Michael Scotto: The Phoenix Suns have waived Haywood Highsmith, league sources told @hoopshype. He was partially guaranteed $1 million of his $3 million salary for the 2026-27 season. The 3-and-D forward has averaged 5.4 points on 38% 3-point shooting and 3.1 rebounds in six NBA seasons. — 8/12/2026 Twitter @MikeAScotto
Keith Smith: By my projections Suns will be roughly $4.6M under the tax and $12.6M under the first apron after re-signing Collin Gillespie. Can create more room if they move on from Haywood Highsmith and/or Jamaree Bouyea. It’ll get tight to avoid the first apron if they re-sign Mark Williams and Jordan Goodwin. — 6/20/2026 x.com
Duane Rankin: “I think we need to figure out our spacing a little bit better. Foreign lineups we’re kind of searching at a bad time, but that’s what it takes sometimes.” Devin Booker on Suns going small with say Haywood Highsmith at the 5. Suns at Thunder Game 2 tonight. #Suns #ThunderUp — 4/22/2026 x.com
Duane Rankin: “We’re in a good place. It’s all hands on deck.” Jordan Ott on injuries as Grayson Allen (hamstring) was latest to go down Friday at Lakers. “He’s working to get back. Just more day-to-day.” On Haywood Highsmith (knee) returning Sunday at OKC: “We just trust him when he’s out there on the floor.” #Suns — 4/13/2026 x.com
Justin Martinez: Jordan Ott says Jalen Green, Collin Gillespie, Mark Williams and Jordan Goodwin have all been downgraded to out tonight vs. OKC. Haywood Highsmith has been upgraded to available. — 4/12/2026 Twitter
Duane Rankin: Suns injury report vs. Mavs: QUESTIONABLE: Grayson Allen (right quadriceps contusion). OUT: Mark Williams (left foot injury management) and Haywood Highsmith (right knee injury management). #Suns — 4/8/2026 x.com
Duane Rankin: Haywood Highsmith (knee) ruled out tonight vs Hornets. Jordan Ott on Highsmith before March 30 game at Memphis: “We were so excited to see him out there. I think this is probably pretty normal. He missed a lot of games early. Now he’s in a spot where, OK, let’s make sure it’s good for the long term. We’d love having him out there, but we’re going to be smart.” #Suns — 4/2/2026 x.com
Kellan Olson: Mark Williams has been upgraded to questionable for tomorrow’s Suns game against the Hornets. No additions for Phoenix. Haywood Highsmith and Amir Coffey remain out. No notable injury designations for Charlotte. — 4/1/2026 x.com
Duane Rankin: Suns injury report at Magic: OUT: Mark Williams (left foot third metatarsal stress reaction), Haywood Highsmith (right knee injury management) and Amir Coffey (left ankle sprain). Dillon Brooks (left hand fracture) and Grayson Allen (left knee injury management) aren’t on report. — 3/31/2026 x.com
Duane Rankin: Suns injury report vs Raptors: QUESTIONABLE: Royce O’Neale (left knee soreness). OUT: Grayson Allen (left knee injury management), Dillon Brooks (left hand fracture), Amir Coffey (left ankle sprain), Haywood Highsmith (right knee injury management) and Mark Williams (left foot third metatarsal stress reaction). #Suns — 3/22/2026 x.com
