CAMERON PAYNE NEWS

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

To miss at least another week Payne (foot) will be re-evaluated in one week, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.

Impact Payne was already ruled out for Tuesday's matchup, which will mark his 10th straight absence with a right foot sprain, but the backup point guard will now be shelved for at least another week. The Suns recently got Chris Paul back in the mix, but they'll still be without Payne, Devin Booker (groin) and Landry Shamet (foot) for the foreseeable future.

JANUARY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Payne (foot) won't play in Tuesday's game against the Hornets, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Impact Payne will miss his 10th straight contest while recovering from a right foot sprain. The Suns have been quiet about a timetable for his return, though he was set to be re-evaluated over the weekend. Payne's next chance at a return will arrive Thursday against Dallas.

JANUARY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday Payne (foot) remains out for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Impact Payne was due for a re-evaluation this weekend after suffering a right foot sprain Jan. 4 and missing the Suns' subsequent eight games, but Phoenix has yet to provide an update on where exactly he stands in his recovery. With no indication that Payne has been cleared to resume practicing since being sidelined with the injury, he may face an uphill battle to be available for any of the Suns' three games during the upcoming week.

JANUARY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Edwards, Timberwolves bounce back to beat short-handed Suns

Anthony Edwards scored 31 points, D’Angelo Russell had 7 and the Minnesota Timberwolves held off the short-handed Phoenix Suns 121-116 on Friday night

JANUARY 14, 2023

Phoenix faces Golden State on 4-game road slide

Phoenix heads into a matchup against Golden State after losing four straight road games

JANUARY 9, 2023

Suns update: Cameron Payne (right foot sprain) out at least two weeks, Chris Paul (sore right hip) day-to-day Cameron Payne previously missed nine games with a right foot strain he suffered in a Dec. 13 loss at Houston.

JANUARY 7, 2023 • AZCENTRAL.COM

Out two-plus weeks Payne (foot) will be re-evaluated in two weeks, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Impact A foot sprain kept Payne out from Dec. 15 through Dec. 30 before he returned Jan. 2 and played two games prior to sitting again Friday. It's been determined that the guard needs even more time off and is a tough blow for the Suns with Devin Booker (groin) out for at least another few weeks and Cameron Johnson's (knee) timetable still unclear. Landry Shamet, Damion Lee and Duane Washington should continue seeing extra minutes.

JANUARY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined Friday Payne (foot) will not play in Friday's game against the Heat, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Impact Payne missed nine games in December with a foot injury and aggravated the issue in Wednesday's contest. He will join Devin Booker (groin) on the sideline Friday, which will allow Duane Washington and Landry Shamet to see larger roles. Payne's next chance to play will come Sunday against Cleveland.

JANUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suns update: Cameron Payne re-aggravates right foot injury in first half of loss to Cavaliers Phoenix Suns backup point guard Cameron Payne was in his second game back after missing nine with a right foot strain.

JANUARY 5, 2023 • AZCENTRAL.COM

Out for remainder of game Payne won't return to Wednesday's game versus the Cavaliers due to right foot discomfort.

Impact Payne recorded two points, two assists and one rebound in nine minutes before exiting Wednesday's game. His status for Friday's matchup with the Heat is uncertain.

JANUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bags seven assists in return Payne (foot) finished with eight points (3-7 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), seven assists and one rebound across 18 minutes off the bench in Monday's 102-83 loss to the Knicks.

Impact Suiting up for the first time since Dec. 13, Payne stepped back into his usual role as the Suns' top guard off the bench and came through with a useful assist total. While Chris Paul is healthy, Payne's overall fantasy upside will be capped, but he could have an opportunity to pick up a few extra minutes while the Suns turn to a collection of players to help fill in for Devin Booker (groin), who will likely be sidelined until at least late January. Payne, Landry Shamet, Damion Lee and Duane Washington may all absorb Booker's minutes to some degree.

JANUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Officially available Monday Payne (foot) is available for Monday's game against the Knicks, Tim Bontemps of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Payne was deemed probable ahead of Monday's matchup, and he'll officially be able to return to action after missing the last nine games. He came off the bench in his four appearances prior to his absence and averaged 10.8 points and 3.0 assists in 16.0 minutes per game during that time, but it's possible his playing time is monitored against New York.

JANUARY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Probable to face Knicks Payne (foot) is probable to face the Knicks on Monday, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Impact Payne has been dealing with a foot injury that has kept him out since Dec. 15, and the serviceable point guard has missed nine games in a row. The probable tag represents a step in the right direction, and if Payne ends up being available, then he should operate as Chris Paul's backup off the bench. He averaged 11.7 points and 5.7 assists per game across seven December appearances.

JANUARY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Booker, Phoenix set for matchup with New York

Devin Booker leads Phoenix into a matchup with New York averaging 27.1 points per game

JANUARY 1, 2023

Sitting out Friday Payne (foot) will miss Friday's game versus the Raptors.

Impact Payne doesn't have a clear timetable for his return to action, but Friday will mark his ninth consecutive game off. With Devin Booker (groin) and Landry Shamet (Achilles) also out, the Suns will likely turn to Duane Washington, Damion Lee and Josh Okogie, in addition to some extra minutes elsewhere, to fill the void. Chris Paul should handle as many minutes as possible at point guard with minimal depth behind him.

DECEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Wednesday Payne (foot) has been ruled out for Wednesday's matchup against the Wizards, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Impact Payne hasn't placed since Dec. 13 due to a right foot strain, but he's hoping to return sometime during the Suns' current six-game road trip. His next chance to suit up will come Friday in Toronto.

DECEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Phoenix Suns: Cameron Payne looks to return during six-game road trip Phoenix Suns backup point guard Cameron Payne looks to return during six-game road trip as he's missed six straight game with a right foot s...

DECEMBER 27, 2022 • AZCENTRAL.COM

Hopes to return on road trip Payne (foot) hopes to return during the Suns' current six-game road trip, which started Sunday against Denver, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Impact Payne already sat out the Christmas Day matchup in Denver and has been ruled out for Tuesday's contest in Memphis with a foot injury that's sidelined him since Dec. 13. Following Tuesday's contest, Phoenix plays four more road games in a one-week span, and Payne is hoping to return sometime during that stretch.

DECEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Tuesday Payne (foot) is out for Tuesday's game against the Grizzlies, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republicreports.

Impact Payne hasn't played since Dec. 13 due to a right foot strain. Damion Lee and Duane Washington will likely continue to receive extended minutes with Landry Shamet (Achilles) also out. Payne's next chance to suit up is Wednesday's matchup with the Wizards.

DECEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Sunday Payne (foot) is out for Sunday's Christmas Day game against the Nuggets, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.

Impact Payne will be out for a sixth straight game Sunday, though the Suns may be getting Devin Booker (groin) back, as the latter is listed as questionable. Payne's next chance to play arrives Tuesday at Memphis.

DECEMBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out Friday Payne (foot) is out Friday against the Grizzlies.

Impact Payne will be sidelined for a fifth straight game due to a strained right foot. His next chance to play arrives Christmas Day against the Nuggets.

DECEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out Tuesday Payne (foot) is out Tuesday against the Wizards.

Impact Payne will miss a fourth straight game due to a sprained right foot. With Devin Booker (groin) and Josh Okogie (hip) also shelved, the Suns are thin in the backcourt. More minutes could be in store for Duane Washington, Damion Lee and Landry Shamet.

DECEMBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out Monday Payne (foot) will not play Monday against the Lakers, Gerald Bourguet of PHNX Sports reports.

Impact Payne will sit for the third straight game as he continues to nurse a sprained right foot. The Suns are heading into a back-to-back, so it should not be a surprise if Payne remains out Tuesday against Washington, as well.

DECEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Saturday Payne (foot) is out for Saturday's matchup game versus New Orleans.

Impact Payne will miss his second straight game after spraining his right ankle in Tuesday's game. The 28-year-old point guard's next chance to play will be Monday's matchup with the Lakers.

DECEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE