Gary Payton II is sitting in free agency waiting for someone to give him a chance for the 2025-26 season. By all means, the former Los Angeles Lakers hidden gem is owed that opportunity from at least one of the 30 NBA franchises in the league.
This gem was one who certainly proved to be hidden during his time on the Lakers. Payton signed a two-way contract with the team during the 2017-18 season.
In the 11 games played for the Lakers during that campaign, the defensive-minded guard averaged 3.5 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 1.1 assists per game, shooting 41.