Payton provided one steal in six minutes during Wednesday's 121-110 loss to the Timberwolves in Game 5 of the Western Conference Semifinals.

EDGE Analysis

Payton was used sparingly in the postseason, playing an average of 16.4 minutes across 11 games. The regular season was a similar story, as Payton made 62 appearances with averages of 6.5 points, 3.0 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 0.8 steals and 0.5 three-pointers on 57.4 percent shooting in 15.0 minutes per contest. The 32-year-old veteran is likely to have a decent market once he hits free agency this offseason for his perimeter defense.

Payton ended with one steal over six minutes during Wednesday's 121-110 loss to the Timberwolves in Game 5 of the Western Conference Semifinals.

EDGE Analysis

Payton barely touched the floor, playing fewer than seven minutes for just the fourth time all season. Despite his continued defensive presence, Payton's shortcomings on the offensive end limit what he can do on the basketball court. He scored double digits only once during the playoffs, while tallying just 13 total points during the most recent series against the Timberwolves. With an aging lineup, the offseason is going to be an interesting one for Golden State, particularly around what direction it takes moving forward.

Payton closed Tuesday's 99-88 victory over the Timberwolves in Game 1 of the Western Conference Semifinals with eight points (3-4 FG, 2-3 3Pt), five rebounds, four assists and one steal over 26 minutes.

EDGE Analysis

After missing the club's first-round Game 7 win over the Rockets on Sunday due to the illness, Payton was back in action Tuesday and saw a much bigger role than anticipated with Stephen Curry tweaking his hamstring. Curry is expected to be sidelined through at least Game 4, and Payton is one of several players who could see increased minutes in his absence.

Payton (illness) is available for Game 1 of the Western Conference Semifinals against the Timberwolves, John Dickinson of 95.7 The Game San Francisco reports.

EDGE Analysis

Payton will return to game action after missing the club's first-round Game 7 win over the Rockets on Sunday due to the illness. The 32-year-old swingman averaged 6.3 points, 2.3 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 0.8 steals across 15.8 minutes per game in six first-round appearances (one start).

Payton (illness) is questionable for Game 1 of the Western Conference second-round series against the Timberwolves on Tuesday, Alan Horton of the Timberwolves Radio Network reports.

EDGE Analysis

Payton is in jeopardy of missing his second consecutive contest after sitting out the club's first-round Game 7 win over the Rockets on Sunday due to an illness. If the veteran swingman is unable to suit up against Minnesota, Buddy Hield and Brandin Podziemski are candidates for an uptick in playing time.

Payton (illness) has been ruled out for Game 7 of the Western Conference first-round series against the Rockets on Sunday.

EDGE Analysis

After starting in Game 6, Payton won't be on the floor Sunday due to an illness. With the defensive-minded guard set to watch from the bench, Golden State will likely pivot to Buddy Hield, Moses Moody and Pat Spencer to pick up the slack in the backcourt.

Payton (illness) is listed as questionable for Sunday's Game 7 against the Rockets.

EDGE Analysis

Payton was a late addition to the injury report due to the illness. If the veteran guard is sidelined for Sunday's win-or-go-home matchup, Brandin Podziemski and Moses Moody will likely see an uptick in playing time. Payton has averaged 6.3 points, 2.3 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 0.8 steals across 15.8 minutes per game in six outings (one start) during the first round.

Payton is in the starting lineup for Game 6 of the first round of the Western Conference playoffs against the Rockets on Friday, John Dickinson of 95.7 The Game San Francisco reports.

EDGE Analysis

Payton is in the starting lineup since the Warriors will look to add a bit more muscle and toughness on the defensive end. This means Brandin Podziemski will come off the bench and log minutes with the second unit.

Payton (shoulder) is available to play in Game 3 against the Rockets on Saturday, Ohm Youngmisuk of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Payton was questionable due to a shoulder injury, but the veteran guard will suit up and should be available to log his regular minutes off the bench. Payton has been limited to 16 and 12 minutes off the bench in the first two games of this first-round series.

Payton is questionable for Saturday's Game 3 against the Rockets due to a right shoulder strain.

EDGE Analysis

Payton has been limited to 16 and 12 minutes off the bench in the first two games of the first-round series against the Rockets. Even if he's deemed available, Payton shouldn't have a big role in fantasy across all formats.