Ja Morant pays emotional tribute to Brandon Clarke after Memphis Grizzlies star dies aged 29
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Key Points:
- Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke, aged 29, was found dead in his Los Angeles home, with reports suggesting a possible drug overdose.
- Clarke was a key player for the Grizzlies since being drafted in 2019, earning All-Rookie Team honors and signing a $52 million extension in 2022.
- The Grizzlies, NBA commissioner Adam Silver, and teammates including Ja Morant expressed deep condolences and highlighted Clarke’s impact on and off the court.
- Clarke had a notable college career at San Jose State and Gonzaga, and was actively involved in community work in Memphis.
- He had been sidelined for much of the 2025-26 season due to a calf injury following a torn Achilles in 2023.