Walter Clayton Jr.: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Florida Gators Royalty Walter Clayton Jr. and DJ Lagway Star in Commercial Together

Walter Clayton Jr. and DJ Lagway have become superstars with the Florida Gators over the past year. With the phenom Lagway taking the SEC by storm as a true freshman last season and Clayton leading Florida to a national championship on the hardwood, it's hard to remember two more recognizable figures at Florida in recent memory.

NBA News / NBA Draft on SI / August 1

Walter Clayton Jr. Could be a Steal for Utah Jazz

In the last handful of years, the Utah Jazz have gambled on a few guard prospects, none of which have proven to be long-term impactful NBA players just yet.

College Basketball News / Athlon Sports / July 12

Walter Clayton Jr.'s Unlucky Ending to Incredible NBA Summer League Performance

Walter Clayton Jr. has had a fantastic start to his professional career. After winning a national championship with the Florida Gators and being named a first-team All-American in the 2024-25 collegiate season, Clayton has dazzled fans around the basketball world with his NBA Summer League appearances thus far.

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Walter Clayton Jr. Had Bold Statement After Utah Jazz Win vs. Thunder

The Utah Jazz took home their third win of three games in this year's Salt Lake City Summer League, taking down the Oklahoma City Thunder, 86-82, to go undefeated heading into the events in Las Vegas.

Jazz Coach Speaks Out on Benching Walter Clayton Jr. For Being 'Nonchalant'

The Utah Jazz remain undefeated through two games in the 2025 Salt Lake City NBA Summer League after escaping with a thrilling 112-111 victory on Monday against the Memphis Grizzlies at Jon M.

College Basketball News / Florida Gators on SI / July 3

Clayton Jr. Believes Jazz Can Win Early

While being drafted in the back end of the first round usually means landing with a recently successful organization, the same cannot be said for former Florida Gators guard Walter Clayton Jr.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / July 2

Jazz sign both 2025 first-round picks to rookie deals

The Jazz have put out a press release officially announcing that they’ve signed first-round draft picks Ace Bailey and Walter Clayton Jr. to their rookie scale contracts.

Florida Gators News / Yardbarker / June 30

Jazz's latest moves suggest they're still going to tank

New Utah Jazz president of basketball operations declared the team would no longer hold veteran players out of games to get better lottery odds. Instead, they're ditching those veterans entirely.

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College Basketball News / Athlon Sports / June 30

Walter Clayton Jr. Reacts to New Nickname After NBA Draft

When the Utah Jazz picked Walter Clayton Jr. with the 18th pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, fans wasted no time putting their own spin on his arrival. It didn’t

Utah Jazz's Ace Bailey, Walter Clayton Jr. Reveal Jersey Numbers

The three newest additions to the Utah Jazz have officially unveiled their jersey numbers. Perhaps the biggest that stands out of the bunch is Bailey's

Florida Insider Reveals Jazz Rookie Walter Clayton's Pros & Cons

The Utah Jazz traded up with the Washington Wizards in last night's NBA draft to select Florida guard Walter Clayton Jr. with the 18th overall pick. The former Gator won the NCAA tournament earlier this year, taking down the Houston Cougars in the national championship game.

How Walter Clayton Jr. Fits into the Jazz's Backcourt

Already having four main guards on the roster, many were wondering why the Utah Jazz felt the need to select former Florida Gator Walter Clayton Jr. with the 18th overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft on Wednesday in a trade with the Washington Wizards. However, even with the numbers currently in the room, there is certainly a path for Clayton Jr.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / June 26

Jazz continue unpredictable draft night with another trade

After drafting Ace Bailey fifth overall earlier on Wednesday, the Jazz have traded up to No. 18 and used their second first-round pick of the night on Florida’s Walter Clayton Jr.

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Florida Gators News / Yardbarker / June 24

March Madness star linked to retooling East squad

Walter Clayton Jr. might not have to travel far for his NBA home.

