The player who could sign with Partizan after being left without a team in the NBA

The future of Cameron Payne no longer seems to be tied to the NBA. The player was waived by the Indiana Pacers just before the 2025/26 season began, and he is currently without a team. This situation has led him to consider taking the path to Europe due to the interest of Partizan Belgrade. This was reported in advance by NBA Rumors.

Payne, represented by agent Jason Glushon, recently participated in the Indiana Pacers' training camp, but he failed to secure a spot on the final roster for the regular season. This has opened the door for European franchises, led by Partizan, to show interest in his services, according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line.

The 31-year-old player played last season with New York Knicks, where he had a solid performance as a backup point guard. In 72 games, he averaged 6.9 points, 1.4 rebounds, and 2.8 assists in 15.1 minutes per game, fulfilling an energy and leadership role in the second unit.

Before his time in New York, Payne played for Milwaukee Bucks and Philadelphia 76ers during the 2023-24 season, after spending four years with Phoenix Suns, where he experienced the most stable and productive period of his career.

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Partizan's interest reflects the strategy of top European clubs to take advantage of the NBA market to incorporate talent with experience in the American league. Payne fits the profile of a player capable of being key in the offense, a role highly valued in competitions like the EuroLeague.

For the Serbian team, adding a player with Payne's background would be an ambitious move to strengthen their perimeter rotation. Moreover, the point guard could follow the footsteps of other former NBA players who found a second chance in Europe, where the competitive level and on-court prominence often offer them a new international showcase.

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