Eastern Conference
Sign in
Sign in and connect Sleeper to unlock personalized fantasy insights.
37 articles
MEM • Point Guard • #
12 days ago
Clayton will miss a second straight game. On Friday, Lucas Williamson and Jahmai Mashack each played 48 minutes. Expect more strange rotations for Memphis in this one, with Williamson and Mashack likely filling all the backcourt minutes. As for Clayton, the 2025 first-rounder came over to Memphis in the Jaren Jackson Jr. trade and could figure in Memphis’ rotation in 2026-27 if Ja Morant is dealt this offseason. He has some conditional fantasy value, but he’s going to need to shoot better than 38.4 percent to be a major cog going forward.
Source: Grizzlies PR
MEM • Point Guard • #
13 days ago
While Clayton and Prosper did not play in Friday’s loss to the Jazz, Bal started and logged 38 minutes. Getting Clayton and Prosper back on Sunday would do wonders for the Grizzlies, who played just six players due to injuries. Lucas Williamson and Jahmai Mashack played all 48 minutes on Friday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Point Guard • #
15 days ago
Clayton’s lingering hip issue has him back on the Grizzlies’ injury report. If he can play on Friday, the rookie will likely start at point guard, as Cam Spencer and Ty Jerome are out and Javon Small is listed as questionable.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Point Guard • #
16 days ago
Clayton’s stretch of productive games continued on Wednesday. He scored the ball well in his 22 minutes and showcased a little bit of playmaking ability in the process. While the rookie guard didn’t have a dominant line, his 15 points marked the fifth straight game he’s finished with double-digit points. The Grizzlies play two more games before their season concludes; Clayton could remain in a featured role the rest of the way.
MEM • Point Guard • #
19 days ago
Despite the Grizzlies being down multiple point guards due to injury, Clayton logged 25 minutes in Milwaukee. He missed Friday’s loss to the Raptors due to illness, which may have affected the rookie’s playing time. However, Clayton played well in his time on the floor, shooting 4-of-6 from three and making more than 50 percent of his shots overall. The Grizzlies play four games in Week 24 without a back-to-back; we’ll see who’s available.
MEM • Point Guard • #
19 days ago
Clayton is back after missing Friday’s loss to the Raptors, and he will start. Also in the lineup is Okani, making his first start as an NBA player, and Prosper, who steps in for GG Jackson.
Source: NBA Lineups
MEM • Point Guard • #
19 days ago
Clayton is good to go after sitting out Friday’s loss to the Raptors. With Javon Small, Ty Jerome and Cam Spencer all out, the rookie is likely to move into the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Point Guard • #
20 days ago
The Grizzlies have been decimated by injuries, especially on the perimeter. Clayton did not play in Friday’s loss to the Raptors, and the many absences led to recent additions Adama Bal and Dariq Whitehead playing rotation minutes. That may be the case regardless of Clayton’s availability for Sunday’s game.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Point Guard • #
21 days ago
Already without Ty Jerome and Cam Spencer, the Grizzlies won’t have Clayton for Friday’s game, either. Jahmai Mashack and Javon Small will have important roles due to the Grizzlies’ limited depth, and Dariq Whitehead could make his debut after being inked to a 10-day contract.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Point Guard • #
25 days ago
Clayton is available for Monday’s game despite an ankle injury. He played 30 minutes in Saturday’s win over the Bulls, coming off the bench behind Javon Small. With Small (back) unavailable, the rookie guard may move into the starting lineup. Clayton is worth a look for deep-league managers in need of assists.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
MEM • Point Guard • #
26 days ago
Clayton came off the bench in Saturday’s win over the Bulls, but he played 30 minutes due to starter Javon Small (back) being limited to 15. With Small listed as doubtful, Clayton could move into the starting lineup if available. If the rookie can’t go, Cam Spencer may move into the starting five.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Point Guard • #
27 days ago
While Clayton played 23 minutes in Friday’s loss to the Rockets, Mashack has missed the Grizzlies’ last six games. The former’s availability is likely to have a greater impact on fantasy basketball, but neither player qualifies as a must-add to lineups.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
MEM • Point Guard • #
27 days ago
Clayton is on the injury report for Saturday’s game after playing 23 minutes off the bench in Friday’s loss to the Rockets. Memphis reportedly signed Adama Bal to a 10-day contract earlier Saturday, and he may play rotation minutes due to the Grizzlies’ injuries on the perimeter. However, he should not be streamed in any fantasy league.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Point Guard • #
about 1 month ago
The Grizzlies are without Ty Jerome for Saturday’s game, opening a spot in the starting lineup for Clayton. The other change to the lineup is Jackson, who did not play in Friday’s loss to the Celtics. Taylor Hendricks will come off the bench.
