The Pelicans waived Payton on Tuesday, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.
Payton produced six points (3-6 FG), one rebound, seven assists, two blocks and one steal across 17 minutes during Sunday's 118-85 loss to the Knicks.
Payton agreed to a one-year contract with the Pelicans on Wednesday, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.
Payton was waived by the Pelicans on Wednesday.
Payton isn't listed on the Pelicans' training camp roster for 2024-25.
The Pacers waived Payton on Saturday.
The Pacers signed Payton on Friday.
Payton will come off the bench for Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves.
Payton will start Sunday's contest against the Kings, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.
Payton (COVID-19) has cleared the NBA's health and safety protocols, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.