Golden State Warriors 2025-26 player grades: Gary Payton II
Gary Payton II had a solid season with the Golden State Warriors during the 2025-26 campaign. He played 73 games, showcasing strong defensive skills but struggled with his outside shooting. As a 10-year veteran, his future in the league may depend on improving his 3-point shooting.
- ▪Gary Payton II finished second on the team in games played with 73 appearances.
- ▪He averaged a career-high 7.5 points, along with 3.6 rebounds and 1.7 assists per game.
- ▪Payton II's 3-point shooting percentage was notably low at 29.1%.
- ▪He is one of Golden State's 10 free agents this summer.
- ▪His overall performance was graded as a C+.
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