Payton — who’s son Gary Payton II finished with three points and three rebounds for Golden State in a 130-105 loss — told ESPN he was “just talking junk” with Durant. The Suns’ star, however seemed to be a little bit more serious about his antics — or at least continued to commit to the bit after the win.

Kevin Durant explained his animated back-and-forth with Gary Payton Sr., which occurred in the middle of the Suns' game vs. the Warriors.