Walter Clayton Jr. News, Rumors, Updates - Dallas Mavericks

Efficient scoring off bench Clayton registered 15 points (6-7 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 1-1 FT), four rebounds, four assists and a block across 17 minutes in Monday's 113-109 win over the Heat.

Impact Clayton made the most of his limited opportunities, missing just one of his seven field-goal attempts while adding decent contributions in other categories for a 17-minute cameo. Clayton will likely need more consistent playing time to become a reliable option, but this outing was undoubtedly a step in the right direction.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

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6 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Lands two-way deal Clayton signed a two-way contract with the Mavericks on Wednesday, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

Impact Clayton will join the Mavericks on a two-way deal after being waived by the Grizzlies on Monday. The No. 18 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft appeared in 69 regular-season games (six starts) between the Jazz and Grizzlies in his rookie campaign, averaging 7.8 points, 4.0 assists, 2.0 rebounds and 0.6 steals while shooting 38.4 percent from the field in 20.4 minutes per contest.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Waived by Memphis Memphis waived Clayton on Monday, per Shams Charania of ESPN.

Impact The Grizzlies were unable to find a trade suitor for Clayton's services prior to Monday's roster deadline. The Florida product was a first-round pick last year and may not pass through waivers unclaimed.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Memphis could move him Memphis is actively shopping Clayton ahead of Monday's roster deadline, with Sacramento emerging as a possible destination, NBA reporter Marc Stein reports.

Impact The Grizzlies are attempting to clear roster space before the regular season, and Clayton has become a prominent trade candidate. Although the Kings have surfaced as a potential landing spot, no agreement has been reported. A move could give the second-year guard a fresh opportunity to compete for backcourt minutes, but his role would depend on his destination.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Walter Clayton Jr. is giving the Grizzlies an obvious roster decision to make Walter Clayton Jr. has been struggling immensely during this preseason for the Grizzlies.

OCTOBER 12 • BEALESTREETBEARS.COM

Scores seven off bench Clayton finished with seven points (2-5 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two assists and one rebound in 13 minutes during Monday's 132-123 preseason win over the Hawks.

Impact Clayton entered behind several of Memphis' other guards and committed two turnovers during his limited run. The second-year guard is battling for a roster spot and will need a strong preseason to separate himself in a crowded Memphis backcourt.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

No health issues at camp Clayton (knee) has been a full go at training camp, according to Grizzlies reporter Matt Infield.

Impact Clayton missed the entire Summer League due to a sprained right knee, but he made no mention of it during Media Day. Clayton is competing for a roster spot in Memphis and is looking to make an impact in the preseason.

OCTOBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Raptors could pivot to D'Angelo Russell to solve their guard depth problem Although Walter Clayton Jr. to Toronto appears to be dead, if the Grizzlies waive D'Angelo Russell, the Raptors should pursue.

SEPTEMBER 11 • RAPTORSRAPTURE.COM

Warriors' Walter Clayton hopes take hit with latest Grizzlies update Given their interest in trading into a first-round pick to try and acquire Walter Clayton Jr. at last year's NBA Draft, the Golden State War...

SEPTEMBER 11 • BLUEMANHOOP.COM

Bulls need to take a long look at Walter Clayton Jr. if he hits the open market The Chicago Bulls, for the most part, should be done with their offseason business. They've done more than enough to keep this team out of t...

SEPTEMBER 10 • PIPPENAINTEASY.COM

NBA Insider pours cold water on Raptors' dream of stealing perfect guard sniper The Raptors' hopes of landing Walter Clayton Jr. appears to be dead after Marc Stein's latest report about his Grizzlies future.

SEPTEMBER 10 • RAPTORSRAPTURE.COM

Raptors should be ready to pounce if Grizzlies waive national champion flamethrower If the Grizzlies' roster crunch forces them to part with Walter Clayton Jr., the Raptors should sign him, as his shooting could be a nice bo...

SEPTEMBER 9 • RAPTORSRAPTURE.COM

Heat may get unexpected second chance at player they nearly drafted With a clear need in the backcourt, should the Miami Heat take a flyer on Walter Clayton Jr.?

