Miami Heat consider veteran guard Cam Payne to fill final roster spot
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 9, 2026, 12:46 PM
Last updated Sep 9, 2026
The Miami Heat hold one remaining roster spot and are evaluating options to provide depth behind Davion Mitchell. While internal discussions previously involved Ben Simmons and Gabe Vincent, the team is currently looking toward other veteran point guards. Reports indicate the organization maintains interest in 11-year veteran Cam Payne as a potential candidate for the final vacancy. Payne, who has played for seven teams throughout his NBA career, is noted for his high energy level and experience. The team continues to assess the roster before making a final commitment to the vacant position. Miami management seeks a player capable of providing immediate leadership and reliable minutes for the second unit.
- •Miami Heat have one open spot remaining on the current roster.
- •The team is evaluating Cam Payne as a candidate for the backup point guard role.
- •Ben Simmons signed with the Sacramento Kings after initial interest from Miami.
- •Gabe Vincent is not expected to rejoin the Heat organization.
- •Cam Payne has earned $38 million over an 11-year career with seven different teams.
- 12:46 PMYahoo Sports — Heat reportedly interested in signing $38M energetic 11-year journeyman to backup Davion Mitchell
"The Miami Heat have one last roster spot left. It seems like they have experienced interest in a well known veteran to serve as a backup for Davion Mitchell.
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