The last time we saw him play was in the NBA Finals. Gary Payton II could start his 2022-23 season next week in his new jersey, that of the Blazers. It is Chris Haynes de Bleacher Report who presents it like this.
Sacred GPII, it makes a lease!
It was last June when we last saw Gary play basketball, and it was a coronation night.
Indeed, the Warriors once again became champions, thanks in particular to the defense and energy of Payton II, who brought Golden State a dose of madness and fundamental versatility in the success of his team.
Victorious over the Celtics, the Warriors hoped to keep Gary Payton II, but the latter signed the deal of his dreams while playing in PortlandOregon.
For a player who wasn’t sure about staying in the NBA, signing a nearly $30 million contract while donning an NBA ringwhat more could he ask for?
Unfortunately, his debut with the Blazers was delayed due to summer surgery, which Gary is still recovering from.
Portland Trail Blazers guard Gary Payton II is hoping to play his first game of the season next week, according to multiple sources close to Bleacher Report. The defensive expert is recovering from abdominal surgery which took place last summer.
Chris Haynes has therefore arrived with the latest update, and while tears are flowing in Golden State, smiles are displayed in Portland.
Next week, the Blazers will play 2 games:
- against Charlotte on Monday 26
- or at Golden State Friday the 30th
We’re not going to lie to each other, if Gary Payton II returns to Golden State, to put on his bagouze and find his former teammates, it would be huge.
It is perhaps in this sense that next week is relevant, since the defender will be expected no matter what happens at the Chase Center.
Obviously, we will closely monitor the physical form of GP, so that he returns to 100% and helps the Portland defense to monopolize the elite.
Source : Chris Haynes – Bleacher Report