Gary Payton

9-time All-Star, Hall of Famer renowned for defensive dominance.

Guard·1990-2007

DRAFT 1990OREGON STATE

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ALL-STAR

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DPOY

🏛️

YES

HOF

💎

YES

NBA 75

Career Timeline

SuperSonics 1990-91–2002-03Lakers 2003-04Celtics 2004-05Heat 2005-06–2006-07

Key Teammates

Shawn KempOklahoma City Thunder · 542 GP

Nate McMillanOklahoma City Thunder · 484 GP

Sam PerkinsOklahoma City Thunder · 436 GP

Detlef SchrempfOklahoma City Thunder · 414 GP

Michael CageOklahoma City Thunder · 327 GP

Vin BakerOklahoma City Thunder · 323 GP

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Fame Meter

TIER B

Core Fan Famous

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Frequently Asked

What teams did Gary Payton play for?

Seattle SuperSonics, Los Angeles Lakers, Boston Celtics, Miami Heat

When was Gary Payton drafted?

1990

Who were key teammates of Gary Payton?

Shawn Kemp, Nate McMillan, Sam Perkins

What awards did Gary Payton win?

Hall of Fame inductee

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