Walter Clayton Jr.: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

College Basketball News / Clemson Tigers on SI / January 22

Who Can Be The 'Closer' For Clemson Basketball?

In March of last year, Florida Gators guard Walter Clayton Jr. elevated. After averaging 17.5 points per game in the regular season, Clayton Jr. stepped up and posted 22.3 points per game in the postseason.

NBA News / Utah Jazz on SI / December 8

Jazz Rookie Speaks on Career-Best Performance in Loss vs. Thunder

The Utah Jazz took a chance on Walter Clayton Jr. with the 18th overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, and the rookie point guard has shown plenty of potential.

College Basketball News / Florida Gators on SI / October 23

How did Former Gators Walter Clayton Jr. and Will Richard do in NBA Debuts?

It was a night full of firsts for former Florida Gators Will Richard and Walter Clayton Jr., who both made their NBA debuts this week and impressed during their time on the court. Now part of the Utah Jazz, Clayton Jr.

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Starting in 1985, the NBA implemented a lottery system in order to determine which team receives the No. 1 overall pick in that year's draft. But, this time we don't want you to name the top pick, but instead the pick that came after No. 1. How many of the second overall picks from this time cane you name in six minutes?

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College Basketball News / Florida Gators on SI / October 11

Former Gator Walter Clayton Jr. Shines in Preseason Game

Former Florida Gators point guard Walter Clayton Jr. had a strong bounce-back performance for the Utah Jazz on the road against the San Antonio Spurs on Friday.

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.

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.

Utah Jazz Make Major Ace Bailey, Walter Clayton Jr. Announcement

The Utah Jazz have made some big announcements surrounding their two new first-round picks, Ace Bailey and Walt Clayton Jr. According to a post from the Jazz, the team has officially signed both Bailey and 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

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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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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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Florida Gators News / Yardbarker / April 1

Todd Golden explains Walter Clayton Jr. and his importance to Florida

Senior guard Walter Clayton Jr. has done a bit of everything for the Florida Gators this season, but that was never more clear than in the Elite Eight against Texas Tech.

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

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College Basketball News / Athlon Sports / March 31

Florida Makes Major Walter Clayton Jr. Announcement Ahead of Final Four

Some players step into the NCAA Tournament as stars, while others emerge as legends. Florida Gators' senior guard Walter Clayton Jr. has proven to be the latter, leaving an indelible mark on this year's postseason with performances that will be talked about for years to come.

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.