Mar 24, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard Elfrid Payton (4) brings the ball up court against the Philadelphia 76ers during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images
Last month, it was reported that the Sacramento Kings were working out veteran guard Elfrid Payton. On Wednesday, the Kings showed they must have liked what they saw because Sacramento reportedly signed him.
The Sacramento Kings and Elfrid Payton have agreed to a deal, Senior VP of @CSETalent Darrell Comer told @hoopshype. He’ll compete for a roster spot. Kings GM Scott Perry and Payton were together with the Magic and Knicks. He’s averaged 9.8 points and 5.8 assists in nine seasons. https://t.co/1mJDmMayM2
— Michael Scotto (@MikeAScotto) September 16, 2026
Now 32 years old, Payton last played in the NBA during the 2024-25 season, when he appeared for both the Charlotte Hornets and New Orleans Pelicans. The 6’3” point guard averaged 6.9 assists, 3.5 points, 3.3 rebounds and 1 steal while playing 21 minutes per game. Payton shot 32% from the field and 16% from beyond the arc. His career averages are 9.8 points, 5.8 assists, 4 rebounds, 1.2 steals, 44% from the field, and 28% from three.
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