Walter Clayton Jr. News, Rumors, Updates - Memphis Grizzlies

Out Sunday Clayton (hip) is out for Sunday's game against the Rockets.

Impact Clayton will miss a second straight contest to close the regular season due to a left hip injury. His rookie campaign comes to a close with a solid stretch of games, as he averaged 13.2 points, 6.0 assists and 2.0 rebounds in 25.0 minutes per contest over his last five appearances, scoring in double figures in each of those games.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy to face Houston Clayton (hip) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Rockets.

Impact Clayton is in jeopardy of missing a second straight game due to a left hip issue. If the rookie first-rounder is unable to suit up in Memphis' regular-season finale, Lucas Williamson, Javon Small (thigh) and Rayan Rupert would be candidates for increased playing time.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Houston takes on Memphis following Thompson's 41-point game

Houston takes on the Memphis Grizzlies after Amen Thompson scored 41 points in the Houston Rockets' 136-132 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves

APRIL 11 • Associated Press

Ruled out Friday Clayton (hip) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Jazz.

Impact Clayton will miss Friday's contest due to left hip soreness, and his next opportunity to play will come in Sunday's regular-season finale in Houston. With the rookie first-rounder out, Jahmai Mashack, Adama Bal and Lucas Williamson will likely see a bump in minutes.

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable versus Grizzlies Clayton (hip) is listed as questionable for Friday's game in Utah.

Impact Clayton got the start in Wednesday's 136-119 loss to Denver. However, he's in danger of missing this contest because of left-hip soreness. With a lengthy injury report for the Grizzlies heading into Friday night, Jahmai Mashack and Adama Bal may be getting all the minutes they can handle if Clayton and Javon Small (thigh) are both ruled out.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Goes for 15 points in blowout loss Clayton had 15 points (5-10 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 3-3 FT), two rebounds and three assists across 22 minutes during Wednesday's 136-119 loss to Denver.

Impact Clayton moved to the starting lineup Wednesday after coming off the bench in the loss to the Cavaliers on Monday, but regardless of his role, he continues to produce and show he belongs at this level. He's scored in double digits in eight of his last 10 games, a stretch in which he's averaging 11.7 points, 2.2 rebounds and 5.1 assists per game while shooting 41.2 percent from three-point range.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Jazz face the Grizzlies on 10-game skid

Utah aims to end its 10-game losing streak when the Utah Jazz play Memphis

APRIL 9 • Associated Press

Returning to starting five Clayton is in Memphis' starting lineup against Denver on Wednesday.

Impact The rookie first-rounder will make his sixth start of the season (and fourth in 13 games since March 16). His last start was in Sunday's 131-115 loss to the Bucks, when he played 25 minutes and logged 20 points, four assists, three rebounds and four three-pointers.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Nabs first career double-double Clayton registered 10 points (4-10 FG, 2-5 3Pt), one rebound and 11 assists across 25 minutes off the bench during Monday's 142-126 loss to Cleveland.

Impact The rookie guard recorded his first career double-double as he continues to handle a significant role in the Grizzlies' backcourt rotation. Clayton has played more than 20 minutes in his last 10 games, (two starts), averaging 10.6 points, 5.0 assists, 2.3 boards, 1.9 threes and 1.0 combined steals and blocks over 25.4 minutes a contest.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Denver plays Memphis, looks for 10th straight home win

Denver enters a matchup against Memphis after winning nine home games in a row

APRIL 7 • Associated Press

Available to play Clayton (hip) is available for Sunday's game in Milwaukee.

Impact Clayton is back after a one-game absence, and he should see heavy minutes Sunday with Cam Spencer (back), Javon Small (thigh) and Ty Jerome (ankle) all unavailable. Clayton is averaging 8.9 points, 5.6 assists, 1.1 triples and 1.0 steals per game with the Grizzlies this season.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as questionable Clayton (hip) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Bucks.

Impact Clayton remains day-to-day after sitting out Friday's game against the Raptors. He's been cold lately, shooting 35.3 percent from the field over his last six games with 10.2 points, 5.2 assists and 2.0 rebounds.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Memphis takes on Milwaukee, looks to break 3-game skid

Memphis looks to end its three-game skid when the Grizzlies take on Milwaukee

APRIL 4 • Associated Press

Ruled out Friday Clayton (hip) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Raptors.

