JULY 16, 2023 • DEADSPIN.COM
CAMERON PAYNE #1 - POINT GUARD - NEW YORK KNICKS
8.2 PPG •
1.7 RPG •
3.4 APG
8.2 PPG
1.7 RPG
3.4 APG
Reports: Suns sign Bol Bol, trade Cameron Payne The Phoenix Suns signed free agent center Bol Bol and traded guard Cameron Payne to the San Antonio Spurs in a flurry of reported moves on S...
Traded to San Antonio The Suns traded Payne and a future second-round pick to the Spurs on Sunday in exchange for a future second-round pick and cash, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.
Impact Payne's career took off after joining the Suns during the 2019-20 campaign, and he carved out a solid backup role over the last few years, averaging at least 10.0 points and 4.5 assists in each of the last two seasons. However, Phoenix has completely overhauled its point guard depth chart this offseason, moving on from Chris Paul and Payne, while adding Bradley Beal. In San Antonio, Payne, who'll be playing on an expiring $6.5 million deal, should compete for a reserve role with the likes of Tre Jones, Devonte' Graham, Blake Wesley and Malaki Branham. In a corresponding move, the Suns signed Bol Bol.
JULY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Phoenix Suns guard Cameron Payne makes surprise appearance at Memphis Pro-Am Memphis native and current Phoenix Suns guard wanted to show his city love on Thursday when he made a surprising appearance at the Pro-Am.
JULY 14, 2023 • COMMERCIALAPPEAL.COM
Phoenix Suns guard Cameron Payne stepped up vs. Nuggets. Now team must decide if he stays Payne had a playoff career-best 31 points in the Phoenix Suns' West semifinals Game 6 and season-ending loss to the Denver Nuggets on Thursd...
MAY 12, 2023 • AZCENTRAL.COM
Shines in CP3 absence Payne chipped in 31 points (12-16 FG, 7-9 3Pt, 0-3 FT), six rebounds, two assists and one block across 42 minutes during Thursday's 125-100 loss to the Nuggets in Game 6 of the Wes...
Impact Payne started each of the Suns' last four playoff games, but this was the first time he scored in double digits. He wasn't able to replace Chris Paul (groin) effectively, and as a result, the Suns ended up losing the series in six games. Payne ends the playoffs with averages of 8.1 points and 2.9 assists per game across seven postseason outings (four starts).
MAY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Phoenix Suns are last in NBA Playoffs in bench production. Is Cameron Payne the answer? The Phoenix Suns are second in the NBA in points per game, but last in bench points.
APRIL 29, 2023 • AZCENTRAL.COM
Plays small role in return Payne (back) logged three minutes off the bench and finished with two assists and no other statistics Tuesday in the Suns' series-clinching Game 5 win over the Clippers.
Impact Payne checked into the contest with 4:31 left in the second quarter to give Chris Paul a breather, but after exiting with 1:15 remaining in the period, he didn't see the floor for the entirety of the second half. The Suns may have just been proceeding cautiously with Payne, who missed the April 9 regular-season finale as well as the first four games of the first-round playoff series with a sore back. Phoenix won't begin its Western Conference Semifinals series with the Nuggets until Sunday, so Payne will have plenty of time to ramp up in practice and may be able to claim a larger role during the upcoming round of the postseason.
APRIL 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Suns update: Cameron Payne (lower back soreness) probable for Game 5 vs. Clippers Cameron Payne (back) has missed Phoenix's last five games counting the regular season.
APRIL 25, 2023 • AZCENTRAL.COM
Phoenix Suns update: Cameron Payne remains out with low back soreness Suns Cameron Payne will miss a third straight game in this Suns-Clippers series with low back soreness.
APRIL 21, 2023 • AZCENTRAL.COM
Termed questionable for Game 1 Payne (back) is considered questionable for Sunday's Game 1 of the Western Conference First Round, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.
Impact Payne missed the final game of the regular season while nursing back soreness, and it appears the rest was more than just a day off to close out the regular season. If Payne is unable to go Sunday, Landry Shamet could see additional minutes working behind Chris Paul at point guard.
APRIL 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Tweaks back against Lakers Payne tweaked his lower back against the Lakers on Friday and wasn't able to return according to Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com.
Impact Payne finished the night with 13 points, four assists, one rebound and one three-pointer in 15 minutes. With Payne leaving the game and most of the key players in Phoenix resting, Saben Lee handled most of the playmaking duties for the Suns. That could be the case in the season finale on April 9 if the Suns continue to sit their regulars.
APRIL 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Scores 11 points off bench Payne finished Wednesday's 107-100 win over the Timberwolves with 11 points (5-10 FG, 1-2 3Pt), one rebound, two assists and one steal in 13 minutes.
Impact Payne scored in double figures off the bench for a third straight game and is shooting 53.6 percent from the field during that stretch. Despite the hot streak, Payne's March has been disappointing, as he's averaging just 8.4 points, 4.0 assists and 2.2 rebounds with 44/34/88 shooting splits over his last 14 appearances.
