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Won't play Tuesday Payton (knee) has been ruled out for Tuesday's contest against the Clippers. His MRI returned clean.

Impact Payton is slated to miss his third straight game due left knee soreness. In his absence, Jordan Poole and Damion Lee are candidates for increased roles.

MARCH 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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Ruled out Monday Payton (knee) is listed as out for Monday's game at Denver.

Impact Payton also missed Saturday's game against the Lakers, and he likely won't travel with the team for Monday's contest, which falls on the front end of a road/home back-to-back. The Warriors will also hold out Stephen Curry (hand), Klay Thompson (rest) and Andrew Wiggins (foot) in what appears to be somewhat of a protest by coach Steve Kerr for the timing of Monday's contest, which is a make-up game from earlier in the season. Regardless, Payton should be considered day-to-day and questionable for Tuesday's home matchup against the Clippers.

MARCH 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday Payton has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Lakers due to left knee soreness.

Impact Payton started each of the last five matchups and averaged 11.0 points and 2.6 rebounds in 23.8 minutes per game during that time. Jordan Poole, Damion Lee and Moses Moody should see increased run Saturday.

MARCH 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 2, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Positive production in loss Payton amassed 13 points (6-11 FG, 1-5 3Pt), two rebounds, three assists and three steals over 27 minutes during Sunday's 107-101 loss to the Mavericks.

Impact Payton was one of the very few positives to come out of Sunday's game, delivering a solid two-way performance. His season has been built on his ability to rack up steals, something he was able to do yet again Sunday. The offense has been far more sporadic but with Klay Thompson sidelined, Payton took it upon himself to shoulder more of the scoring load. Based on what we have seen thus far this season, he should be viewed as a streaming specialist in competitive leagues.

FEBRUARY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Curry, Warriors return from All-Star break to rout Blazers

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FEBRUARY 25, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Good to go Payton (leg) has been cleared to play Thursday against Portland.

Impact Payton was downgraded to questionable closer to tipoff, but the medical staff has since given him the green light to take the court. He should draw another start at shooting guard after gaining clearance.

FEBRUARY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Now questionable Thursday Payton (leg) is now considered questionable for Thursday's game against the Trail Blazers, Anthony Slater of The Athletic reports.

Impact According to head coach Steve Kerr, Payton is feeling some discomfort in his injured shin and has been downgraded to questionable ahead of Thursday's matchup with Portland. If Payton can't go, Jordan Poole and Damion Lee could see increased run in the Warriors' backcourt.

FEBRUARY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Thursday Payton is probable for Thursday's game at Portland due to left lower leg soreness.

Impact Payton was originally absent from the injury report for Thursday, so it appears to be a fresh injury. Coach Steve Kerr said Wednesday the 29-year-old is likely to stay in the starting five for Thursday's contest, and that's should still be the case unless his status is further downgraded.

FEBRUARY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

In line to start Thursday Warriors head coach Steve Kerr said Payton is likely to remain in the starting five for Thursday's game against the Trail Blazers, Monte Poole of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

Impact Payton will be rewarded with another turn on the top unit after he closed out the Warriors' pre-All-Star-break schedule with 12 points, six steals, four rebounds and one block in 25 minutes in the team's Feb. 16 loss to the Nuggets. With another strong showing Thursday, Payton could make the case for sticking on the top unit on a longer-term basis, as Golden State is expected to remain without Draymond Green (back) until at least mid-March.

FEBRUARY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Racks up six steals Wednesday Payton racked up 12 points (5-8 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), six steals, four rebounds and one block over 25 minutes during Wednesday's 117-116 loss to the Nuggets.

Impact Payton was given his first start since Jan. 13 and paid dividends with the big defensive effort. His six steals tied a career high and marked his third game with multiple thefts in February. Payton also tallied double-digit points for the first time since Jan. 11. He has played well as a starter this season, but it's not clear whether he'll remain in that role or revert to the bench moving forward.

FEBRUARY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 17, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Will start Wednesday Payton is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's contest against the Nuggets, Anthony Slater of The Athletic reports.

Impact Warriors head coach Steve Kerr is attempting to mix up lineup combinations, which will lead to Payton earning his first start since Jan.13. Although most of Payton's starts have come when the Warriors were shorthanded, he has been much more effective when in the starting lineup. The 29-year-old has averaged 11.1 points, 4.7 rebounds and 1.2 assists across 24.7 minutes when starting compared to just 5.8 points, 3.3 rebounds and 0.7 assists across 14.8 minutes when coming off the bench.

FEBRUARY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Minimal impact Monday Payton recorded one point (1-2 FT) and one steal over 11 minutes during Monday's 119-104 loss to the Clippers.

Impact Payton continues to see limited playing time for the Warriors, as he has exceeded 20 minutes just once in his past seven games. The reduced role is both a reason for and a product of the point guard's near-invisibility on offense, as Payton has tallied a meager one point over his past four games combined. He was a hot fantasy pickup at one point early this season, but those days are long gone.

FEBRUARY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available Thursday Payton (leg) is available for Thursday's tilt against the Kings.

Impact Payton injured his leg late during Tuesday's win over the Spurs, but it won't stop him from playing Thursday. Over his past nine appearances, he's averaged 5.3 points, 4.0 rebounds, 1.4 steals and 1.1 assists in 17.2 minutes.

FEBRUARY 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Steal maven in win Payton provided zero points (0-1 FG), five steals, three rebounds, three assists and one block in 17 minutes Tuesday in the Warriors' 124-120 win over the Spurs.

Impact Though he didn't benefit from a usage or playing time standpoint with the Warriors holding out eight players Tuesday due to rest or injury, Payton cranked up the intensity on the defensive end and established a new career-high steal total. According to Anthony Slater of The Athletic, Payton was spotted limping to the locker room after appearing to injure his left leg on his final steal of the night, so his availability for Thursday's game against the Kings is uncertain at the moment. If he suits up, Payton will likely fill a 15-to-20-minute role on the second unit with all of Stephen Curry (toe), Klay Thompson (rest) and Andrew Wiggins (knee) likely to return to the lineup.

FEBRUARY 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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Light minutes in first game back Payton (back) played 14 minutes off the bench in Tuesday's 102-86 win over the Pistons, finishing with five points (2-7 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four rebounds and one assist.

Impact Tuesday's game marked one of the few times all season in which the Warriors had all of Payton, Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson and Jordan Poole available. Unsurprisingly, Payton -- who was returning from a two-game absence -- finished fourth among those guards in minutes, and he only marginally inched out Damion Lee (12 minutes) for playing time. Thompson will likely sit out one half of back-to-back sets moving forward, but he should gradually ramp up his playing time, which will leave less opportunities available for Payton. Unless the Warriors lose one of their other key guards to a long-term injury, Payton will represent little more than a streaming option for steals, rebounds and field-goal percentage rather than a must-roster player in 12-team leagues.

JANUARY 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available Tuesday Payton (back) is available for Tuesday's matchup against the Pistons, Anthony Slater of The Athletic reports.

Impact As expected, Payton will make his return following a two-game absence due to back spasms. Since December, he's averaged 9.2 points, 4.0 rebounds and 1.3 steals in 19.2 minutes.

JANUARY 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to probable Payton (back) is now listed as probable for Tuesday's contest against the Pistons.

Impact Payton has missed back-to-back contests due to lower back spasms, but he looks like he'll return to action Tuesday. On the season, he's averaging 7.8 points, 3.6 rebounds and 1.4 steals in 16.7 minutes per game.

JANUARY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE