Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke has died, his agency, Priority Sports, announced on May 12.
He was 29 years old.
He signed a four-year, $50 million contract extension with Memphis in 2022.
Following his contract extension, Clarke began to struggle with the injury bug. He played in just six games during the 2023-24 season due to a torn Achilles and missed all but two games this past season due to calf and knee issues.
Clarke’s agency, Priority Sports, confirmed the news in a social-media post Tuesday. The agency’s full post read:
“We are beyond devastated by the passing of Brandon Clarke. He was so loved by all of us here, and everyone whose life he touched. He was the gentlest soul who was the first to be there for all of his friends and family. Our hearts are so broken as we think about his mom, Whitney, his entire family, and all of his friends and teammates. From high school to San Jose State to Gonzaga to the Grizzlies, Brandon impacted everyone who was part of his life.
“Everyone loved BC because he was always there as the most supportive friends you could ever imagine. He was so unique in the joy he brought to all of those in his life. It’s just impossible to put into words how much he’ll be missed.
“We love you, BC.”
The Memphis Grizzlies also released a statement Tuesday confirming Clarke’s death. The team’s full statement read:
“We are heartbroken by the tragic loss of Brandon Clarke. Brandon was an outstanding teammate and an even better person whose impact on the organization and the greater Memphis community will not be forgotten. We express our deepest condolences to his family and loved ones during this difficult time.”
Clarke’s cause of death has not been revealed.
We here at Interstate 70 Sports Media extend our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Brandon Clarke at this difficult time.

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