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Gary Payton II Blocks Shot From Victor Wembanyama Into Stands

During the first half of the Western Conference showdown between Golden State and San Antonio, one play stood out above the rest.

Frankie Taddeo

Gary Payton II Blocks Shot From Victor Wembanyama Into Stands
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During the first half of Friday’s Western Conference showdown between the Warriors and Spurs, one play stood out above the rest and had social media buzzing.

With San Antonio leading 46–41 in the second quarter, star Spurs rookie Victor Wembanyama streaked toward the basket. After displaying incredible ball handling skills, the 7'4" big-man went behind the back and lofted a shot at the rim in what had the makings of a highlight-reel play. 

But Warriors Gary Payton II came soaring in the air on the back side and swatted the shot out of bounds.

Payton, who missed the team’s last three games with a sore foot, showed no signs of the injury getting up for the chase-down rejection. The 6'2" shooting guard blocking the much bigger Wembanyama had fans singing his praises.

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Frankie Taddeo
FRANKIE TADDEO

Frankie Taddeo is a successful high-stakes fantasy football player who created the first-ever DFS program offered in a Las Vegas sportsbook. Besides contributing NFL fantasy analysis with a Vegas slant, Frankie primarily performs as Sports Illustrated's Senior Betting Analyst providing his significant experience and resources in the sports betting scene. 

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