Grizzlies waive two players due to roster crunch

On October 19, 2026, the Memphis Grizzlies announced the waiver of players Clayton and Peavy. Both players had guaranteed contracts for the season, with Clayton at $4.2 million and Peavy at $2.2 million. The Grizzlies faced a roster crunch, prompting the decision to part ways with them. There is no salary obligation remaining for either player beyond this season, indicating the team's move to create more flexibility for their roster.

• 8:56 PMYahoo Sports — Grizzlies were facing a roster crunch and needed to …