Terrell Brown and Fletcher Loyer waived as Jazz, Clippers shape G League plans

The Utah Jazz have waived guard Terrell Brown, while the Los Angeles Clippers have released rookie guard Fletcher Loyer, the teams announced Tuesday. Both guards were in camp on Exhibit 10 contracts that often serve as pathways to G League opportunities.

Jazz part ways with Brown, keep G League route open

Brown joined the Jazz last month on a non-guaranteed training camp deal that included Exhibit 10 language. After he clears waivers, he will be eligible for a bonus if he spends at least 60 days with Utah’s G League affiliate, the Salt Lake City Stars, giving the organization a mechanism to keep him in its system.

The 28-year-old went undrafted in 2022 after finishing his college career at the University of Washington. A Seattle native, he has spent the last four seasons in the G League. Brown played for the Memphis Hustle in 2022/23 before moving to the Greensboro Swarm, the Charlotte Hornets’ affiliate, in the 2023 offseason.

Last year with the Swarm, Brown appeared in 50 games and averaged 11.9 points, 6.1 assists, 3.1 rebounds and 1.2 steals, helping Greensboro capture the G League championship. His release from Utah’s camp does not rule out a return to the organization through the Stars if both sides choose to continue the relationship.

Clippers waive sharpshooter Loyer with San Diego in mind

The Clippers took a similar step with Loyer, waiving the undrafted rookie guard after bringing him in on a non-guaranteed Exhibit 10 contract last month. If he clears waivers and then joins the San Diego Clippers, L.A.’s G League affiliate, he will be eligible for a bonus reportedly worth $91K by remaining with that club for at least 60 days.

Loyer entered the pros after a four-year run at Purdue. Known for his perimeter shooting, he knocked down 309 three-pointers with the Boilermakers. He led the Big Ten in three-point percentage last season at 43.2% and hit 41.1% of his attempts from beyond the arc across his college career, underscoring his profile as a floor-spacing specialist.

For both Utah and Los Angeles, these cuts free up camp spots while preserving the chance to steer Brown and Loyer toward their respective G League affiliates. If the guards accept those assignments, they could continue to develop within the Jazz and Clippers systems while staying on the radar for future NBA call-ups.