CAMERON PAYNE NEWS

Drops donut in loss Payne amassed zero points (0-4 FG, 0-4 3Pt), one rebound, one assist and one block over 10 minutes during Saturday's 97-94 loss to the Warriors.

Impact Payne didn't bother the scorers, logging fewer than 15 minutes for the ninth time in the past 10 games. Despite an ankle injury to Jalen Brunson, Payne has been unable to carve out a sizeable role. In three games since the Brunson injury, Payne is averaging just 4.0 points and 1.7 assists in 13.1 minutes.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Plays just 10 minutes Payne registered three points (1-6 FG, 1-6 3Pt), two rebounds and one assist over 10 minutes during Thursday's 113-109 overtime loss to the Lakers.

Impact Jalen Brunson sprained his ankle during the later portions of Thursday's game, making this a situation to monitor. Miles McBride would likely be the next man up for New York if Brunson misses time, but Payne could also step into a larger role for the Knicks. Payne has been productive in limited action this season with 7.0 points, 2.7 assists, 1.4 rebounds and 1.3 three-pointers in 14.2 minutes per contest.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Pedestrian effort off bench Payne registered five points (1-7 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT) and four assists over 16 minutes during Friday's 142-105 loss to the Cavaliers.

Impact Despite the nature of Friday's rout, Payne didn't see a noticeable increase in playing time while struggling to shoot the ball off the bench. The veteran guard has averaged 7.6 points, 4.3 assists, 1.1 rebounds and 0.7 three-pointers in 16.5 minutes over his last seven appearances, and Payne's fantasy value should remain capped while Jalen Brunson is healthy for the Knicks.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Knicks Fans Took Over a Pacers Home Game and Cameron Payne Loved It Knicks fans had Payne dancing with a “Let’s go Knicks” chant in Indiana.

FEBRUARY 12 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Leads bench in loss Payne closed Saturday's 131-104 loss to the Celtics with 14 points (6-10 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), one rebound and one assist over 19 minutes.

Impact Payne logged his most playing time since Jan. 1 while leading the second unit in scoring Saturday. The 30-year-old has scored in double figures just once over his last five outings, during which he has averaged 6.6 points and 2.4 assists across only 12.2 minutes per game.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Sees 11 minutes Payne logged five points (2-5 FG, 1-4 3Pt), one rebound, two assists and one steal over 11 minutes during Monday's 124-118 victory over Houston.

Impact Although the Knicks were shorthanded without OG Anunoby (foot) Monday, Payne did not see a notable increase in minutes. He remains miles off the fantasy radar in most leagues with an average of 11.0 minutes over his last 10 appearances.

FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Instant offense off bench Payne posted 18 points (7-10 FG, 4-5 3Pt), two rebounds, one assist and one steal in only 12 minutes off the bench during Friday's 116-99 loss to the Timberwolves.

Impact The veteran guard let the ball fly whenever he was on the court, continuing a hot streak that has seen Payne drain multiple threes in four straight games and score in double digits in four of the last five. He's averaged 12.6 points, 2.6 threes, 1.6 boards, 1.4 assists and 0.8 steals in just 12.4 minutes a contest over the latter stretch while shooting 54.8 percent from the floor and 50.0 percent (13-for-26) from beyond the arc, but his limited role on the Knicks' bench will make it tough for him to keep contributing at this level.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Solid outing in win Sunday Payne finished Sunday's 140-106 victory over the Bucks with 18 points (6-10 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds and two assists across 14 minutes.

Impact Payne led the Knicks' bench in scoring, reaching the double-digit mark in points for the first time since Dec. 23. Moreover, the 30-year-old finished as the club's third-leading scorer behind Jalen Brunson (44 points), who played limited minutes due to a shoulder injury, and Karl-Anthony Towns (30 points). With Brunson's status for Monday's game against Detroit up in the air, Payne could see increased run during the second half of the club's back-to-back set.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Efficient in limited minutes Payne produced 11 points (5-11 FG, 1-4 3Pt), two rebounds, one block and one steal across 15 minutes during Friday's 126-101 loss to the Thunder.

Impact Payne made the most of his minutes Friday, as he reached the 15-minute plateau and scored in double digits off the bench for the first time since Dec. 23. The Knicks tend to give heavy minutes to their starters, however, so Payne won't be a factor in most fantasy formats as long as he remains on the bench due to his limited playing time.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Flirts with double-double in start Payne registered eight points (2-9 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 3-4 FT), three rebounds, nine assists and three steals over 36 minutes during Wednesday's 119-103 win over the Jazz.

Impact Payne was a late addition to the starting lineup, replacing Miles McBride (hamstring) who himself was slated to start in place of Jalen Brunson (calf). Although it was a quiet offensive night for Payne, he was productive in other areas, helping the Knicks to a comfortable victory. Should Brunson and McBride be forced to the sideline again, look for Payne to once again shift into the opening unit.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Last-second starter Payne will start Wednesday's game against Utah, Ian Begley of SportsNet New York reports.

