Warriors' champion surprisingly remains a free agent

Golden State Warriors, Gary Payton II | Lachlan Cunningham/GettyImagesGolden State Warriors guard Gary Payton II remains an unrestricted free agent as August approaches. The 6’2 guard played a key role in bringing the 2022 championship back to the Bay Area. Payton is a 15-minute-per-game role player known for his lockdown defense. Shockingly, he remains unsigned, especially as teams focus on their perimeter defense.

Jonathan Kuminga’s restricted free agency has prevented the Warriors from making moves. The two sides are still at an impasse. Kuminga wants to be paid like a star, and the Dubs see him as a role player. Until the situation is resolved, do not expect the Warriors to be making any…