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Bones Hyland Could Get Minnesota Timberwolves’ Final Roster Spot Over Malcolm Brogdon, Cam Payne, Landry Shamet

Bones Hyland could get the Minnesota Timberwolves’ final roster spot over Malcolm Brogdon, Cameron Payne and Landry Shamet, according to NBA insider Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / June 29

Knicks Year in Review: Cameron Payne

With the Larry O'Brien Trophy awarded and the NBA Draft in the books, the New York Knicks' most successful season in a quarter-century officially ends on a bittersweet note.

NBA News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / June 2

Mavericks linked to Knicks guard in free agency

The Dallas Mavericks are getting ready to build their team for the upcoming season, and they are going to need a few pieces to get a strong team around likely No.

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New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / May 25

Backup Point Guard Disparity May Doom Knicks

The most pivotal stretches of these Eastern Conference Finals have arrived at the start of the fourth quarters. Everyone has to get some rest eventually, and that's when most coaches choose to give their stars a breather so they're fresh for the majority of the fourth quarter.

NBA News / Yardbarker / May 9

History shows it's possible Cavs, Celtics can bounce back

History shows it's possible Cavaliers and Celtics can bounce back

The Cleveland Cavaliers and Boston Celtics are in trouble after losing their first two playoff games at home. It's tough to come back in that situation, but six teams have previously done it.

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New York Knicks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 3

Mikal Bridges earns hilarious new nickname from Cam Payne after Knicks’ Game 6 win

The New York Knicks are advancing to the second round of the NBA Playoffs, and they’re doing so with a new nickname making the rounds — courtesy of guard Cameron Payne.

NBA News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / April 21

Detroit Pistons vs. New York Knicks DFS Start ‘Em Sit ‘Em | April 21, 2025

The New York Knicks used a 21-point run in the fourth quarter to win 123-112 on Saturday, thanks to Cameron Payne’s fourth-quarter heroics. The Detroit Pistons look to bounce back in Game two to make this series the tightest it can be, as most experts have predicted.

New York Knicks News / Hoops Rumors / April 20

Knicks Notes: Payne, Brunson, Towns, Robinson

Tom Thibodeau’s decision to expand his rotation to nine players paid off Saturday as Cameron Payne came off the bench to spark a comeback victory over Detroit, writes Jared Schwartz of The New York Post.

NBA News / Empire Sports Media / April 20

Good news and bad news from Game 1 thrilling win over Pistons

In very dramatic fashion, the New York Knicks woke up in the fourth quarter to overcome a big deficit and stun the Detroit Pistons in Game 1 of the first round of the playoffs 123-112 on Saturday.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / April 20

Major Payne! 'Fun' Guides Knicks Reserve to Unexpected Heroics

With apologies to SpongeBob SquarePants, no one defined "fun" better than Cameron Payne did on Saturday night, at least from a New York Knicks perspective.

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 19

Defense leads Knicks to comeback win over Pistons in Game 1

Defense, bench lead Knicks to comeback win over Pistons in Game 1

Maybe Game 1 is a sign that this year's playoffs will end differently for the Knicks.

Watch: Mitchell Robinson's slam dunk riles Knicks crowd in Game 1

Pistons announcer thinks Detroit has title potential with Cade Cunningham

Tyrese Haliburton didn't have to score to kill Bucks in Pacers' Game 1 win

Damian Lillard can't return soon enough after Bucks' rough Game 1

Celtics' Jaylen Brown answers big question about his knee injury

Heat ready for top-seeded Cavs

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / April 4

Knicks Get Major Injury Update on Two Key Players

The New York Knicks have been without some major firepower within the backcourt as of late. Taking Jalen Brunson's extended absence out of the equation, the Knicks have been without the services of both Miles McBride and Cameron Payne for a bit of time now.

New York Knicks News / Last Word On Sports / March 27

How Knicks Will Handle Point Guard After Cam Payne Injury

The Knicks took a tough loss at the hands of the Clippers on Wednesday night, 126-113. Despite leading by double digits early and controlling most of the first half, a strong LA run downed New York on the second night of a back-to-back.

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New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / March 23

Knicks Guard Steals Show in Rare Start

With the captain in sick bay and Miles McBride left at the (medical) altar, Cameron Payne relieved the pain for the New York Knicks. Amidst a somewhat crowded metropolitan injury report, Payne was granted a rare start at point guard when the Knicks faced the Washington Wizards at Madison Square Garden.

New York Knicks News / 5 GOATs / March 3

NBA guard Cameron Payne Named 2025 Chair of Ideas by Lausanne Collegiate

New York Knicks guard Cameron Payne received the 2025 Chair of Ideas from his high school alma mater, Lausanne Collegiate. As the school’s official website states, “Chair of Ideas to an individual whose actions and achievements embody the school’s mission and values.” Payne is the 26th recipient of this prestigious award which started in 1994.

New York Knicks News / Fadeaway World / January 3

Cameron Payne On How Hard It Is To Become A Cheerleader After Averaging 20 Points In College

Cameron Payne spoke recently on the Roommates show with Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart about the challenges of being a role player in the NBA, especially when you were a strong performer in the collegiate game.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / December 5

Cameron Payne More Valuable Than Realized for Knicks

While he may not score, pass or rebound the most on the New York Knicks, Cam Payne plays an integral role for the team that doesn't always get noticed.

New York Knicks News / Empire Sports Media / October 16

Knicks’ backup point guard fighting to stay in the NBA: ‘I don’t want to go back overseas’

The New York Knicks saw plenty of energy and fight from veteran guard Cameron Payne during the postseason last year against the Philadelphia 76ers. This performance convinced the Knicks to offer him a one-year, $3 million deal, but for Payne, now 30 years old, the contract represents more than just another NBA opportunity.