Family dinners are usually a time for bonding. But when you’re the son of an NBA Hall of Famer, they can quickly turn into a verbal battleground. Gary Payton II, sidelined with an injury, found himself at the receiving end of some old-school trash talk when his father, Gary Payton Sr., decided to remind everyone who the real ‘Glove’ is. One casual question at dinner spiraled into a hilarious roast session, leaving fans wondering. Could Payton II actually take his dad one-on-one? Before surpassing his father, Payton II must get back to full fitness, however.
During a matchup against the Miami Heat, Payton II suffered a torn ligament in his left thumb. As a result, he has been sidelined for weeks now. But the good news? He seems to be recovering well, and lately, rumors about his return have started making he rounds. The Warriors have listed him as day-to-day, and fans are eager to see him back where he belongs. While sidelined, Payton II unexpectedly became the target of some lighthearted trash talk from his father.
In a reel posted by @fabbydavisjr, Gary Payton Sr. and his son were seen sitting in what looked like a diner, casually chatting. Davis walks up to them and asks, “How many points you got, unc?” Without hesitation, the elder Payton replied, “22,000.” The guy then mentioned that Payton II claimed he could shut his father down. That’s when things got interesting. Payton Sr. laughed it off, responding, “S***. Hall of Famer, bag his a** down, I’m busting his a**.” His son? He stayed cool, saying, “I’m not here for the points… I’m here for the bread, I’m here for the money.”
Now, let’s imagine the impossible: Payton II going one-on-one against his dad in his 1994 prime. Would he really be able to shut down “The Glove”? Payton Sr. doesn’t think so. “My son, he couldn’t guard me… too light in the a** for me,” he said in the video. It’s a fair point: different eras, different styles. But with Payton II’s defense and athleticism, it would definitely be a battle worth watching.
Gary Payton Sr. backs his youngest son’s business
While Gary Payton II focuses on his recovery, his father is rallying behind his youngest son, Julian Payton. Recently, Payton Sr. took to Instagram to share a GoFundMe link supporting Julian’s new clothing brand, 1oF. In his message, he asked for his fans to provide support for his son’s new clothing brand. He wrote, “Please support my son’s new business!”. Moreover, he also took the chance to express his pride in the message. He added, “PROUD OF YOU.”
So, what makes Julian’s brand stand out in a crowded market? According to the fundraiser page, 1oF is focusing on targeting exclusivity. His brand, 1oF, operates on a simple rule: 100 pieces per drop, no restocks. Once they’re gone, they’re gone. In a world of fast fashion, 1oF is betting on scarcity. The brand has already gained attention from athletes and influencers.
But that’s not all. 1oF is also introducing a lottery system for buyers. To sweeten the pot, they have also provided some incentives for the fans looking to cop some merch. According to the description, fans purchasing items could win signed memorabilia, game tickets, or other exclusive rewards. With Payton Sr.’s backing and a unique approach to fashion, Julian’s brand is already turning heads. As of now, the brand is still quite off their desired funding of 10k, stuck at a figure of $324 at the time of writing. Only time will tell if the youngest son will be able to make a legacy of his own in the clothing industry.
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