NBA player Clarke dies aged 29
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- Brandon Clarke died at age 29, confirmed by the Memphis Grizzlies, which called the loss "heartbreaking."
- Brandon Clarke was a 2019 first‑round (21st overall) draft pick who appeared in 309 NBA games, averaging 10.2 points per game.
- Brandon Clarke played only two games this season, both in December because of injuries, and traveled to London in January for the Grizzlies’ win over the Orlando Magic.
- Brandon Clarke was arrested in Arkansas last month on charges that included speeding and possession of a controlled substance.
- Brandon Clarke was born in Vancouver, held dual Canadian‑American citizenship, moved to Phoenix at age three, played college basketball at San Jose State and Gonzaga, and was drafted by the Oklahoma City Thunder before being traded to Memphis.
Why it matters: The Grizzlies lose a beloved teammate and community role model, hurting team morale and local outreach; the Memphis community loses a charitable figure, and the NBA loses a young player.
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