Walter Clayton Jr. named Memphis Grizzlies' top breakout candidate

Bleacher Report named Walter Clayton Jr. Memphis' top breakout candidate, pointing to his increased role after roster changes and the team's need for playmaking this season.

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- Played 24 games with Memphis after the midseason trade and started six games as a rookie.
- Averaged 12.3 points, 3.0 rebounds and 6.0 assists in those starts (per the story).
- With Ja Morant and KCP gone, the article expects Clayton to command higher usage as a primary playmaker.
- Grizzlies traded for Clayton Jr. in the Jaren Jackson Jr. deal, per the report.
- The team drafted Cam Boozer and is projected to be rebuilding/lower in standings, increasing developmental opportunities.
- The piece frames Clayton as either a starter or key reserve in Memphis' backcourt plan.

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