Wed Apr 09 04:00:00 UTC 2025: ## Warriors’ Payton II Progressing Well, Could Return Soon
**Los Angeles, CA** – Golden State Warriors guard Gary Payton II is recovering well from a partial tear in his left thumb, suffered on March 25th against the Miami Heat. While he will miss tonight’s game against the Los Angeles Lakers, the team announced Thursday that he is progressing well and is considered day-to-day.
Payton, a key part of the Warriors’ rotation, has averaged 6.6 points, 3 rebounds, and 1.3 assists in 58 games this season. His absence has been felt on both ends of the court in the last three games. The team’s optimistic outlook suggests a potential return to the court for the 32-year-old guard sooner than initially expected.
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