Warriors: Will Gary Payton, Otto Porter, Iguodala play in NBA Finals?

Warriors: Will Gary Payton, Otto Porter, Andre Iguodala play in NBA Finals?

By Tony Pesta | May 30, 2022

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - MAY 20: Otto Porter Jr. #32 of the Golden State Warriors warms up prior to Game Two of the 2022 NBA Playoffs Western Conference Finals against the Dallas Mavericks at Chase Center on May 20, 2022 in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images) /

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Gary Payton II’s status – Prepped for a comeback

The Golden State Warriors have come to rely on Gary Payton II for his energetic, timely plays on both ends of the floor. He’s become a thorn in the side of every team the Dubs face, taking after his Hall of Fame father by placing the clamps on opposing ball handlers.

Payton has been more than an elite defender, though.

The Dubs can count on Payton to do all of the little things on offense. He’s a smart cutter with springs in his steps that allow him to crash for offensive rebounds or catch lob passes on the back end.

Payton has not played since Game 2 of the second round when a flagrant foul resulted in a fractured elbow for GP2.

According to Shams Charania, Payton is expected to return for the 2022 NBA Finals. A remarkable comeback for one of the league’s most surprising players this year.

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