CAMERON PAYNE NEWS

Shines in expanded role Monday Payne racked up 17 points (6-9 FG, 5-6 3Pt), two rebounds and seven assists over 23 minutes during Monday's 134-106 win over the Wizards.

Impact Payne scored a season-high mark Monday, and the 23-minute output was also a direct reflection of the outcome of the game since New York cruised to a 28-point win. Payne is finding ways to remain productive and has scored in double digits in three of his last four outings off the bench, but he's still not playing enough nor has developed a consistent role off the bench to be valuable in fantasy as anything more than a potential streaming option in some slates.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

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Will play Friday Payne (hamstring) is available for Friday's game against the Nets, Kristian Winfield of the New York Daily News reports.

Impact As expected, Payne has been upgraded from probable to available and will suit up for a third consecutive contest following a four-game absence due to the hamstring injury. Miles McBride (illness) will be sidelined, so Payne and Tyler Kolek are candidates for increased roles off the bench.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Friday Payne is listed as probable for Friday's game versus the Nets due to a left hamstring strain.

Impact Payne has been a mainstay on the injury report while dealing with a lingering hamstring injury, though he has been able to play through the injury in two straight outings. The 31-year-old has appeared in seven regular-season games, during which he has averaged 6.0 points, 3.0 assists and 1.9 rebounds across 14.7 minutes per game. If Payne unable to play, Tyler Kolek will likely see an uptick in playing time.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Perfect from field Payne totaled 11 points (4-4 FG, 3-3 3Pt), two assists, one block and three steals in 17 minutes during Wednesday's 124-123 loss to the Bulls.

Impact Payne's efficient outside shooting helped him tie his season-high in points with 11. The 30-year-old guard also recorded three steals Wednesday after tallying three total on the year beforehand. Payne is averaging 6.0 points, 3.0 assists and 1.9 rebounds in 14.7 minutes across his seven appearances in 2024-25.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Cleared Wednesday Payne (hamstring) will play Wednesday versus Chicago, Ian Begley of SportsNet New York reports.

Impact Payne logged nine minutes Tuesday in his return from a multi-game absence due to a hamstring injury, and he'll suit up for the second half of New York's back-to-back set. Payne remains removed from fantasy radar.

NOVEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Wednesday Payne is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Bulls due to a left hamstring injury, Stefan Bondy of The New York Post reports.

Impact Payne returned to action Tuesday following a four-game absence due to the hamstring injury and played nine minutes off the bench. Miles McBride (knee) and Jalen Brunson (ankle) are also questionable, so the Knicks' backcourt depth may be tested during the second night of a back-to-back set.

NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Tuesday Payne (hamstring) is available for Tuesday's game versus the 76ers, Stefan Bondy of The New York Post reports.

Impact Payne will return to action Tuesday after missing the Knicks' previous four contests with a left hamstring strain. Payne is averaging 5.6 points, 3.2 assists and 2.0 rebounds in 15.4 minutes across his first five appearances of the season.

NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Tuesday Payne (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against Philadelphia.

Impact Payne has missed the Knicks' last four games due to a left hamstring strain, but he has a shot at returning Tuesday. Miles McBride (knee) and Tyler Kolek have both seen an uptick in playing time while Payne has been sidelined.

NOVEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Downgraded to out Payne (hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Pacers, Steve Popper of Newsday reports.

Impact Payne will miss a fourth straight game due to a left hamstring strain. His next chance to suit up will come Tuesday in Philadelphia. In Payne's absence, Tyler Kolek has entered the rotation.

NOVEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable vs. Indiana Payne (hamstring) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Pacers.

Impact Payne has missed three games in a row due to a left hamstring strain, and it seems the floor general doesn't have a clear date for his return. The questionable tag leaves the door open for a potential return Sunday, but even if he's available, he shouldn't see heavy minutes off the bench.

NOVEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Won't go Friday vs. MIL Payne (hamstring) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Bucks, Ian Begley of SportsNet New York reports.

Impact Payne will miss his third consecutive matchup due to a left hamstring strain. The 30-year-old is averaging 15.4 minutes per game, so his absence likely won't affect the rotation too heavily. However, Tyler Kolek could benefit with a slight uptick in playing time. Payne's next chance to play will come Sunday against the Pacers.

NOVEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Friday Payne (hamstring) is questionable for Friday's matchup against the Bucks.

Impact Payne is in jeopardy of missing his third consecutive contest while dealing with a strained left hamstring. The 30-year-old's absence should not cause too many waves in the rotation as he is averaging 15.4 minutes per game through five regular-season games, though Tyler Kolek is a candidate for a slight uptick in playing time.

NOVEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Wednesday Payne (hamstring) is out for Wednesday's game against the Hawks, Steve Popper of Newsday reports.

Impact Payne will miss a second consecutive contest due to a left hamstring strain, and the floor general doesn't have a timetable for his return. That said, he wouldn't see regular minutes even if available, so his absence shouldn't affect many fantasy decisions. His next chance to play will come against the Bucks on Friday.

NOVEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy against Atlanta Payne (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game versus the Hawks.

Impact Payne is in danger of missing his second straight contest Wednesday while dealing with a strained left hamstring. If Payne is unable to suit up against Atlanta, Miles McBride and Tyler Kolek are candidates to receive increased playing time.

NOVEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Monday Payne (hamstring) has been ruled out for Monday's matchup against the Rockets, James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports.

Impact Payne has been downgraded from doubtful to out Monday due to a strained left hamstring. The 30-year-old has averaged 5.6 points, 3.2 assists and 2.0 rebounds across 15.4 minutes in five regular-season outings. In Payne's absence, Tyler Kolek and Pacome Dadiet are candidates for a slight increase in minutes off the bench alongside Miles McBride.

NOVEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful Monday Payne is doubtful for Monday's game against the Rockets due to a strained left hamstring, Stefan Bondy of The New York Post reports.

Impact Payne is unlikely to suit up Monday, though it should not cause too many waves in the Knicks' rotation as he has averaged 11.3 minutes per game over his last three outings. If the 30-year-old doesn't suit up Monday, Tyler Kolek and Pacome Dadiet are candidates for a slight increase in minutes off the bench alongside Miles McBride.

NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Fails to score against Miami Payne finished with zero points (0-1 FG, 0-1 3Pt), one rebound, five assists, one block and one steal across 12 minutes during Wednesday's 116-107 win over the Heat.

Impact Despite not scoring, Payne led all bench players with five assists in Wednesday's win. Payne has carved out a backup point guard role behind Jalen Brunson, averaging 6.0 points, 3.3 assists and 2.3 rebounds in 16.3 minutes across four appearances.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting Friday Payne is not in the starting lineup for Friday's preseason game against the Wizards, Kristian Winfield of the New York Daily News reports.

Impact The Knicks will start what should be their Opening Night lineup in this contest, meaning Payne will return to the bench here. He was in the first unit in Tuesday's contest against the Hornets, but he figures to be a depth option off the bench once the 2024-25 regular season begins next Tuesday against the Celtics on the road.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Gets starting nod Payne will start in Tuesday's preseason matchup against the Hornets, James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports.

Impact Payne will enter the starting five with the Knicks deciding to rest their normal starters Tuesday. The 30-year-old is expected to serve in the club's backcourt, and he will have to compete for playing time with Miles McBride and Landry Shamet behind Jalen Brunson (rest) and Mikal Bridges (rest).

OCTOBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Inks deal with New York Payne signed a one-year, $3.1 million contract with the Knicks on Monday, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Impact Payne appeared in 78 games across stops with Milwaukee and Philly a season ago, averaging 7.4 points, 1.5 rebounds and 2.6 assists in 16.7 minutes. He'll join New York as backcourt depth behind Jalen Brunson on a veteran's minimum contract.

JULY 15 • ROTOWIRE

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JUNE 14 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Returns to bench Payne isn't in the starting five for Friday's game versus the Magic, Noah Levick of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.

Impact Kyle Lowry will reclaim his starting spot from Payne on Friday after missing Philadelphia's previous two contests with a knee injury. Payne is averaging 7.4 points, 2.8 assists and 1.3 rebounds in 15.0 minutes across his last 10 appearances coming off the bench.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Snags three steals vs. Pistons Payne posted five points (2-3 FG, 1-2 3Pt), five rebounds, six assists and three steals in 27 minutes during Tuesday's 120-102 win over Detroit.

Impact Payne was inserted into the starting lineup Tuesday due to Tyrese Maxey being ruled out with a hip injury. Payne didn't do much on offense , but he didn't have to with reigning MVP Joel Embiid on the floor. Payne continues to be a pest on defense, recording two or more steals in three of his last four games.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Making another start Payne will enter the first unit for Sunday's game against San Antonio.

Impact Payne will make his third start in the last five games, capitalizing on the absence of Kyle Lowry (rest) to join Tyrese Maxey in the backcourt. In his previous two outings with the first five, Payne averaged 17.0 points, 5.5 rebounds and 4.0 assists over 34.0 minutes.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE