The Sacramento Kings have had a fairly quiet 2026 offseason, and they still have work to do until they are ready for the new season. The Kings have just 13 players on standard contracts, and with the NBA's 14-player minimum, they need to sign at least one more player before the season starts.

Recently, the Kings have been linked to three veteran guards: Victor Oladipo, Elfrid Payton, and Cam Payne. Oladipo seems like the most likely option at this point, but the Kings brought in Payne for a workout this week, and even Payton could ultimately be the top standout of this group. Realistically, though, none of these three options are very enticing.

The Kings need to expand their horizon before making a final decision, so here are a few free agents they need to consider who are not already on their rumored radar.

Brandon Williams

While the Kings are seemingly searching for a veteran guard to add to the roster, why not look at younger options too? Brandon Williams, 26, broke out for the Dallas Mavericks last season, averaging 13.0 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 3.9 assists per game.

It is surprising to still see Williams on the open market, as he should not have any trouble finding a new home. As long as Williams is willing to take a veteran minimum, he should be an obvious target for the Kings.

Guys like Oladipo, Payton, and Payne would not actually crack the Kings' rotation; they would simply be on the roster as a veteran presence and depth if needed. Williams, however, would actually have a chance at being the Kings' backup point guard behind Darius Acuff Jr., a position they need to fill, unless they trust Malik Monk or Nique Clifford to be a primary ball-handler.

Williams excels at getting downhill and putting pressure on the defense. While he is not a good three-point shooter and can still improve as an overall playmaker and defender, he could be what the Kings need off the bench.

Gabe Vincent

If the Kings are set on going down the veteran guard path, Gabe Vincent could be a better option than their three rumored targets. The 30-year-old's production has taken a hit since he broke out with the Miami Heat, but he has still proven to be an impactful backup point guard at times.

Last season with the Los Angeles Lakers and Atlanta Hawks, Vincent averaged 4.4 points and 1.4 assists per game. Vincent's efficiency was certainly a concern, shooting just 35.2% from the field and 34.1% from beyond the arc, but he is a reliable ball-handler who plays hard-nosed defense and rarely turns the ball over.

Sure, Vincent is far from the ideal target for the Kings, but he has more recent NBA success than Oladipo, Payne, and Payton. However, if the Kings do not feel like Vincent would be a valuable veteran presence, it would be pointless to bring him in.

Keshad Johnson

Really, there is an argument to be made that the Kings should not be targeting a guard at all. Unless they're able to add a high-impact guard, their backcourt rotation is set. With their 14th roster spot, we could see them lean toward adding a forward, and Keshad Johnson is one of the best young forwards available.

Johnson, 25, made a name for himself last season by winning the NBA Slam Dunk Contest, while his actual on-court impact remains questioned. Obviously, he stands out as an elite athlete with an impressive frame, which largely translates to Johnson being a high-level defender. However, on the offensive end, there is not much to enjoy.

In his sophomore season for the Miami Heat, Johnson averaged 4.3 points and 1.9 rebounds per game, while shooting 49.0% from the field. With his defense alone, Johnson could be worth taking a look at for Sacramento, especially if they see more two-way potential in him.

Regardless, the Kings could use some extra forward depth, and while Johnson might not specifically be the answer, it is worth it for Sacramento to start looking at free agent forwards instead of hyper-focusing on veteran guards.

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