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| HT/WT: 6-5, 220 lbs |
| Birthplace: Baltmore, MD |
| Age: 29 |
| School: Wheeling Jesuit University |
| Experience: 6 |
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Top Haywood Highsmith News
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Haywood Highsmith: Let go by Phoenix
Highsmith was waived by the Suns on Saturday, John Gambadoro of Arizona Sports 98.7 FM reports.
Highsmith re-signed with Phoenix in August but will now have to explore other opportunities after being left off the initial regular-season roster. Over seven regular-season appearances with the Suns in 2025-26, he averaged 5.4 points and 1.9 rebounds in 13.0 minutes per contest.
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Suns' Haywood Highsmith: Won't start Friday
Highsmith won't start Friday's preseason game against the Jazz, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.
Highsmith got the spot start Wednesday but will return to the second unit Friday. He's expected to provide frontcourt depth for Phoenix in 2026-27.
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Suns' Haywood Highsmith: Enters first unit
Highsmith is starting Wednesday against the Spurs, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.
With the Suns resting most of their usual starters, Highsmith is getting a crack in the first unit for this exhibition. He's set to serve as frontcourt depth for Phoenix in 2026-27.
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Suns' Haywood Highsmith: Returns to Suns
Highsmith agreed to a one-year deal with the Suns on Monday, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.
The Suns previously waived Highsmith, but they moved quickly to get him back under contract. A defensive specialist, Highsmith projects to be an emergency depth option at forward.
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Suns' Haywood Highsmith: Waived by Phoenix
Highsmith was waived by the Suns on Wednesday, Michael Scotto of HoopsHype.com reports.
Highsmith appeared in only seven games for the Suns during the 2025-26 campaign, averaging 5.4 points, 1.9 rebounds and 1.0 assists across 13.0 minutes. The 29-year-old has plenty of experience, and while he could find a new team ahead of the 2026-27 season, he likely won't see much playing time.
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Suns' Haywood Highsmith: Scores five points in return
Highsmith (knee) recorded five points (2-3 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-1 FT) in 10 minutes off the bench Sunday in the Suns' 135-103 win over the Thunder.
Highsmith made it back to the court for the Suns' regular-season finale after he had been sidelined for each of the previous 12 games while receiving maintenance for his surgically repaired right knee. The veteran forward saw only light action in the contest, but assuming his knee responds well, Highsmith looks like he'll be good to go for the Suns' playoff run. However, because Phoenix was holding out eight rotation players Sunday, Highsmith looks to be in danger of losing out on a spot on the second unit when the Suns host the Trail Blazers on Tuesday in a Play-In Tournament game.
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Suns' Haywood Highsmith: Available Sunday
Highsmith (knee) is available for Sunday's game against the Thunder.
Highsmith will shed his questionable tag and return from a 12-game absence due to a right knee injury. He has appeared in just six games so far this season, averaging 5.5 points, 2.2 rebounds and 1.2 assists in 13.3 minutes per contest.
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Suns' Haywood Highsmith: Questionable to play Sunday
Highsmith (knee) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Thunder.
Highsmith has missed the Suns' last 12 games, and while the questionable tag leaves the door open for a return, it wouldn't be surprising if he sits out. Highsmith hasn't played since March 17. He's been limited to just five appearances this season, averaging 6.6 points and 2.6 rebounds per game.
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Suns' Haywood Highsmith: Listed out for Friday
Highsmith (knee) is out for Friday's game against the Lakers.
Highsmith is slated for a 12th straight absence while dealing with a right knee injury. His next opportunity to suit up will arrive in the regular-season finale Sunday against Oklahoma City, though it's unclear at this time whether he's nearing a return.
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Suns' Haywood Highsmith: Not playing Wednesday
Highsmith (knee) is out for Wednesday's game against the Mavericks.
Highsmith will miss a 10th straight game while dealing with a right knee injury. His next chance to play will come against the Lakers on Friday, but he can be considered doubtful for that one until the Suns offer an update on his status.
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Suns' Haywood Highsmith: Listed out for Tuesday
Highsmith (knee) is out for Tuesday's game against the Rockets.
Highsmith is in line for his 10th consecutive absence while on the mend from a right knee injury. His next opportunity to take the court will arrive Wednesday against Dallas.
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Suns' Haywood Highsmith: Another absence coming
Highsmith (knee) is out for Sunday's game against Chicago.
Highsmith will miss a ninth straight game and remains without a timetable to return.
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Suns' Haywood Highsmith: Ruled out for Thursday
Highsmith (knee) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Hornets.
Highsmith will miss an eighth consecutive contest due to right knee injury management and is without a clear timetable for a return to game action. For now, he can be considered highly questionable for Sunday's game in Chicago.
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Suns' Haywood Highsmith: Out for Tuesday
Highsmith (knee) is out for Tuesday's game against the Magic.
Highsmith will sit out for a seventh straight game Tuesday and remains without a timetable to return. Even when cleared to play, he's not likely to be part of the rotation now that Phoenix is getting healthier.
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Suns' Haywood Highsmith: Won't suit up Monday
Highsmith (knee) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Grizzlies.
Highsmith will miss a sixth consecutive contest due to right knee injury management, and his next opportunity to play will come Tuesday in Orlando. With Dillon Brooks (hand) also sidelined, Ryan Dunn and Rasheer Fleming will likely continue seeing increased minutes.
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Suns' Haywood Highsmith: Ruled out for Saturday
Highsmith (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Jazz.
Highsmith will miss a fifth consecutive contest due to right knee injury management, and his next opportunity to play will come Monday in Memphis. Ryan Dunn and Rasheer Fleming are candidates for increased minutes in Highsmith's stead.
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Suns' Haywood Highsmith: Ruled out for Tuesday
Highsmith (knee) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Nuggets.
Highsmith will miss a fourth consecutive contest due to right knee injury management, and his next opportunity to play will come Saturday against the Jazz. With the 29-year-old forward out, Ryan Dunn and Rasheer Fleming are candidates for increased minutes.
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Suns' Haywood Highsmith: Out again Sunday
Highsmith (knee) remains out for Sunday's game versus the Raptors.
Highsmith will be sidelined for a third straight game due to right knee injury maintenance. With the Suns also holding out Grayson Allen (knee) and Amir Coffey (knee), Ryan Dunn should be able to maintain a spot in the rotation, and Jordan Goodwin could be tasked with handling an elevated role once again.
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Suns' Haywood Highsmith: Won't play Saturday
Highsmith (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Bucks.
Highsmith will be held out of the front end of this back-to-back set due to right knee injury management, and his next opportunity to play will come Sunday against the Raptors. With the 29-year-old forward out, Ryan Dunn and Rasheer Fleming are candidates for increased playing time.
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