Mountaineers in the Pros

Grizzlies Officially Sign Javon Small to Two-Way Deal

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5 months ago

July 11, 2025

Kelsie LeRose / WVSN

The Memphis Grizzlies have now officially signed Javon Small to a two-way contract after drafting him in the second round, as announced by the team on Thursday.

This news comes as Small is getting his first taste of NBA action while taking part in NBA Summer League. He’s already been productive and putting his skills on display as a pro.

The @memgrizz today announced the team signed Javon Small to a two-way contract. pic.twitter.com/MAQDLcNEf4

— Grizzlies PR (@GrizzliesPR) July 10, 2025

For example, Small scored four points with six assists in 19 minutes off the bench as the Grizzlies beat the Thunder 92-80 in his Summer League debut on July 5.

The video below shows Small converting on a basket after attacking the rim in the first quarter.

Attack the Rim Small 💪 pic.twitter.com/4pcsHqjinY

— Memphis Grizzlies (@memgrizz) July 5, 2025

The Grizzlies selected the ex WVU guard with the 48th overall pick in late June.

“I want to prove that I’m a defensive guard that can score the ball. And also get my teammates involved…. I’ve been training my whole life for this, so it’s nothing to be worried about. Just take it one day at a time,” said Small as shared by the WVU basketball program across social media leading up to the draft.

Small became the second former Mountaineer to be drafted since Jevon Carter was taken in the second round in 2018. Miles “Deuce” McBride went No. 36 to the New York Knicks in 2021. WVU has produced five draft picks since 2000.

Small, West Virginia’s point guard during the 2024-25 season, led the Mountaineers to a 19-12 record, just missing out on the NCAA Tournament. He finished second in the Big 12 in scoring, averaging 18.6 points per game while earning first-team All-Big 12 honors.