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8. Januar 2026
Probable for Friday
Payton is probable for Friday's game against the Kings due to a left ankle sprain.
Analyse
Payton is set to end a one-game absence with the injury Friday. He's managed to play at least 20 minutes in just five games out of 35 appearances this season, so Payton's fantasy appeal appears to remain minimal in a healthy Warriors backcourt.
8. Januar 2026
Won't play Wednesday
Payton (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against Milwaukee.
Analyse
Payton will take a seat Wednesday after sustaining a sprained left ankle. His absence could open up more minutes for Will Richard, while Buddy Hield or Pat Spencer could enter the rotation. Payton's next chance to play will come Friday against Sacramento.
7. Januar 2026
Nursing left ankle sprain
Payton (ankle) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Bucks.
Analyse
Payton may have tweaked his left ankle during the Warriors' 103-102 loss to the Clippers on Monday, when he finished with 14 points, five rebounds, two assists and one block over 15 minutes. If he's unable to play Wednesday, then Will Richard, De'Anthony Melton and Buddy Hield would be in line for more minutes off the bench.
6. Januar 2026
Posts 15 points with second unit
Payton finished with 14 points (7-10 FG, 0-1 FT), five rebounds, two assists and one block across 15 minutes during Monday's 103-102 loss to the Clippers.
Analyse
Payton compiled his solid line with just 15 minutes on the floor. His swift work gave Payton his second-highest scoring total of the season, and he extended his double-digit scoring streak to five games in the narrow loss. He's leapfrogged over Will Richard in the rotation in the past two games, but the rookie projects to see more work than Payton as they try to prop up an aging roster.
4. Januar 2026
Productive off bench Saturday
Payton registered 10 points (5-9 FG, 0-1 3Pt), nine rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal in 21 minutes off the bench during Saturday's 123-114 win over the Jazz.
Analyse
The veteran guard came close to his second double-double of the season, with the first coming Nov. 29 against the Pelicans. Payton has been a consistent part of the Warriors' backcourt rotation of late, seeing double-digit minutes in eight straight games and averaging 6.6 points, 3.6 boards, 2.4 assists and 1.3 combined steals and blocks in 14.1 minutes a contest.