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Gary Payton played in the NBA for 17 years, from 1990 to 2007. He was a nine-time NBA All-Star, nine-time All-NBA Team selection, and the 1996 NBA Defensive Player of the Year. Payton was known for his exceptional defensive skills and his ability to control the tempo of the game. He played for the Seattle SuperSonics, Milwaukee Bucks, Boston Celtics, Los Angeles Lakers, and Miami Heat during his career.