Brandon Clarke, Memphis Grizzlies Basketball Player, Dies at Age 29
Memphis Grizzlies guard Brandon Clarke died at age 29; authorities are investigating a possible drug overdose after paraphernalia was found at the scene.
The Memphis Grizzlies announced the passing of Brandon Clarke, the team's guard, at age 29, with no cause of death disclosed. Clarke was born in Canada but held dual Canadian and American citizenship, having moved from Phoenix to Canada at age three. He was drafted by the Oklahoma City Thunder in the first round of 2019 before being immediately traded to the Grizzlies. Over his NBA career, Clarke appeared in 309 games with 50 starts, averaging 10.2 points per game, though he was limited to just 2 games this season due to injury. On May 12, the Grizzlies released a statement announcing Clarke's death without specifying the cause. "We are deeply saddened by the loss of Brandon Clarke," the statement read. "Brandon was an exceptional teammate and an even better person. His impact on our organization and the Memphis community will not be forgotten. We extend our deepest condolences to his family and loved ones during this difficult time." According to NBC News, law enforcement has opened an investigation into Clarke's death, with preliminary focus on a possible drug overdose. Los Angeles Fire Department received the emergency call on the evening of May 11, but Clarke was already deceased upon their arrival, and drug paraphernalia was found at the scene.