SEPTEMBER 9 • ALLUCANHEAT.COM

A Taj Gibson Return? Noncompetitive Bulls? Intriguing Waiver Options, and Other Bulls Bullets Could the Chicago Bulls use their final roster spot on bringing back Taj Gibson? Or should they wait to see if Walter Clayton Jr. gets waive...

SEPTEMBER 9 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Grizzlies' roster crunch could open door for Celtics to sign Walter Clayton Jr. The Grizzlies' roster crunch could put Walter Clayton Jr. on waivers. Signing the former 1st-round pick is tempting, but the Celtics' depth...

SEPTEMBER 9 • HARDWOODHOUDINI.COM

What Walter Clayton Jr. Said About His Trade From Utah Jazz Walter Clayton Jr. spoke about his brief time with the Utah Jazz this past season.

AUGUST 22 • SI.COM

Won't play Sunday Clayton (knee) won't play in Sunday's Summer League title game against the Warriors, Drew Hill of The Daily Memphian reports.

Impact Clayton is still dealing with a sprained right knee and will end up missing the entirety of Summer League play. The 23-year-old guard will now turn his attention to the 2026-27 campaign, and he's expected to provide backcourt depth during his second season in the Association.

JULY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Javon Small's breakout adds more uncertainty to Walter Clayton Jr.'s Grizzlies future Javon Small's summer performances are great news for the Grizzlies, but it could spell trouble for Walter Clayton Jr.

JULY 19 • BEALESTREETBEARS.COM

Doesn't play Saturday Clayton (knee) didn't play in Saturday's 101-90 win over the Rockets in the Las Vegas Summer League Semifinals.

Impact Clayton has yet to play this summer due to a right knee sprain. His final chance to suit up in Summer League will come in Sunday's title game against the winner of Saturday's Warriors-Lakers matchup.

JULY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Held out Thursday Clayton (knee) didn't play in Thursday's 96-64 Summer League win over the Hawks.

Impact Clayton is working through a right knee sprain, so the team elected to sit him down for Thursday's clash. It's unclear if he'll be able to return over the weekend.

JULY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Tuesday Clayton (knee) has been ruled out for Tuesday's Summer League game against the Warriors, Jonah Dylan of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports.

Impact Clayton continues to work through a right knee sprain that has kept him out of Summer League action both in Salt Lake and in Las Vegas. His next chance to play is Thursday against the Hawks, but the Grizzlies will likely keep Clayton sidelined to avoid an injury aggravation. Even with the lack of playing time, the 2025 first-rounder figures to see consistent minutes in his sophomore campaign, especially after the Grizzlies traded Ja Morant (elbow) to the Trail Blazers in late June.

JULY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Monday Clayton (knee) won't play in Monday's Summer League game against Dallas, Drew Hill of The Daily Memphian reports.

Impact Clayton wasn't available for the Grizzlies during the Salt Lake Summer League, with that trend continuing through the first two games in Las Vegas. Although Clayton's collective absences likely won't impact his spot on the depth chart ahead of the 2026-27 campaign, concern will continue to grow until he's back on the floor. His next opportunity to suit up will come Tuesday versus Golden State.

JULY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Friday Clayton (knee) won't play in Friday's game against Chicago, Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports.

Impact Clayton is battling a knee issue and wasn't available to suit up during the Salt Lake City Summer League. The 23-year-old began the 2025-26 campaign in Utah before being acquired by the Grizzlies ahead of the trade deadline. In 24 regular-season appearances in Memphis, he averaged 9.7 points, 5.7 assists, 2.1 rebounds, 0.3 blocks and 0.8 steals over 25.0 minutes. Clayton is considered day-to-day, and his next opportunity to play will come Monday versus his former club. Although he's already projected to hold a spot in the rotation for the Grizzlies in 2026-27, he won't help his chances of earning more playing time if he misses more games throughout the remainder of Summer League.

JULY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play in Salt Lake City Clayton won't play during Summer League in Salt Lake City due to a mild right knee sprain, Michael Wallace of the Grizzlies' official site reports.

Impact Clayton will be re-evaluated when the team gets to Las Vegas on July 9, but he will skip Memphis' three exhibition games in Salt Lake City. Clayton had a strong close to his rookie season, putting in averages of 9.7 points, 5.7 assists and 1.4 triples per game after the All-Star break.

JULY 4 • ROTOWIRE

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