The Suns announced Friday that Payne (foot) will be re-evaluated in a week, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.
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.
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Suns' Cameron Payne: Without timetable for return
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Payne (foot) won't play Monday against the Raptors and is out indefinitely, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.
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.
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Suns' Cameron Payne: Out at least another week
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The Suns announced Tuesday that Payne (foot) will be re-evaluated in one week, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.
Payne was already ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Hornets, which will mark his 10th straight absence with a right foot sprain, but the backup point guard will now be shelved for at least a few more games beyond that. 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.
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Suns' Cameron Payne: Remains out
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Payne (foot) won't play in Tuesday's game against the Hornets, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.
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.
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Suns' Cameron Payne: Won't play Sunday
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Payne (foot) remains out for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.
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.
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Suns' Cameron Payne: Out two-plus weeks
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Payne (foot) will be re-evaluated in two weeks, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.
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.
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Suns' Cameron Payne: Sidelined Friday
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Payne (foot) will not play in Friday's game against the Heat, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.
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.
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Suns' Cameron Payne: Out for remainder of game
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Payne won't return to Wednesday's game versus the Cavaliers due to right foot discomfort.
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.
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Suns' Cameron Payne: Bags seven assists in return
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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.
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.
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Suns' Cameron Payne: Officially available Monday
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Payne (foot) is available for Monday's game against the Knicks, Tim Bontemps of ESPN.com reports.
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.
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Suns' Cameron Payne: Probable to face Knicks
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Payne (foot) is probable to face the Knicks on Monday, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.
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.
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Suns' Cameron Payne: Sitting out Friday
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Payne (foot) will miss Friday's game versus the Raptors.
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.
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Suns' Cameron Payne: Ruled out Wednesday
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Payne (foot) has been ruled out for Wednesday's matchup against the Wizards, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.
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.
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Suns' Cameron Payne: Hopes to return on road trip
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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.
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.
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Suns' Cameron Payne: Remains sidelined Tuesday
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Payne (foot) is out for Tuesday's game against the Grizzlies, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republicreports.
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.
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Suns' Cameron Payne: Out Friday
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Payne (foot) is out Friday against the Grizzlies.
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.
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Suns' Cameron Payne: Out Tuesday
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Payne (foot) is out Tuesday against the Wizards.
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.
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Suns' Cameron Payne: Out Monday
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Payne (foot) will not play Monday against the Lakers, Gerald Bourguet of PHNX Sports reports.
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.
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Suns' Cameron Payne: Won't play Saturday
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Payne (foot) is out for Saturday's matchup game versus New Orleans.
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.
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Suns' Cameron Payne: Officially out Thursday
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Payne (foot) won't play in Thursday's matchup against the Clippers, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.
Payne is out Thursday after suffering a right foot sprain in Tuesday's matchup with the Rockets. Damion Lee and Landry Shamet should see extended minutes in his absence. Payne's next chance to suit up will be Saturday's game versus New Orleans.
