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Walter Clayton Jr. reflects on trade from Jazz to Grizzlies

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 12:40 AM

Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Walter Clayton Jr. reflects on trade from Jazz to Grizzlies

Summary

Walter Clayton Jr. discusses his trade from the Utah Jazz to the Memphis Grizzlies following the NBA trade deadline. After averaging 6.8 points and 3.2 assists with the Jazz, he learned early that rookies can be traded. Memphis acquired Clayton as part of a deal for Jaren Jackson Jr. Clayton expressed appreciation for his time in Utah and is adjusting to a bigger role with the Grizzlies, having averaged 9.7 points and 5.7 assists in 24 games post-trade. He will face the Jazz in two matchups early in the upcoming season.

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•Clayton traded from Jazz to Grizzlies in a deal for Jaren Jackson Jr.
•Averaged 6.8 points, 3.2 assists in 45 games with Utah.
•Since the trade, he has averaged 9.7 points, 5.7 assists in 24 games.
•Jazz and Grizzlies will meet October 21 and October 26 in new season.

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Walter Clayton Jr. shares the harsh reality of NBA trade deadlines after a broken promise sent him packing for Salt Lake City in a blockbuster deal.
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