MARCH 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Booker, bench lead Suns past skidding Jazz as Ayton returns
Devin Booker scored 24 points and Phoenix reserves sparked the decisive run for the Suns in a 117-103 win over the fading Utah JazzMARCH 28, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Thrives off bench Thursday Payne finished with 18 points (7-12 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 1-1 FT), two rebounds, five assists and one steal in 21 minutes during Thursday's 116-113 win over the Magic.
Impact Payne didn't outplay Chris Paul, but he gave the Suns a huge spark off the bench. He's now scored in double figures in back-to-back games as a reserve for just the second time this season, but it would be a stretch to expect him to deliver these numbers regularly in the upcoming weeks. Payne is averaging 8.6 points, 2.9 assists and 2.1 rebounds across 15.2 minutes per game since the All-Star break (10 appearances).
MARCH 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Suns hold off Magic 116-113, snap 3-game losing streak
osh Okogie made a go-ahead 3-pointer midway through the fourth quarter and blocked Paolo Banchero’s 3 in the final seconds as the Phoenix Suns held off the Orlando Magic 116-113 on...MARCH 17, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Scores 13 points off bench Payne closed with 13 points (4-9 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds and two assists over 17 minutes during Tuesday's 116-104 loss to the Bucks.
Impact Payne got hot from deep and scored his most points since Feb. 24, when he posted 14 in 16 minutes during his return from a lengthy injury absence. Over his past nine appearances, the lefty point guard has averaged 7.6 points, 2.7 assists and 2.1 rebounds in 14.6 minutes. While his overall production isn't eye-popping, he's capable of offensive explosions on certain occasions.
MARCH 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Pops for 14 points in return Payne (foot) finished with 14 points (5-9 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 1-4 FT), four rebounds and one steal in 16 minutes in Friday's 124-115 win over the Thunder.
Impact Playing for the first time since Jan. 4, Payne settled back into a spot on the second unit as the top backup to starting point guard Chris Paul, resulting in Saben Lee being bumped from the rotation. Though Payne produced well during his time on the court, he's unlikely to see his minutes pick up in any sort of major way unless Paul or Devin Booker are sidelined at any point.
FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Available Friday Payne (foot) is available Friday against the Clippers, Kellan Olson of AZ Sports reports.
Impact Payne has been out for nearly two months and will likely be eased back into the rotation. Once he has his legs under him, Payne will be able to provide deep-league fantasy managers with points, three-pointers, assists and steals. Saben Lee could fall out of the rotation with this news.
FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable Friday Payne (foot) is questionable for Friday's game against the Clippers, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.
Impact Payne has been sidelined since Jan. 6 due to his right foot sprain and is expected to return for Friday's matchup, but he'll carry a questionable designation. If he's able to suit up during the Suns' first game after the All-Star break, he'll likely face significant restrictions.
FEBRUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Likely to return after break Payne (foot) is slated to return to the court for the Suns' Feb. 24 matchup with the Clippers, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.
Impact Although Payne has not officially been cleared, he indicated that he will play in the first game after the All-Star break. He has been sidelined since Jan. 6 with a sprained right foot and will likely be under significant restrictions upon his return. When available, Payne should take over backup point guard duties behind Chris Paul.
FEBRUARY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Sidelined through All-Star break The Suns announced Monday that Payne (foot) will be re-evaluated after the All-Star break, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.
Impact Payne has missed over a month due to his foot injury and still lacks a clear timeline for a return, but the Suns have already dismissed the possibility of him playing Tuesday against the Kings or Thursday against the Clippers. If Payne is cleared to resume practicing shortly after his re-evaluation, he could have a chance at being ready to go when the Suns open their post-break schedule Feb. 24 against the Thunder. In the meantime, Payne's ongoing absence should clear the way for Saben Lee to serve as starting point guard Chris Paul's primary backup.
FEBRUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Out at least another week The Suns announced Friday that Payne (foot) will be re-evaluated in a week, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.
Impact While Payne continues to progress in his recovery from a right foot sprain, it's not yet clear when he'll be able to return to game action. The 28-year-old has been re-evaluated several times over the past month, so fantasy managers shouldn't hold their breath waiting for the lefty point guard to be cleared. Further clarity on Payne's timeline should be available following his next evaluation.
FEBRUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Without timetable for return Payne (foot) won't play Monday against the Raptors and is out indefinitely, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.
Impact Head coach Monty Williams said Payne didn't do anything during last Friday's practice, and despite progressing well in rehab, the lefty point guard hasn't done enough to start thinking about a potential return date. Payne has played in only two games since Dec. 13, and with the All-Star break just over two weeks away, it's plausible that the Suns keep the 2015 first-round pick out until the second half of the season kicks off.
JANUARY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Phoenix Suns: Cameron Payne wants to regain comfort with foot injury The Phoenix Suns announced Tuesday that Cameron Payne will be re-evaluated again in a week with a right foot sprain.
JANUARY 26, 2023 • AZCENTRAL.COM
