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I'm not sure I understand Memphis. Clayton would seem to be a good fit over there, and they were wanting a first-round pick for him earlier in the summer. How do they just waive him?

They have a great roster, but I also noticed OMax was a DNP-Coach's decision. Eleven of their players had double-digit minutes and he didn't play. They would rather keep Omax even though they are stacked at that position. And they give up Clayton even though they are relatively thin at the PG position. I wonder why?

Memphis is pretty good with talent evaluation.  They typically test out a lot of players.  I saw something, maybe here, that they really like their two way point guard.    One of the troubles of having a roster full of solid NBA players is that someone may be left out.     I also heard Clayton wasn't very good in camp.    


Memphis off to a good start.    On the flip side PHX and Utah look a little dicey.  Utah has a lot of talent and will probably figure things out.  Although, they have a roster full of guys who have been told not to win for a few years.    PHX looks like a regression team to me.    Most people had PHX and Utah in a different tier than Memphis and Dallas.  They may be much closer to each other than most thought.  We will see.