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Trail Blazers say they were confident Payton II was healthy

Portland Trail Blazers general manager Joe Cronin, left, and owner Jody Allen watch during the first half of the team's NBA basketball game against the Golden State Warriors in Portland, Ore., Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2023. (AP Photo/Craig Mitchelldyer)

Toronto Raptors guard Gary Trent Jr., left, drives to the basket against Portland Trail Blazers guard Gary Payton II during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Portland, Ore., Saturday, Jan. 28, 2023. (AP Photo/Steve Dykes)

Trail Blazers say they were confident Payton II was healthy