CAMERON PAYNE NEWS

Starting Sunday Payne will start at guard in Sunday's game versus the Knicks, Noah Levick of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.

Impact Payne will start opposite Tyrese Maxey in the backcourt, as Indiana will opt to bring Buddy Hield off the bench. The last time Payne started for Philly, he recorded 15 points (5-10 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, one assist and one steal over 23 minutes.

MARCH 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Headed to bench Payne isn't in the starting five for Friday's game versus the Pelicans.

Impact Kyle Lowry will replace Payne in the starting five Friday. Payne is averaging 8.8 points and 2.2 assists in 14.0 minutes across his last five appearances coming off the bench.

MARCH 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Goes for 15 points in spot start Payne finished Tuesday's 112-107 loss to the Nets with 15 points (5-10 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, one assist and one steal over 23 minutes.

Impact Payne got the start Tuesday with Tyrese Maxey (concussion) sidelined, and the veteran floor general delivered a solid outing across the board. Payne has been productive off the bench for the Sixers, scoring in double digits in five of the 10 appearances he's made for Philadelphia. He's averaging 10.2 points, 3.1 assists, 1.4 rebounds and 0.4 steals per game since joining Philly.

MARCH 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting at point guard Payne (illness) will start Tuesday's game versus the Nets, Kyle Neubeck of AllPHLY.com reports.

Impact Tyrese Maxey is out with a mild concussion, but the 76ers are fortunate that Payne is able to play through his illness. Payne and Kyle Lowry will likely share the ball-handling duties Tuesday night.

MARCH 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Tuesday Payne (illness) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Nets.

Impact The illness forced Payne to the sidelines Sunday, and now he's in danger of missing his second straight. If he's unable to give it a go, Kyle Lowry and Tyrese Maxey will divvy up the bulk of his minutes.

MARCH 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out Sunday Payne (illness) will not play Sunday versus Dallas, Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Impact Payne was seen exiting the arena prior to Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET tipoff, leaving Tyrese Maxey, Buddy Hield and Kyle Lowry as the lone traditional guards healthy in Philadelphia's backcourt. De'Anthony Melton (back) is out, but Kelly Oubre (shoulder) has officially been cleared for action.

MARCH 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with illness Payne is questionable for Sunday's game against the Mavericks due to an illness.

Impact Payne is a late addition to the injury report, which is never a good sign. De'Anthony Melton (back) has already been ruled out and Kelly Oubre (shoulder) is questionable, so the 76ers' backcourt depth could be tested versus Dallas. If that's the case, Kyle Lowry would presumably see increased usage.

MARCH 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Hits for 16 off bench Payne registered 16 points (6-11 FG, 4-6 3Pt), one rebound, two assists and one steal across 20 minutes off the bench during Friday's 104-97 victory over Cleveland.

Impact Kyle Lowry isn't yet ready to play on back-to-back nights, so Payne saw an elevated role again behind Tyrese Maxey in the Sixers' backcourt. Payne's scored at least 15 points in three of the last six games, but he also played only nine minutes in Lowry's debut for Philly on Thursday. Payne can still be useful as a bargain DFS option, but only when Lowry is getting the night off.

FEBRUARY 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sparkplug off the bench Payne had 15 points (4-10 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 6-6 FT), two rebounds and four assists over 24 minutes during Monday's 123-121 victory over Cleveland.

Impact Payne, platoon center Mo Bamba, and rookie Ricky Council were the only players to see meaningful minutes off Philadelphia's bench, with the 76ers utilizing in eight-man rotation Monday. Payne stepped up and contributed offensively, but he's unlikely to deliver consistent sixth-man production moving forward.

FEBRUARY 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Coming off bench Payne will come off the bench for Saturday's game against the Wizards, Gina Mizell of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Impact This is an expected move with Tyrese Maxey (illness) back in the lineup. Payne stepped up in a big way in his debut Friday against the Hawks, producing 20 points (7-16 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, six assists, one block and two steals across 36 minutes.

FEBRUARY 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Drops season-high 20 points Payne recorded 20 points (7-16 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, six assists, one block and two steals in 36 minutes during Friday's 127-121 loss to the Hawks.

Impact Payne slid straight into the starting lineup Friday following his trade from Milwaukee. With the 76ers down on troops, Payne stepped into a sizeable role, scoring a season-high 20 points. Although he won't be this good moving forward, he is worth a look, even in 12-team leagues, as long as Philadelphia is running a thin backcourt lineup.

FEBRUARY 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 10, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Starting in team debut Payne is starting Friday's game against Atlanta.

Impact Payne is making his first appearance with his new team Friday and will be part of the starting lineup since Tyrese Maxey (illness) has been ruled out. Coach Nick Nurse suggested before Friday's game that Payne could see considerable playing time against the Hawks.

FEBRUARY 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set to make team debut Friday Payne (recently traded) is available for Friday's game against Atlanta, Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Impact Payne was initially ruled out for Friday's matchup since his trade was still pending, but he's been cleared to make his team debut in the first half of a back-to-back set. Tyrese Maxey (illness) is questionable for Friday's game, and Payne could see a fairly sizable role against the Hawks if Maxey is ruled out.

