Know 'Gary Payton II' who is Continuing the Legacy of a Basketball Legend

Know Gary Payton II who is Continuing the Legacy of a Basketball Legend

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Gary Payton II is the son of retired NBA star Gary Payton and is also a professional basketball player.

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He was born on December 1, 1992, in Seattle, Washington

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Payton II played college basketball at Oregon State University

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where he earned Pac-12 Defensive Player of the Year honors twice.

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Payton II has played for several NBA teams, including the Milwaukee Bucks, Los Angeles Lakers, Washington Wizards etc.

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He is known for his defensive skills, athleticism, and ability to play multiple positions on the court.

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Payton II has not yet achieved the same level of success as his father,

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but he has shown promise and has a bright future in the NBA.

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Let's see how he continues the legacy of his father to the next level.

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