The Warriors received some unfortunate news as point guard Gary Payton II tore a ligament in his left thumb and will be out indefinitely.

Fans have started to share their reactions on the news as the Warriors continue to push for a playoff spot that doesn’t require them to play in the play-in tournament prior to the beginning of the best-of-7 start to the playoffs.

One fan said, “Time for Jk to get his grove back with amped mins”

Another fan said, “GP II just can’t catch a break! Hope you get back soon brother”

“Huge blow to our team, he was playing amazing basketball,” a fan said concerned.

Payton was averaging 6.6 points, 3 rebounds, and 1.3 assists while shooting 59/33/71 from the field. He was a rotational piece for the Warriors throughout the season.

The Warriors will be back in action when they take on the New Orleans Pelicans in what was previously called the biggest game of the year by head coach Steve Kerr.