The Golden State Warriors might have lost 3x champion Kevon Looney at the start of free agency, but that may have actually have been good news for another beloved veteran in regard to his next NBA contract.
Gary Payton II remains on the market over three weeks into free agency, yet there's a belief that the defensive-minded guard could return to the Warriors and in large part thanks to Looney's departure.
The Warriors might re-sign Gary Payton II after losing Kevon Looney
Payton and Looney have been linked somewhat given their stature as veteran role players on Golden State championship teams, along with the fact they've been free agents together back in 2022 and now again this offseason.