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NBA player roster movements

Overview

In October 2026, the Sacramento Kings waived three players following training camp: veteran guard Elfrid Payton, Tristen Newton, and Viktor Lakhin. Payton, a nine-year NBA veteran, was on a non-guaranteed deal, while Newton and Lakhin were expected to join the Kings’ G League affiliate, the Stockton Kings.

By late October, the New York Knicks signed forward Dalton Knecht to a two-way contract after his release by the Los Angeles Lakers. To facilitate this, the Knicks released Kevin McCullar Jr. The team also acquired the returning player rights to Elfrid Payton for their G League affiliate, the Westchester Knicks, with Payton expected to serve in a mentorship role.

Entities

Elfrid Payton · Viktor Lakhin · New York Knicks · Westchester Knicks · Stockton Kings

Timeline

  1. [SPORTS] 6 sources
    New York Knicks sign Dalton Knecht and acquire Elfrid Payton rights

    The New York Knicks have signed Dalton Knecht to a two-way contract and acquired Elfrid Payton's returning player rights for their G League affiliate, the Westchester Knicks.

  2. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Sacramento Kings waive Elfrid Payton, Tristen Newton, and Viktor Lakhin

    The Sacramento Kings have waived veteran guard Elfrid Payton, along with Tristen Newton and Viktor Lakhin, who are expected to join the Stockton Kings.

Sources

elespecialitodigital.com · heavy.com · hoopsrumors.com · hoopswire.com · nypost.com · rockytopinsider.com · si.com