoma City Thunder again this year.

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Reports: Warriors bringing back key reserve Gary Payton II

Gary Payton II is returning to the Golden State Warriors on a one-year contract for the veteran minimum of $3.9 million, according to multiple reports on Saturday.

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Golden State Warriors News / EssentiallySports / August 2

Insider Reveals Warriors’ Surprising Target After Re-signing Gary Payton II

The Golden State Warriors are set to run it back with their roster. On Saturday, within hours, they first announced De’Anthony Melton’s signing. Then re-signed Gary Payton II.

Golden State Warriors News / Hoops Wire / August 1

NBA Notes: Warriors, Gary Payton II, Blazers, Jeremy Sochan, Pistons

The Warriors are keeping another familiar face. Golden State officially re-signed veteran guard Gary Payton II to a one-year contract reportedly worth $3.9 million, continuing a partnership that has lasted for much of the past six seasons.

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Golden State Warriors News / Hoops Rumors / August 1

Warriors To Re-Sign Gary Payton II

The Warriors intend to re-sign free agent guard Gary Payton II, according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line (Twitter link), who reports that the deal between the two sides is on track to be finalized this weekend.

Golden State Warriors News / Golden State Warriors on SI / July 10

Report: Warriors, Free-Agent Guard Have 'Mutual Interest' on Contract

The Golden State Warriors could be nearing a Gary Payton II reunion. The free-agent guard and the Warriors have "mutual interest" for him to return for his seventh season with Golden State, per ESPN's Anthony Slater.

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The NBA free agency period is fully underway, and as usual, the backroom phone calls and moving parts are moving fast. According to my league sources, three-time NBA Champion Kevon Looney and the Golden State Warriors are highly interested in a mutual reunion.

Golden State Warriors News / EssentiallySports / May 30

Warriors Face Crucial Decision on Gary Payton II & 2 Free Agents Amid Jaylen Brown Trade Rumors

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NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / March 30

Gary Payton II exposes Nuggets player’s hairline in petty move

Gary Payton II got petty Sunday as his Golden State Warriors started beefing with the Denver Nuggets. Tempers flared after Payton got fouled by Zeke Nnaji early in the second quarter at Ball Arena in Denver, Colo.

Golden State Warriors News / Scoop B / March 17

‘I’d Request a Trade Immediately’- Gary Payton II on a Seattle Sonics Return, the 1996 Finals Against MJ & Carving His Own Path Beyond ‘The Glove’s’ Legacy

The journey of a second-generation professional athlete is often defined by the heavy burden of a legendary surname and the relentless comparisons that follow. For Gary Payton II, the road to NBA champion was not a linear path of privilege, but rather a grueling ascent through the G-League and short-term contracts.

Golden State Warriors News / Golden State Warriors on SI / October 17, 2025

Gary Payton II Gets Brutally Honest About Warriors' Big Preseason Flaw

Heading into their preseason finale on Friday night against the LA Clippers, the Golden State Warriors hold a 3-1 record through their four exhibition games so far.

Golden State Warriors News / Fastbreak on SI / September 29, 2025

Gary Payton II's Revealed Warriors Deal Matches 2 NBA Vets

Over the weekend, the Golden State Warriors were busy making handshake agreements with players they can’t put on the books just yet. However, they were able to complete a signing with Gary Paton II.

Golden State Warriors News / Golden State Warriors on SI / September 29, 2025

Warriors Champion Gary Payton II Reacts to Re-Signing With Team

The Golden State Warriors are retaining a key role player and defensive presence. Gary Payton II's second stint with the Warriors has been highlighted by a 2022 NBA championship.

NBA News / Yardbarker / September 28, 2025

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Golden State Warriors News / Fadeaway World / August 10, 2025

Gary Payton II Believes The NBA Has Gotten Softer Compared To The '80s And '90s

There is a lot to like about today's NBA, but a big criticism of the league is that it has gone too soft. A lot of former players have expressed their displeasure about the lack of physicality, and Gary Payton II was asked on the Jaxxon Podcast if those comments were unfair.

Golden State Warriors News / Larry Brown Sports / June 28, 2025

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Golden State Warriors News / Hoops Rumors / March 27, 2025

Warriors' Gary Payton II has thumb injury, out indefinitely

Warriors guard Gary Payton II has a torn ligament in his left thumb and will be out indefinitely, ESPN’s Shams Charania tweets. Anthony Slater of The Athletic was the first to report that Payton had a thumb injury (Twitter link).

Golden State Warriors News / Athlon Sports / December 27, 2024

How Long Will Gary Payton II Be Out?

The Golden State Warriors will be without wing defender Gary Payton II for at least one week, the team announced. He strained his calf on the Christmas Day matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers and did not return.

Golden State Warriors News / Yardbarker / December 9, 2024

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Golden State Warriors News / Fastbreak on SI / September 20, 2024

Golden State Warriors Players React To Gary Payton II's Instagram Post

Gary Payton II is coming off a year where he appeared in 44 games for the Golden State Warriors. He finished the season with averages of 5.5 points, 2.6 rebounds and 1.1 assists per contest while shooting 56.3% from the field and 36.4% from the three-point range.