FEBRUARY 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't suit up Friday Payne (trade pending/knee) is out for Friday's game versus the Hawks.

Impact Payne was traded from the Bucks to the 76ers on Thursday but won't suit up against Atlanta. However, it's unclear if the knee injury that forced him to miss his previous contest is still bothering him. Regardless, Payne's next chance to suit up is Saturday's matchup with Washington.

FEBRUARY 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Traded to Philadelphia Payne (knee) was traded from the Bucks to the 76ers along with a 2027 second-round pick Thursday in exchange for Patrick Beverley, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

Impact Payne joined the Bucks on a one-year deal ahead of the 2023-24 campaign and saw decreased production across the board, averaging 6.2 points, 2.3 assists and 1.3 rebounds in 14.9 minutes per game over 47 appearances with the club. He'll likely serve as the primary backup at point guard behind Tyrese Maxey on a team that has been active ahead of the trade deadline following Joel Embiid's (knee) injury.

FEBRUARY 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Considered probable Payne is probable for Thursday's game against the Timberwolves due to left knee hyperextension.

Impact With Damian Lillard (ankle) sidelined, Payne played an increased role during Tuesday's loss to the Suns, posting 11 points, four rebounds, three assists and two steals in 23 minutes. Lillard is questionable for Thursday, so the Bucks' backcourt availability is a key storyline to watch for DFS players.

FEBRUARY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 11 points in loss Payne registered 11 points (4-10 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-4 FT), four rebounds, three assists and two steals across 23 minutes during Tuesday's 114-106 loss to Phoenix.

Impact The Bucks were missing Damian Lillard (ankle), but Pat Connaughton drew the start at point guard. Payne still saw a sizable workload off the bench, and more minutes could trickle down his way if Khris Middleton (ankle) is forced to miss time after picking up an injury Tuesday.

FEBRUARY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Joins the party Payne registered 11 points (4-7 FG, 3-4 3Pt), two rebounds, five assists and two steals over 18 minutes during Saturday's 141-117 win over the Pelicans.

Impact Payne chipped in hot shooting off the bench, logging 18 minutes to represent his high-water mark since Dec. 27. Payne is amid a fine shooting campaign, knocking down 40.8 percent of 2.9 threes per game across 42 appearances, but is status as a defensive liability caps his role in Milwaukee's rotation. He has a minus-5.1 net rating per 100 possessions this season.

JANUARY 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Boston Payne (concussion) is available for Thursday's game against the Celtics, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Impact Payne was unavailable Monday against the Jazz due to the league's concussion protocols, but he was probable for Thursday's matchup and has officially been cleared to suit up. Over his last five appearances, he's averaged 3.6 points and 1.8 assists in 10.2 minutes per game.

JANUARY 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play against Boston Payne (concussion) is deemed probable for Wednesday's game versus the Celtics.

Impact Payne missed Monday's game versus the Jazz while in concussion protocols but has since returned to practice and is expected to suit up against Boston on Thursday. If he's further upgraded to available, Payne should continue to serve as Milwaukee's backup point guard behind Damian Lillard.

JANUARY 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Practices Wednesday Coach Adrian Griffin said Payne (concussion) practiced Wednesday, but his status for Thursday's game against the Celtics is to be determined, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Impact Payne missed Monday's loss to Utah due to a concussion, but he appears to be progressing well. His status for Thursday's matchup should surface Wednesday afternoon, but Griffin said the team needs to see how Payne feels Thursday morning, so the backup point guard will presumably be a game-time decision.

JANUARY 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Perfect from charity stripe Payne recorded five points (0-3 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 5-5 FT), one rebound and four assists in 15 minutes during Thursday's 125-121 win over the Spurs.

Impact Payne scored all of five of his points from the free-throw line Thursday, thanks to a season high in attempts. The 29-year-old guard also racked up four assists without recording a single turnover. Payne continues to serve as Milwaukee's backup point guard to Damian Lillard.

JANUARY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ties season-high mark in win Payne accumulated 18 points (6-9 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 1-1 FT), four rebounds, six assists and two steals across 23 minutes during Wednesday's 144-122 win over the Nets.

Impact Payne posted his ninth game with 10 or more points this season, and in fact, he matched his best scoring mark of the campaign in this one, while also notching season-best figures in rebounds, assists and steals. Even though Payne can deliver strong performances off the bench from time to time, his role in the rotation and the inconsistencies of his role suggest he's better off in the waiver wire than in your fantasy lineup.

DECEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tallies one point Wednesday Payne provided one point (0-4 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT) and four assists across 14 minutes during Wednesday's 140-126 victory over the Pacers.

Impact Payne scored just one point in the win, his lowest total since he failed to score back in early November. Despite featuring in the rotation in every game this season, Payne has been a non-factor when it comes to fantasy. Averaging just 6.3 points, 2.5 assists and 1.2 three-pointers per game, he can safely be ignored, outside of very, very deep leagues.

DECEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE