Gary Payton II

Basketball player, NBA Champion

Gary Payton II - Basketball player, NBA Champion
Born

December 1st, 1992
32 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional basketball player has played in the NBA primarily as a guard. Notable for stints with teams such as the Golden State Warriors and the Milwaukee Bucks. Played a crucial role in the Warriors' 2022 NBA Championship victory. Contributed significantly on the defensive end with skills reminiscent of his father, Gary Payton, a Hall of Famer. Has also played in the G League, demonstrating the ability to make an impact at multiple levels of professional basketball.

Won the NBA Championship with the Golden State Warriors in 2022

Named to the NBA All-Defensive Team

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