Clay is dissatisfied with the team s arrangements and is seeking a deal

US media reports: After the Mavericks selected No. 1 pick Flag, they hope that Clay can give up the starting position for the No. 1 pick. The Mavericks' starting lineup before Irving's comeback was Davis + Flag + Leifley + Russell + Washington, and the starting lineup after Irving's comeback was Davis + Flag + Leifley + Irving + Washington. The Mavericks hope to create a starting lineup with strong defense, so they do not want more than two defensive loopholes in the starting lineup. The Mavericks coaching staff hopes that Clay and Russell will lead the Mavericks bench to become two scoring points that continue the starting firepower. But the proud Clay is not willing to accept the substitute role. If the Mavericks insist on doing it, Clay hopes to trade it.

Clay's contract has two years left, and its contribution from defensive and offensive ends has declined severely. Last season, he averaged only 14 points, 3.4 rebounds and 2 assists per game. 14 points is also the second lowest in his career, second only to his rookie season. If Clay did not leave the Warriors, it might be another ending.