Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Cameron Payne has opted against having surgery for the acute fracture in the fifth metatarsal of his right foot, which he suffered in a team scrimmage, according to a statement released by general manager Sam Presti.
“Over the last several days, Cameron has had consultations with multiple specialists to determine the best course of action to treat his right foot injury,” Presti said in the statement that was released Tuesday. “Based on these consultations and the options provided, Cameron has chosen to pursue a non-surgical route provided by the physicians that is intended to ideally allow the bone to heal on its own and avoid surgery.
“Cameron, his representatives, and the Thunder fully understand that if the bone is not healing appropriately, or if at any point there is a setback in his return to play, surgery may still be required. He will be re-evaluated in 6-8 weeks.”
Most recently, 76ers rookie Ben Simmons had an injury of the same type and in the same area of the foot, but opted to have surgery, which will keep him out for a minimum of three months.
The Murray State product was expected to play backup to Russell Westbrook this season, but the duties will now be tasked to Ronnie Price until Payne is cleared to come back to the court.
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