MAJOR Suns update regarding Chris Paul and Cameron Payne
MAJOR Suns update regarding Chris Paul and Cameron Payne
The Suns are without both of their point guards again and this is not a new feeling for the Suns or their fanbase, but it is one that is often reoccurring. However, it is a little bit different this time around – well, at least for Chris Paul.
Per Duane Rankin of AZCentral, Cam Payne is set to miss at least two weeks with his foot injury while Chris Paul is day-to-day with his sore right hip injury.
This is a significant setback for Payne, who already missed 9 games due to this injury, as this foot injury has been nagging him for some time and he can’t shake it. That became very apparent during the Suns-Cavaliers game when Payne left the game after the first half due to re-aggravating it.
Despite the negatives, there is some good news, Chris Paul is questionable for Sunday’s game against the Cavaliers. So Phoenix could be getting back their veteran point guard for tomorrow’s matchup.
The Suns’ currently have Cam Payne, Cam Johnson, Jae Crowder, Devin Booker, and Chris Paul all out with injuries or simply not playing for the team. Four of the five players on this list are starters for this team.
According to the Philadelphia 76ers, Paul George will be considered “day-to-day) due to an injury to the extensor tendon in his left fifth finger. An MRI uncovered the injury.
His evaluation period will be through the next couple of days to determine whether he can return or needs more time.
The 34-year-old suffered the injury during Saturday’s game after playing 13 minutes; he sat out the second quarter before medical staff determined him to be out for the remainder of the game.
According to Chicago Sports Network’s K.C. Johnson, the Milwaukee Bucks have shown real interest in trading for Zach LaVine. They are reportedly looking for more perimeter help, and LaVine would fit that need.
Despite LaVine saying he wants to remain in Chicago beyond this season, the Bulls have determined to keep him on the trade block and see if someone meets their demands.
This shouldn’t be a surprise because the 29-year-old and the organization decided to part ways last season and find a trade destination. However, it didn’t happen, and now they are in this awkward position of remaining loyal but still testing market value.
If a deal were to happen, the Bucks would most likely need to send over Khris Middleton, Bobby Portis, and Pat Connaughton to match salaries. For a trade like this to commence, it would be through a multi-team trade that would allow Milwaukee to get under the second apron to aggregate player salaries.
In 42 games, LaVine averages 24.0 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 4.5 assists in 34.1 minutes.
According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, the Sacramento Kings have made the mind-blowing move to put De’Andre Fox up on the trade block to listen to offers before the trade deadline.
While several teams are knocking on their door, Fox already has a team in mind. Reportedly, he’s had a team in mind for a while ahead of his free agency in 2026.
Before the start of the season, the 27-year-old declined a three-year, $165 million extension he wanted to “win.”
Fox is already ruling out teams like the Los Angeles Lakers and wanting teams like the San Antonio Spurs. Fans have fantasized about him and Victor Wembanyama for the longest time.
The superstar averages 25.2 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 6.2 assists in 37.2 minutes. He’s played 43 games this season.
