GSW • Guard • #0
Payton II is known more for his defense, but he failed to score a point in 12 minutes in Game 2’s loss to the Rockets. The 32-year-old shooting guard is now in danger of missing Game 3 with a shoulder injury given his questionable listing. With Jimmy Butler hurting, the Warriors need all the help they can get, though Payton II is far from an essential player at this point of his career.
2 days ago
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about 11 hours ago
Butler did not play in Game 3 on Saturday, with Jonathan Kuminga logging 17 minutes as his replacement in the starting lineup. While Kuminga did not provide much value as a scorer, he was solid defensively. If Butler does play, Warriors coach Steve Kerr said Sunday that his playing time will depend on how the veteran wing feels.
Source: Anthony Slater
GSW • Guard • #7
1 day ago
After providing minimal value in the first two games of the series, Hield came to life in Game 3. Jimmy Butler’s absence meant more playing time, and the veteran guard was up to the task. Hield was one of two Warriors to make five three-pointers on the night, with Stephen Curry being the other. His production off the bench helped compensate for spot starter Jonathan Kuminga, who recorded a 7/1/2 line in 17 minutes, providing limited offensive value as Butler’s replacement. Kuminga was excellent defensively, helping limit Jalen Green. Game 4 is on Monday, with the Warriors holding a 2-1 series lead.
GSW • Guard • #0
1 day ago
Given his limited offensive repertoire, Payton is the player opposing defenses tend to leave alone when he’s on the court. With Jimmy Butler (pelvis/glute) sidelined for Game 3, there was a need for GPII to make the Rockets pay. And that’s what happened in the fourth quarter. At one stage, Payton scored nine straight Warriors points, helping to put Game 3 in the win column. Even if Butler is back for Game 4 on Monday, the Warriors will need Payton to make the Rockets pay for leaving him alone if they continue to take that approach.
IND • Guard • #0
about 4 hours ago
After dropping Game 3 on Friday, Haliburton and the Pacers rebounded impressively on Sunday. While Milwaukee’s loss of Damian Lillard (leg) in the first half undoubtedly helped the visitors, Indiana’s ball and player movement were significantly improved. Indiana assisted on 36 of its 50 made field goals, and Haliburton made some personal history. He’s the first Pacer since Paul George in 2014 to record a double-double in each of the first four games of a series. Haliburton and the Pacers will look to close out the series on Tuesday.
ORL • Guard • #10
about 6 hours ago
Joseph provided value to Orlando’s starting lineup, logging 27 minutes and tallying his most points and assists of the series. On the heels of the veteran guard’s most productive game of the postseason, it’s reasonable to expect Joseph will play a similar role for his team on Tuesday. The Magic will look to stay alive as they face the Celtics in Boston for Game 5.
MIL • Guard • #0
about 6 hours ago
Lillard suffered a lower left leg injury while attempting to chase down a missed shot during the first quarter. Unable to put much weight on the leg while being helped to the locker room, the Bucks’ point guard has officially been ruled out. Given that it’s a non-contact injury, there’s undoubtedly some concern regarding Lillard’s ultimate prognosis. Kevin Porter Jr. will figure more prominently within the Bucks’ rotation, and they will also need more offense from Gary Trent Jr. and AJ Green.
Source: Milwaukee Bucks