Impact Clayton was a late addition to the injury report Friday and won't suit up due to left hip soreness. His next chance to play will come Sunday in Milwaukee. With the rookie first-rounder sidelined, Adama Bal, Javon Small and Jahmai Mashack are candidates to see increased playing time.

APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE

Added to injury report Clayton (hip) is questionable for Friday's game against Toronto.

Impact The rookie first-rounder is a late addition to the injury report due to left hip soreness. The bulk of the reps at point guard would fall into the hands of Javon Small, Rayan Rupert and Jahmai Mashack if Clayton cannot play Friday.

APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 1 • BEALESTREETBEARS.COM

Cleared to play Monday Clayton (ankle) is available for Monday's game against Phoenix.

Impact Clayton has made routine appearances on the injury report of late, although he will suit up for his ninth consecutive contest. With a plethora of players ruled out for Memphis, Clayton might draw his first start since March 21. However, he should still get plenty of action even if he doesn't enter the starting lineup.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Monday Clayton is questionable for Monday's game against the Suns due to left ankle soreness.

Impact Clayton has been dealing with a sore left ankle of late, but he has been able to suit up for the last eight games. Nonetheless, Clayton is considered questionable for Monday. If he is unable to go, Cam Spencer and Adama Bal are likely to see expanded roles.

MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to play Clayton (ankle) is available for Saturday's game against the Bulls.

Impact Clayton will shake a questionable tag in time for Saturday's game. With Ty Jerome (ankle) and Cam Spencer (back) sidelined, Clayton should see significant run. In his last seven games, Clayton is averaging 9.1 points, 2.3 rebounds and 4.0 assists across 23.9 minutes.

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Saturday Clayton is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Bulls due to left ankle soreness.

Impact Clayton is at risk of missing the tail end of the Grizzlies' back-to-back set due to an ankle issue. If he's cleared to play, though, Clayton would likely see plenty of run, as Ty Jerome (ankle) is out, Cam Spencer (back) is doubtful and Jahmai Mashack (ankle) is questionable.

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE

Hawks get double-digit scoring from 8 players and beat Grizzlies 146-107

Nickeil Alexander-Walker scored 26 points and eight Atlanta players scored in double figures as the Hawks routed the Memphis Grizzlies 146-107 on Monday night

MARCH 24 • Associated Press

Not starting Monday Clayton won't start Monday's game against the Hawks.

Impact With Ty Jerome (calf) back in the lineup, Clayton will slide to the second unit. Over six appearances off the bench this month, the rookie first-rounder has averaged 7.3 points and 5.5 assists across 24.0 minutes per game.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 11 points in spot start Clayton ended with 11 points (4-9 FG, 3-6 3Pt), four rebounds, two assists and two steals over 22 minutes during Saturday's 124-101 loss to Charlotte.

Impact Clayton returned to the starting lineup after coming off the bench in his last two outings. Even though he didn't turn heads with his play as he's done in past outings, Clayton continues to find ways to remain productive in his rookie year. The former Florida standout has scored in double digits in four of his last seven appearances regardless of whether he's starting or not.

MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE

Moving into starting five Clayton is starting Saturday's game against the Hornets, per Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer.

Impact Clayton will rejoin the starting lineup for the second leg of Memphis' back-to-back set, likely replacing Ty Jerome in the backcourt. The rookie has been an elite playmaker when given the opportunity to lead the offense, having racked up seven and 14 assists in his last two starts. Even when coming off the bench recently, Clayton has remained productive, averaging 9.4 points and 6.4 assists over his last five reserve appearances. He should see a significant workload tonight against a Charlotte defense that has struggled to contain opposing point guards.

MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE

Won't start Wednesday Clayton won't start Wednesday's game against Denver.

Impact With Ty Jerome (shoulder) back in the lineup after a one-game absence, Clayton will retreat to the second unit. The rookie first-rounder has averaged 9.4 points, 6.4 assists, 1.4 rebounds and 1.0 steals in 24.8 minutes per contest over his last five appearances off the bench.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

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