Gary Payton II's defense was affirmed by Warriors coach Kerr, and Curry appreciated the Warriors' contract
Hall of Fame star Glove Payton's son, Gary Payton II, is celebrating his second year at Golden State this season, and despite not playing much time, he has a record in all six games in the opening season, and Warriors coach Kerr affirms his contribution on the defensive end.
The 28-year-old Peyton Jr. has played for the Bucks, Lakers, wizards in the past, put on the Warriors shirt to play 10 games last season, averaging 4 minutes per game, contributing 2.5 rebounds and 1.1 assists, in the offseason this year, the Warriors first cut him on October 16 in order to control expenses, and signed him back on the 20th, and his pre-season performance was impressive.
The Warriors started the season with a 5-1 record, Payton Jr. played in all six games, averaging 6.2 minutes per game, 2.7 points and 0.7 rebounds, Kerr said in an interview: "He is a good weapon, especially on the defensive end, but he has also grown on three-pointers this year." "Payton Jr. is a defensive guard who can fill the role that the Warriors lack." He strives to contribute offensively and defensively, and he prepares every night. He's a player who can play 20 minutes and share the playing time sporadically, he has the same energy, he's a good teammate. ”
Warriors star Curry has also said that he thinks that the Warriors' re-signing back to Payton Jr. is the right decision, "On the defensive end, he gives us an advantage, if he wants to shoot, he can also have a good grasp, we hope he maintains good form and competitiveness, and play out at key moments, proving that he can also do it." ”