NBA Fans React to Latest Golden State Warriors Injury News

Golden State Warriors fans expressed their thoughts on Gary Payton II's injury news

Mar 13, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr (right) confers with players Jimmy Butler III (10) and Gary Payton II (0) during the second quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-Imagn Images / D. Ross Cameron-Imagn Images

The Golden State Warriors have been on a mission since the return from the All-Star Break in February, making their playoff case stronger than ever.

While many things can play a factor into this, including the addition of Jimmy Butler near the trade deadline, every player has had a significant role within the program.

The Warriors received some unfortunate news as point guard Gary Payton II tore a ligament in his left thumb and will be out indefinitely.

Fans have started to share their reactions on the news as the Warriors continue to push for a playoff spot that doesn’t require them to play in the play-in tournament prior to the beginning of the best-of-7 start to the playoffs.

Gary Payton II has suffered a thumb injury, per sources. Warriors still trying to figure out extent/return timeline, but they anticipate Payton will miss some amount of time. A blow to their rotation. He's been averaging 20+ minutes lately.

— Anthony Slater (@anthonyVslater) March 27, 2025

One fan said, "Time for Jk to get his grove back with amped mins"

Another fan said, "GP II just can’t catch a break! Hope you get back soon brother"

"Huge blow to our team, he was playing amazing basketball," a fan said concerned.

Golden State Warriors G/F Gary Payton II has sustained a torn ligament in his left thumb and will be out for an indefinite period, sources tell ESPN. Brutal blow to the Warriors’ rotation. pic.twitter.com/wfiq0pa1vm

— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) March 27, 2025

Payton was averaging 6.6 points, 3 rebounds, and 1.3 assists while shooting 59/33/71 from the field. He was a rotational piece for the Warriors throughout the season.

The Warriors will be back in action when they take on the New Orleans Pelicans in what was previously called the biggest game of the year by head coach Steve Kerr.

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