The Mavericks have agreed to a two-way contract with Walter Clayton Jr., according to ESPN’s Shams Charania, giving the former first-round pick a new opportunity after his release by the Grizzlies. Dallas had emerged as a leading contender for Clayton…

The Dallas Mavericks have agreed to a two-way contract with guard Walter Clayton Jr. following his release by the Memphis Grizzlies, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. To create a spot on their roster for the former first-round pick, the Mavericks waived John Poulakidas.
Clayton was selected 18th overall in the 2025 NBA Draft after winning a national championship with Florida. During his rookie season split between the Utah Jazz and Grizzlies, he averaged 7.8 points, 4.0 assists, and 2.0 rebounds across 69 games.
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