NBA – After resuming his studies, Gary Payton II validated his course and graduated from Oregon State University.
A trade between Portland and Golden State that was the subject of a league complaint from the California franchise, which accused the Oregon franchise of not being transparent about the player’s medical status . Today, Gary Payton II seems to be rid of his physical problems, and the Warriors are still in playoff contention after defeating the Kings in the first round.
If he has played very little this season, the player has nevertheless invested himself outside the courts on his personal projects. At age 30, he returned to school and graduated from Oregon State University with a degree in human development and family sciences. A success that he dedicated to his mother.
“It was really for mom. I made him the promise to resume my course and complete my studies when I left the university”
entrusted Gary Payton II. “So, I kept my word and graduated for her. I hope you are happy mum, this was for you”.
A situation which is not new on the side of Golden State, since if Gary Payton II validated his diploma recently, Stephen Curry, he obtained it last year. The Warriors “franchise player” had graduated from Davidson University. Off-court successes that delight Steve Kerr.
“We have a lot of guys who are really committed to their craft, but who are also committed to themselves and trying to improve themselves, to do things for the community and to try to have an impact on the region. » said Steve Kerr. “Gary graduated, Steph did last year, it’s all part of the process of growing and evolving as an individual. I am very proud of him”.
2023-05-02 11:28:00
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