Brandon Clarke dead: Memphis Grizzlies forward was 29
Los Angeles Times • • sports
Key Points:
- Brandon Clarke, a 29-year-old former first-round NBA draft pick who spent his entire seven-season career with the Memphis Grizzlies, has died; his agency confirmed the news but did not disclose the cause of death.
- Law enforcement sources report Clarke was found dead Monday in a San Fernando Valley home with drug paraphernalia present, and his death is being investigated as a possible overdose.
- Clarke was born in Vancouver, Canada, played college basketball at San Jose State and Gonzaga, and was drafted 21st overall in 2021 before being traded to the Grizzlies, where he played 309 games and averaged 10.2 points and 5.5 rebounds.
- The Memphis Grizzlies and NBA commissioner Adam Silver expressed deep sorrow, highlighting Clarke’s impact as a teammate, leader, and person both on and off the court.
- The Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner is conducting an investigation into Clarke’s death, with Monday listed as the date of death.