Gary Payton II Out for Warriors Due to Right Knee Inflammation

Gary Payton II will not play against the Phoenix Suns on April 8, 2025, due to right knee inflammation. This season, he has played in 59 games, averaging 6.6 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 1.3 assists per game.

In his absence, the Warriors might rely more on Stephen Curry and Brandin Podziemski. Payton has been inactive for 20 games this season, with the team holding an 11-7 record in those games.