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NBA News / Hoops Rumors / June 19

Five more NBA Draft prospects receive green room invitations

Prior to Thursday, a total of 19 prospects had received green room invitations from the NBA to attend the first round of the 2025 draft. Today, reports

College Basketball News / Last Word On Sports / April 16

Florida Picks up Clayton Jr. Replacement in Transfer Portal

After winning the national championship only a little over a week ago, Florida picked up a splash addition to help replenish their roster. On Wednesday, elite Princeton guard Xavian Lee announced his decision to commit to Florida.

College Basketball News / Larry Brown Sports / April 8

Florida star Walter Clayton Jr. was ticked off with Gators mascot

Florida basketball star Walter Clayton Jr. was annoyed with the Gators’ mascot after his team’s 65-63 win over Houston in the NCAA Tournament championship game on Monday night.

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The 'NCAA Men's Tournament Most Outstanding Player' quiz

At the conclusion of March Madness, the NCAA hands out the Most Outstanding Player Award to the best player from that year's tournament. How many since 1979 on the men's side can you name in six minutes?

College Basketball News / Athlon Sports / April 8

Walter Clayton Jr. Sends 4-Word Message After Florida's National Championship Win

The Florida Gators are the 2025 Men's college basketball champions. Despite struggling early, entering the halftime locker room with a three-point deficit, scoring just 28 points, the Gators clawed their way to victory behind a strong second-half performance.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / April 5

Men's Final Four takeaways: Florida-Auburn is CBB cinema

Men's Final Four takeaways: Florida-Auburn is college basketball cinema

The men's college basketball NCAA Tournament national semifinals tipped off with a bang on Saturday, as Florida advanced to its first national title game since 2007 following a 79-73 win over Auburn.

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College Basketball News / NCAA Basketball on ClutchPoints / April 5

NCAA Tournament star Walter Clayton Jr. took long road to Florida

Florida’s Walter Clayton Jr. has been one of the breakout stars of the NCAA Tournament. The First-Team All-American for the Gators didn’t start his college career at Florida, though.

College Basketball News / 5 GOATs / March 30

Auburn vs. Florida: Current line, win probability, final score prediction for Final Four showdown

For the first time since 2008, every team in the Final Four will be a 1-seed. On Saturday, 1-seed Auburn will square off against 1-seed Florida in the Final Four.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / March 30

Clayton Jr. Named West Regional Most Outstanding Player

SAN FRANCISCO-- Moments after sparking the Florida Gators to a comeback win over Texas Tech in the Elite Eight, guard Walter Clayton Jr. was named the West Regional Most Outstanding Player.

College Basketball News / Field Level Media / March 29

Walter Clayton Jr. leads Florida past Texas Tech, on to Final Four

SAN FRANCISCO -- Walter Clayton Jr. scored a game-high 30 points, including 11 points in the final 5:24, as top-seeded Florida survived a back-and-forth battle to beat third-seeded Texas Tech 84-79 and advance to the Final Four of the NCAA Tournament on Saturday at Chase Center.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / March 30

Men’s Elite Eight winners, losers: No. 1s reach Final Four

Men’s Elite Eight winners, losers: Duke defense, Florida offense propel No. 1s to Final Four

With half of the men's 2025 Final Four set, here are the day's winners and losers.

No. 1 Duke sinks No. 2 Alabama

Walter Clayton Jr.'s big night leads Florida past Texas Tech

Why Kentucky's 2024-25 season was a success despite Sweet 16 loss

Kentucky players shared the same message after Sweet 16 exit

St. John’s star makes decision on his future after tournament benching

Michigan's Sweet 16 defeat doesn't take away from special duo

College Basketball News / Athlon Sports / March 26

Walter Clayton Jr.'s Life-Changing Decision Which Led To Florida's Sweet 16 Berth

The football offers piled up for Walter Clayton Jr. in high school — scholarship opportunities to play safety at Power Five programs that promised stability and a clearer path to the next level.