CAMERON PAYNE NEWS

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

Kings-Mavericks boasts stellar point guard matchup Nov 18, 2023; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving (11) drives to the basket against Milwaukee Bucks guard Cameron...

NOVEMBER 19, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Fails to score Monday Payne finished Monday's 118-109 win over the Bulls with zero points (0-2 FG, 0-2 3Pt) and five assists across 17 minutes.

Impact Payne shifted back to the bench Monday, allowing Damian Lillard to slot back into the opening lineup. Despite a proven ability to step up when afforded meaningful minutes, Payne has failed to make the most of his opportunities thus far. He currently sits well outside the top 250 in standard leagues, making him nothing more than a stream candidate if and when Lillard misses time.

NOVEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Efficient in loss Payne ended Saturday's 112-97 loss to the Magic with 14 points (6-8 FG, 2-3 3Pt), two assists and two steals across 26 minutes.

Impact Payne, making his second consecutive start in place of Damian Lillard (calf), capitalized on his offensive looks and snapped out of a 4-of-13 skid in two prior contests. The Bucks' offense looks lethargic outside of Giannis Antetokounmpo, and Payne is not a difference-making facilitator. Payne's increased usage isn't a guarantee to translate to increased output if Lillard misses more time.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting in Lillard's absence Payne will start Thursday's contest against the Pacers in the absence of Damian Lillard (calf), Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Impact Lillard is missing his first game of the year, and coach Adrian Griffin will opt to start Payne. In 15 starts with the Suns last season, the guard averaged 14.9 points, 7.1 assists and 2.9 rebounds in 30.5 minutes. He's been hot from three to start the year with Milwaukee, going 5-of-17 (52.9 percent) from distance.

NOVEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Minimal production off bench Payne ended with zero points (0-1 FG) and one assist across 12 minutes during Friday's 110-105 win over the Knicks.

Impact Payne played double-digit minutes off the bench for a fourth consecutive game Friday, but he had minimal results. He averaged 10.6 points and 4.7 assists in 21.1 minutes per game with the Suns over the past two seasons but has averaged just 4.6 points in 13.4 minutes per game over his first five appearances with the Bucks.

NOVEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Thursday Coach Adrian Griffin said Wednesday that Payne (thigh) will be available for Thursday's regular-season opener against the 76ers, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Impact Payne is set to play Thursday despite suffering a thigh contusion during Milwaukee's preseason finale. The 29-year-old guard will likely serve as the Bucks' backup point guard behind Damian Lillard.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will not return Payne suffered a thigh contusion and will not return to Friday's preseason game against Memphis.

Impact Payne played five minutes before picking up the injury, finishing with two points on 1-of-1 shooting. Payne, who is penciled in as Milwaukee's backup point guard, can be tentatively considered questionable for Opening Night on Oct. 26.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting Sunday Payne (rest) isn't active for the Bucks' preseason opener Sunday, reports Jim Owczarski of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.

Impact Payne joined Milwaukee last week, so he'll likely be due for preseason reps at some point. The 29-year-old's next opportunity comes Wednesday versus Memphis.

OCTOBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bucks sign PG Cameron Payne Former Phoenix Suns backup point guard Cameron Payne signed with the Milwaukee Bucks.

OCTOBER 2, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Bucks sign Cameron Payne to 1-year deal Guard Cameron Payne played with the Phoenix Suns for the last four NBA seasons.

OCTOBER 2, 2023 • NBA.COM

Milwaukee Bucks add former Suns guard Cameron Payne to their backcourt

The Milwaukee Bucks have signed former Phoenix Suns guard Cameron Payne

OCTOBER 2, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Signs with Bucks Payne and Milwaukee agreed to a one-year deal on Sunday, reports Shams Charania of The Athletic.

Impact Payne joins the Bucks after being waived by San Antonio in September. The 29-year-old spent last season with Phoenix but was traded to the Spurs after the Suns acquired Bradley Beal. Payne averaged 10.3 points across 48 appearances last season, but he battled foot injuries throughout the campaign. Healthy all offseason, Payne likely slots in as Damian Lillard's primary point guard back-up in Milwaukee.

OCTOBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Spurs waive Cameron Payne The veteran guard averaged 10.8 points and 4.5 assists with the Suns last season.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023 • NBA.COM

Report: Spurs to waive G Cameron Payne The San Antonio Spurs are waiving veteran guard Cameron Payne after acquiring him in a trade earlier this summer, ESPN reported Monday.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Report: Spurs to waive G Cameron Payne The San Antonio Spurs are waiving veteran guard Cameron Payne after acquiring him in a trade earlier this summer, ESPN reported Monday.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

Waived by Spurs Payne was waived by the Spurs on Monday, ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski reports.

Impact Payne was penciled in as the backup point guard in San Antonio behind Tre Jones before this news, but the franchise is going in a new direction and have several young candidates to fill the role including Malaki Branham and Blake Wesley. Payne will now seek to join a contending team on the open market.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suns trade Payne to Spurs, sign Bol Bol to 1-year contract, AP source says

The Phoenix Suns have traded guard Cameron Payne to the San Antonio Spurs and signed big man Bol Bol to a one-year contract, a person familiar with the moves told The Associated Pr...

JULY 16, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Reports: Suns trade Cameron Payne to Spurs The veteran guard reportedly is headed to San Antonio in a trade.

JULY 16, 2023 • NBA.COM

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...

JULY 16, 2023 • DEADSPIN.COM