Impact The Knicks' initial starting lineup featured Miles McBride at the point guard position, but the team will turn to Payne instead. It's unclear if McBride will be available off the bench, but Payne should see plenty of action considering Jalen Brunson (calf) is sidelined. Payne is averaging 10.3 points, 3.4 assists and 1.7 rebounds in games where he logs at least 15 minutes.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Pops for season-high 19 points Payne ended with 19 points (7-10 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 1-1 FT), two rebounds and one steal over 15 minutes during Monday's 139-125 win over Toronto.

Impact Payne popped for a season-high 19 points off the bench during the blowout win, picking up the some of the slack left behind by Jalen Brunson's 12 points in New York's starting lineup. Over his last eight games, Payne is averaging 7.4 points, 2.4 assists, 1.4 rebounds and 1.5 three-pointers in 14.5 minutes as the Knicks' backup floor general. The 30-year-old point guard remains off most fantasy radars while Brunson is healthy, so managers in the majority of leagues shouldn't be looking to add Payne from waiver wires despite Monday's scoring outburst.

DECEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 17, 2024 • OUTKICK.COM

Will play vs. Toronto Payne (elbow) is available for Monday's game against the Raptors, Stefan Bondy of The New York Post reports.

Impact Payne missed the Knicks' last two games due to a left elbow effusion, but he has progressed enough in his recovery to play Monday and will serve as the primary backup at point guard behind Jalen Brunson. Across his 10 outings prior to the injury, Payne averaged 9.7 points, 3.6 assists and 2.0 rebounds over 20.0 minutes per game.

DECEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Deemed questionable for Monday Payne (elbow) is questionable for Monday's game against Toronto, Ian Begley of SportsNet New York reports.

Impact Payne is in danger of missing a third consecutive matchup due to a left elbow effusion. If the veteran guard is sidelined, Miles McBride and Tyler Kolek are candidates for an uptick in playing time off the bench.

DECEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 8, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Won't play Saturday vs. Pistons Payne (elbow) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against Detroit, Kristian Winfield of the New York Daily News reports.

Impact Payne is dealing with left elbow effusion, and it's serious enough for him to be sidelined Saturday. Tyler Kolek and Miles McBride are slated to see more minutes off the bench due to Payne's absence. Payne's next chance to play will be Monday against the Raptors.

DECEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Why's Knicks Standout So Unorthodox? Cameron Payne has been everything New York could hope for as their top scorer off the bench.

DECEMBER 7, 2024 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Questionable for Saturday Payne (elbow) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Pistons.

Impact The floor general was held out of Thursday's game against the Hornets and was initially listed as day-to-day, so it's not surprising to see him getting a questionable tag. Even if he's deemed available, Payne isn't expected to have a lot of fantasy upside. He's averaging just 8.2 points, 3.4 assists and 1.9 rebounds per game this season.

DECEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Considered day-to-day Payne (elbow), who was held out of Thursday's game against the Hornets, is being labeled as day-to-day, Kristian Winfield of the New York Daily News reports.

Impact Head coach Tom Thibodeau stated after the game that the team will see how Payne feels Friday morning, but it sounds like he'll have a chance to play in Saturday's matchup against Detroit if all goes well over the next few days. Miles McBride and Tyler Kolek would continue to benefit from a playing time standpoint until Payne gets the green light to return.

DECEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Thursday Payne (elbow) has been ruled out for Thursday's matchup versus the Hornets, Ian Begley of SportsNet New York reports.

Impact Payne will miss Thursday's game due to left elbow inflammation. With the veteran guard sidelined, Miles McBride and Tyler Kolek are candidates for an uptick in playing time off the bench.

DECEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with an elbow effusion Payne is questionable for Thursday's game against Charlotte due to a left elbow effusion.

Impact Payne is dealing with the buildup of fluids in his elbow joint, putting his status in jeopardy for Thursday's contest. The 30-year-old has appeared in 12 consecutive contests and is raining in 49.1 percent of 4.4 threes per game over that span, so his elbow has yet to cause performance-related issues

DECEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Adds 11 points off bench Payne logged 11 points (4-11 FG, 3-7 3Pt), six rebounds, five assists, two blocks and one steal over 31 minutes during Saturday's 121-106 loss to the Jazz.

Impact Payne led the New York bench in scoring and did so with a strong showing from beyond the arc. He's enjoyed an expanded role for this Knicks team of late due to the absence of Miles McBride (knee), as he's averaged 26.7 minutes over his previous three appearances after averaging 15.4 minutes across his first nine games of the 2024-25 campaign.

NOVEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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.

NOVEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE