The Philadelphia 76ers confirmed the addition of veteran point guard Cameron Payne on Wednesday, aiming to bolster their roster depth. Although financial details were not revealed, this move follows Payne’s recent departure from the Indiana Pacers, who waived him prior to the 2025-26 season.
Recent Playing History and Performance Abroad
After leaving the Pacers, Payne joined Serbian team KK Partizan, appearing in 15 games where he posted averages of 11.6 points and 3.8 assists. At 31 years old, his international stint highlights his ongoing professional commitment.
Previous Tenure with the 76ers and NBA Contributions
Payne played 31 games with the 76ers during the 2023-24 NBA season, including eight starts, and averaged 9.3 points alongside 3.1 assists while shooting 38.2% from beyond the arc. The point guard also competed in 72 games last season with the New York Knicks, averaging 6.9 points and 2.8 assists in just over 15 minutes per game.
Career Overview Across Multiple Teams
As a 2015 first-round draft pick, Payne’s NBA career spans 477 games with contributions to teams such as the Oklahoma City Thunder, Chicago Bulls, Cleveland Cavaliers, Phoenix Suns, Milwaukee Brewers, Sixers, and Knicks. Throughout his professional tenure, he has maintained career averages of 7.8 points and 3.2 assists.
Implications of Payne’s Return to Philadelphia
Bringing back Cameron Payne offers the Sixers a proven playmaker with experience both domestically and internationally. His familiarity with the team and ability to contribute offensively and in playmaking roles positions him as a valuable rotational guard moving forward.
