Brandon Clarke of the Memphis Grizzlies dies at age 29
Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke has died at the age of 29, the team announced.
Updated on: May 12, 2026 / 3:19 PM EDT / CBS News
The team didn't immediately provide details about the circumstances surrounding Clarke's death.
"We are heartbroken by the tragic loss of Brandon Clarke," the team said in a statement posted to social media . "Brandon was an outstanding teammate and an even better person whose impact on the organization and the greater Memphis community will not be forgotten."
Clarke last played for the Grizzlies in December. He had been injured with a calf injury, according to his profile on the NBA website. The Grizzlies said in March that he would miss the rest of the season as his rehab continued.
In April, Clarke was arrested on drug charges in Arkansas after he was chased by authorities, CBS affiliate WREG-TV reported . He was released on bond.