Is the Gary Payton strain named after the basketball player?

Yes — it's named for NBA Hall of Famer Gary Payton, who partnered with Cookies on the strain.

What is Gary Payton a cross of?

It's commonly listed as The Y × Snowman, from Cookies and Powerzzzup Genetics.

What does Gary Payton smell like?

Gassy and peppery with herbal notes, rather than sweet.

Is Gary Payton good for daytime?

Experiences vary. Some people use smaller amounts during the day; start low and see how it affects you.

Is Gary Payton available at Good Grades?

Check the live availability section — it reflects our current menu.

Hybrid · Strain Guide

Gary Payton Strain: Effects, Flavor, Terpenes & Products

Gary Payton is a Cookies-brand hybrid named after the Hall of Fame NBA point guard, who partnered with Cookies on its release.

Quick answer: Gary Payton at a glance

Type: Hybrid
Commonly reported breeders: Cookies with Powerzzzup Genetics
Commonly reported lineage: The Y × Snowman
Flavor: Diesel, black pepper, herbal
Potency: Varies by batch — check the COA

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What is Gary Payton?

Gary Payton is a Cookies-brand hybrid named after the Hall of Fame NBA point guard, who partnered with Cookies on its release.

It's known for a gassy, savory profile rather than the dessert sweetness of many modern hybrids.

Genetics & lineage

It's widely reported as a Cookies and Powerzzzup Genetics collaboration crossing The Y with Snowman.

Indica, sativa or hybrid?

Sold as a balanced hybrid. Consumers describe it both as a daytime and an evening strain depending on dose.

Aroma & flavor

Expect diesel and gas up front, with black pepper, herbs and a faint sweetness on the finish.

Common terpenes

Caryophyllene (peppery), limonene and humulene are frequently associated with Gary Payton. Exact levels vary by batch.

Cannabinoids & THC

There is no single THC percentage for Gary Payton. Potency varies by cultivator, phenotype, harvest and lab, so the only reliable number is the one on the Certificate of Analysis for the specific batch you're buying. Any live Good Grades product below shows its own tested THC where the data is available.

Commonly reported effects

Some consumers describe a focused, upbeat mood with a relaxed body.

Effects vary by person, dose, tolerance and product, and nothing here is medical advice.

Appearance

Typically tight, olive-to-dark green buds, sometimes with purple tones, covered in trichomes.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Gary Payton strain named after the basketball player?: Yes — it's named for NBA Hall of Famer Gary Payton, who partnered with Cookies on the strain.
What is Gary Payton a cross of?: It's commonly listed as The Y × Snowman, from Cookies and Powerzzzup Genetics.
What does Gary Payton smell like?: Gassy and peppery with herbal notes, rather than sweet.
Is Gary Payton good for daytime?: Experiences vary. Some people use smaller amounts during the day; start low and see how it affects you.
Is Gary Payton available at Good Grades?: Check the live availability section — it reflects our current menu.

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