Gary Payton II Stats

Golden State Warriors guard Gary Payton II (hernia) practiced on Saturday and will be available to play during the upcoming preseason outing against the Lakers. The 28-year-old has been working his way back from an inguinal hernia, so his availability for the exhibition in L.A. is good news concerning his chances of making the team. Still, even if Payton does make the active roster, he doesn't have much appeal from a fantasy standpoint, primarily with the Warriors' depth at every position. However, regarding his immediate future, he could get some meaningful work against Los Angeles on Tuesday night and should at least be considered an option for DFS contests.

8 days ago

Washington Wizards guard Gary Payton has reportedly tested positive for COVID-19 and did not travel with the team to Orlando. The team is already thin at guard with Bradley Beal deciding to opt out. There is a decent chance that Payton opts out, but hasn't given a final decision yet. Troy Brown, Jerome Robinson, and Garrison Mathews would be asked to step up if Payton sits out. Brown would be the best DFS option out of the bunch and should see significant playing time regardless of Payton's decision.

over a year ago

The New York Knicks will not be looking forward to meeting Washington Wizards point/shooting guard Gary Payton when the two lock up again Feb. 12. After collecting a career-high six steals Monday versus the Knicks, Payton was back at it again Saturday, also scoring 15 points, while adding six rebounds, two assists and two made triples. Since arriving with Washington earlier in the week, Payton has seen at least 30 minutes in all three games that he has appeared and has immediately launched himself into fantasy consideration in medium- and deep-sized formats. His DFS price has already adjusted, yet he could see his significant role continue Monday versus Miami should Bradley Beal (leg) not return for the contest.

over a year ago