Haywood Highsmith News, Rumors, Updates - Phoenix Suns

Scores five points in return Highsmith (knee) recorded five points (2-3 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-1 FT) in 10 minutes off the bench Sunday in the Suns' 135-103 win over the Thunder.

Impact Highsmith made it back to the court for the Suns' regular-season finale, after he had been sidelined for each of the previous 12 games while receiving maintenance for his surgically repaired right knee. The veteran forward saw only light action in the contest, but assuming his knee responded well, Highsmith looks like he'll be good to go for the Suns' playoff run. However, because Phoenix was holding out eight rotation players Sunday, Highsmith looks to be in danger of losing out on a spot on the second unit when the Suns host the Trail Blazers on Tuesday in a Play-In Tournament game.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Available Sunday Highsmith (knee) is available for Sunday's game against the Thunder.

Impact Highsmith will shed his questionable tag and return from a 12-game absence due to a right knee injury. He has appeared in just six games so far this season, averaging 5.5 points, 2.2 rebounds and 1.2 assists in 13.3 minutes per contest.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to play Sunday Highsmith (knee) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Thunder.

Impact Highsmith has missed the Suns' last 12 games, and while the questionable tag leaves the door open for a return, it wouldn't be surprising if he sits out. Highsmith hasn't played since March 17. He's been limited to just five appearances this season, averaging 6.6 points and 2.6 rebounds per game.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Listed out for Friday Highsmith (knee) is out for Friday's game against the Lakers.

Impact Highsmith is slated for a 12th straight absence while dealing with a right knee injury. His next opportunity to suit up will arrive in the regular-season finale Sunday against Oklahoma City, though it's unclear at this time whether he's nearing a return.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Wednesday Highsmith (knee) is out for Wednesday's game against the Mavericks.

Impact Highsmith will miss a 10th straight game while dealing with a right knee injury. His next chance to play will come against the Lakers on Friday, but his chances of suiting up in the near future are slim to none.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

Listed out for Tuesday Highsmith (knee) is out for Tuesday's game against the Rockets.

Impact Highsmith is in line for his 10th consecutive absence while on the mend from a right knee injury. His next opportunity to take the court will arrive Wednesday against Dallas.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Another absence coming Highsmith (knee) is out for Sunday's game against Chicago.

Impact Highsmith will miss a ninth straight game and remains without a timetable to return.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Thursday Highsmith (knee) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Hornets.

Impact Highsmith will miss an eighth consecutive contest due to right knee injury management and is without a clear timetable for a return to game action. For now, he can be considered highly questionable for Sunday's game in Chicago.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Out for Tuesday Highsmith (knee) is out for Tuesday's game against the Magic.

Impact Highsmith will sit out for a seventh straight game Tuesday and remains without a timetable to return.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Won't suit up Monday Highsmith (knee) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Grizzlies.

Impact Highsmith will miss a sixth consecutive contest due to right knee injury management, and his next opportunity to play will come Tuesday in Orlando. With Dillon Brooks (hand) also sidelined, Ryan Dunn and Rasheer Fleming will likely continue seeing increased minutes.

MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Saturday Highsmith (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Jazz.

Impact Highsmith will miss a fifth consecutive contest due to right knee injury management, and his next opportunity to play will come Monday in Memphis. Ryan Dunn and Rasheer Fleming are candidates for increased minutes in Highsmith's stead.

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Tuesday Highsmith (knee) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Nuggets.

Impact Highsmith will miss a fourth consecutive contest due to right knee injury management, and his next opportunity to play will come Saturday against the Jazz. With the 29-year-old forward out, Ryan Dunn and Rasheer Fleming are candidates for increased minutes.

MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Sunday Highsmith (knee) will remain on the inactive list for Sunday's game versus the Raptors.

Impact This will be the third straight game on the sidelines for Highsmith, which should result in some extra minutes for Rasheer Fleming. Highsmith's next chance to play will come Tuesday versus the Nuggets.

MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Saturday Highsmith (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Bucks.

Impact Highsmith will be held out of the front end of this back-to-back set due to right knee injury management, and his next opportunity to play will come Sunday against the Raptors. With the 29-year-old forward out, Ryan Dunn and Rasheer Fleming are candidates for increased playing time.

MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Thursday Highsmith (knee) won't play in Thursday's game against the Spurs, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Impact The Suns are giving Highsmith the night off Thursday to rest his right knee following offseason surgery. Rasheer Fleming appears to be worth streaming in shallow fantasy leagues and Ryan Dunn in deeper settings.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

Added to injury report Highsmith (knee) is questionable for Thursday's game versus the Spurs.

Impact After not including him on the original injury report, the Suns are now thinking about holding Highsmith out for right knee injury management. Rasheer Fleming and Jordan Goodwin could pick up a few extra minutes if Highsmith cannot play, as Royce O'Neale (knee) has been ruled out.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

Available Tuesday Highsmith (knee) is available for Tuesday's game against the Timberwolves.

Impact Highsmith was initially listed as questionable due to right knee injury management, though he'll shake off that tag and suit up in the second leg of this back-to-back set. Over four appearances for the Suns, he has averaged 7.5 points, 2.8 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.0 steals in 18.0 minutes per contest.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as questionable Highsmith (knee) is questionable for Tuesday's game against Minnesota.

Impact After scoring a season-high 16 points in 19 minutes during Monday's loss to the Celtics, Highsmith might sit out the second leg of Phoenix's back-to-back for right knee injury management. If Highsmith sits out, Jordan Goodwin and Royce O'Neale would both be in line to pick up a few extra minutes.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Scores season-high 16 points Highsmith provided 16 points (4-8 FG, 4-5 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four rebounds, one assist and one steal across 19 minutes during Monday's 120-112 loss to the Celtics.

Impact The 16 points were a season high for Highsmith, who continues to slowly work his way back offseason right knee surgery from a workload perspective. Over his first four appearances of the year, Highsmith has averaged 7.5 points, 2.8 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.0 steals in 17.8 minutes per game.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 16 • VALLEYOFTHESUNS.COM

Getting green light Thursday Highsmith (knee) will play Thursday against the Pacers, Amanda Pflugrad of 3TV Phoenix reports.

Impact Highsmith was initially added to the team's injury report due to right knee injury management, but he's since received clearance to suit up for Thursday's action. The 29-year-old has logged 21 and 13 minutes in his first two games of the season and could see a slight uptick in chances against Indiana with Grayson Allen (knee) downgraded to out.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Thursday Highsmith is questionable to play Thursday in Indiana due to right knee injury management, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Impact Highsmith recently returned from a lengthy absence, so the medical staff may play it safe and hold him out of Thursday's game, which will be the first of a back-to-back set. If Highsmith hits the sidelines, there would be more minutes available for Amir Coffey and Ryan Dunn.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Logs 21 minutes in win Highsmith finished Sunday's 111-99 victory over the Hornets with three points (1-4 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four rebounds, two assists and one steal over 21 minutes.

Impact Highsmith saw a sizable workload in his season debut after a lengthy recovery from his knee issue. Highsmith is mostly a defensive specialist with a low usage rate, so he's unlikely to make a big fantasy impact.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 3 • SI.COM

Back at full strength Highsmith (knee) isn't listed on the injury report ahead of Tuesday's game against the Kings.

Impact Highsmith will be available to make his season debut after finishing up his rehab. It remains to be seen how involved the 29-year-old will be in the Phoenix rotation, though he figures to be deployed off the bench to provide bench minutes behind the likes of Grayson Allen and Royce O'Neale.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

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