Source: NBA Lineups
MEM • Point Guard • #
about 1 month ago
After a three-game absence due to an ankle injury, Clayton was thrust into the Grizzlies’ starting lineup, filling in for Ty Jerome. While the rookie played only 25 minutes, he still produced respectable numbers in points and assists. While it’s challenging to trust him in redraft leagues, Clayton is worth rostering in dynasty leagues, at least until the Grizzlies figure out what they’re going to do with the point guard position in the future.
MEM • Point Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Clayton is back after a three-game absence, and he’ll be in the starting lineup. Also moving into the starting lineup are Wells and Rupert. Ty Jerome (shoulder) is out, while Cam Spencer and Taylor Hendricks will come off the bench after starting Friday’s loss to the Pistons.
Source: NBA Lineups
MEM • Point Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Clayton is good to go after missing three games with an ankle injury. As long as the ankle holds up, the rookie should play plenty. Ty Jerome (shoulder) and Javon Small (two-way transfer) are out, so the Grizzlies will lean heavily on Clayton and Cam Spencer.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
MEM • Point Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Clayton has missed the last three games with an ankle injury. With Ty Jerome (shoulder) listed as doubtful, the rookie guard could take on a more prominent role within the rotation if he’s allowed to play. However, Javon Small and Cam Spencer remain more reliable fantasy options.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Point Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Clayton Jr. will likely sit out a third straight game, but Ty Jerome and Cam Spencer are available after sitting out Thursday. Jerome and Spencer should pick up the slack in the backcourt, and Javon Small could earn some meaningful rotation minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Point Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Clayton will miss a second straight game with this ankle injury, leaving Memphis incredibly shorthanded at point guard. Javon Small will be the only active point guard for the Grizzlies, meaning he should be productive in a massive role.
Source: Grizzlies PR
MEM • Point Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Clayton is on track to miss a second consecutive game due to a sprained right ankle. With Ty Jerome considered doubtful and Scotty Pippen Jr. out, the Grizzlies will likely turn to Javon Small to run the show on Thursday. He’s worth rolling the dice on in deep leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Point Guard • #
about 2 months ago
Clayton has been ruled out, but Ty Jerome will be back to occupy most of his minutes. Javon Small and Cam Spencer should also take on a few extra minutes with Clayton unavailable.
Source: Grizzlies PR
MEM • Point Guard • #
about 2 months ago
Clayton Jr. is dealing with a right ankle sprain, though it’s possible the Grizzlies are taking a cautious approach with him on the second leg of a back-to-back set. Ty Jerome is back in action, so he should absorb Clayton Jr.'s minutes if the latter is ultimately sidelined.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Point Guard • #
about 2 months ago
Sunday’s start was the second for Clayton since being traded to the Grizzlies, filling the void left by the injured Ty Jerome. While the rookie guard did not offer much value in the points category, he was on a roll setting up teammates. Not only were Clayton’s 15 assists a season-high, but this was also his first game reaching double digits in that category. And with Clayton recording four steals and two turnovers, those who slotted him into lineups had to be thrilled with the return.
MEM • Point Guard • #
about 2 months ago
The Grizzlies will once again be without Ty Jerome (thigh), so Pippen remains in the starting lineup. However, he will be joined in the backcourt by Clayton, who replaces Javon Small. Small is still active, so he should play rotation minutes off the bench alongside Cam Spencer.
Source: Tony East
MEM • Point Guard • #
2 months ago
Clayton is good to go after sitting out the last three games, including Friday’s win over the Jazz. However, with Ty Jerome and Scotty Pippen Jr. available, there may not be enough minutes available for the rookie guard to affect fantasy basketball.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
MEM • Point Guard • #
2 months ago
Clayton has missed the last three games with a right calf contusion. He at least has a chance to return Saturday given his questionable listing. Cam Spencer and Javon Small could see more minutes if Clayton is out again, though neither are worth streaming in most fantasy leagues.
MEM • Point Guard • #
2 months ago
Clayton will miss a third consecutive game with a right calf contusion. His continued absence does not affect fantasy basketball, but it will mean more minutes for Cam Spencer and Javon Small since the Grizzlies are also without Ty Jerome and Scotty Pippen Jr.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Point Guard • #
2 months ago
Clayton missed Memphis’ final two games before the break with a right calf contusion, and he won’t be available for Friday’s game against the team that drafted him in June. With Ty Jerome and Scotty Pippen Jr. also out, Javon Small will likely enter the Grizzlies’ rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Point Guard • #
2 months ago
Clayton will miss a second consecutive game with a calf contusion. With Javon Small being sent to the G League, the Grizzlies will count on Ty Jerome, Scotty Pippen Jr. and Cam Spencer to divide the point guard minutes.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies