Veteran guard Ben Simmons was attempting a comeback this year after signing with the Sacramento Kings in the offseason. Unfortunately, he suffered a season-ending Achilles tear and will be unavailable for the team's rotation. With the season opener quickly approaching, rumors suggest the front office is seeking a trade with the Memphis Grizzlies to address the backcourt.

It's said that the Grizzlies are seeking a trade partner for Walter Clayton Jr., according to NBA insiders Marc Stein and Jake Fischer. Rumors suggest that Memphis wants to make a deal before the 5 p.m. EST roster cutdown deadline, and that the Kings are a potential landing spot for the 23-year-old guard.

“The Grizzlies are actively trying to find a new home via trade for Walter Clayton Jr. before today's 5 PM ET roster cutdown deadline, league sources tell Jake Fischer and me,” Stein reported. “With Sacramento emerging as a possible destination.”

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