Gary Payton II sinks the shot at the buzzer
GP2 details what went well for Warriors in bounce-back win vs. Rockets
Golden State guard Gary Payton II joins NBC Sports Bay Area's Kerith Burke on 'Warriors Postgame Live' after the Dubs' 104-93 win over the Houston Rockets on Saturday at Chase Center.GP2 details what went well for Warriors in bounce-back win vs. Rockets originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area
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