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Walter Clayton Jr. Joins Dallas Mavericks
Dallas Mavericks sign Walter Clayton Jr. to two-way contract after wild rookie season.
In brief
Dallas Mavericks sign Walter Clayton Jr. to two-way contract after wild rookie season. Dallas Mavericks signed Walter Clayton Jr. to a two-way contract after his rookie season, leveraging his potential as a top-20 draft pick. Originally reported by Dallas Mavericks On SI.
Mavericks sign Clayton
Dallas Mavericks signed Walter Clayton Jr. to a two-way contract after his rookie season.
Clayton's background
Clayton was the Final Four's Most Outstanding Player for leading Florida Gators to national championship in 2025.
Clayton's journey
Clayton was traded from Washington Wizards to Utah Jazz then to Memphis Grizzlies as part of Jaren Jackson Jr. package.
Clayton's potential
Clayton shot 38% from deep in college with massive perimeter shots despite being an older prospect.
Mavericks' strategy
Mavericks opened spot by waiving sharpshooter John Poulakidas.
Family connection
Dusty May recruited Clayton in college; his son Jack May played with Clayton and is now a video coordinator with Mavericks.
Clayton's role
Clayton may get playing time when Irving rests and could sign standard contract after trade deadline.
Mavericks' previous move
Mavericks traded second-round pick and Ryan Nembhard to Atlanta Hawks for Zaccharie Risacher.
At a glance
Dallas Mavericks signed Walter Clayton Jr. to a two-way contract after his rookie season, leveraging his potential as a top-20 draft pick.
