Brandon Clarke: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Memphis Grizzlies News / Larry Brown Sports / August 25

Troubling new details emerge about Brandon Clarke’s death scene

Troubling new information is surfacing this week about the scene of Brandon Clarke’s death. The former Memphis Grizzlies big man Clarke had a slew of drug paraphernalia inside of the home where he was found dead, TMZ Sports reported Monday.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Field Level Media / August 24

Autopsy finds cocaine, heroin contributed to Brandon Clarke's death

Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke had heroin, cocaine, morphine and multiple prescription drugs in his system when he died, according to the autopsy results released by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner on Monday.

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Memphis Grizzlies News / HITC / August 15

Brandon Clarke’s estate set to receive full $12.5 million despite reports Memphis Grizzlies wouldn’t pay

After reports emerged on Thursday that Brandon Clarke’s estate wouldn’t receive the remainder of his contract, it has now been revealed that the money will be paid after all.

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Memphis Grizzlies News / Hoops Rumors / August 14

Brandon Clarke’s Estate To Receive His Remaining Salary

Following his death in May, Brandon Clarke‘s family and estate is expected to receive the full $12.5MM salary that he had been owed for the 2026/27 season in the final year of his contract with the Grizzlies, according to Kevin O’Connor of Yahoo Sports.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / August 14

$3.75 Billion NBA Team Refuses to Pay $12.5M to Deceased Player’s Estate

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Memphis Grizzlies News / HITC / August 14

Why Memphis Grizzlies won’t pay out last year of Brandon Clarke’s contract after his death

The Memphis Grizzlies will not be paying $12.5 million to Brandon Clarke’s estate following his death, voiding the final year of his contract. One of the most tragic NBA stories of the year was the passing of Memphis Grizzlies player Brandon Clarke.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Viral Sports News / August 8

NBA Player’s Surprising Death Cause Revealed

Former Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke died from the combined effects of heroin and cocaine, the Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner announced Friday, classifying the death as accidental.

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Memphis Grizzlies News / Larry Brown Sports / August 8

Cause of death for Grizzlies’ Brandon Clarke revealed

The Los Angeles County medical examiner has determined that Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke died from the effects of heroin and cocaine. The death on May 11 has been ruled an accidental overdose.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Hoops Wire / August 8

Coroner: Grizzlies’ Brandon Clarke died of accidental overdose

Former Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke died from an accidental overdose of heroin and cocaine, the Los Angeles County medical examiner’s office announced Friday.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Field Level Media / August 7

Brandon Clarke died from heroin, cocaine effects, examiner rules

The Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner reported on Friday that Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke died due to the effects of heroin and cocaine.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Hoops Rumors / August 7

Coroner: Brandon Clarke Died Of Accidental Overdose

The Los Angeles County medical examiner’s office announced Friday that Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke died due to an accidental overdose of heroin and cocaine, writes Melody Gutierrez of The Athletic.

Memphis Grizzlies News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 19

NBA Summer League honors Brandon Clarke before Grizzlies title game

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Memphis Grizzlies News / Total Pro Sports / July 13

Concerning New Bodycam Footage Leaks From Brandon Clarke’s Arrest Just 6 Weeks Before His Tragic Death At 29

Police have released bodycam footage giving a closer look at the final weeks of Brandon Clarke’s life. The video shows the former Memphis Grizzlies forward during his April arrest in Arkansas, roughly six weeks before he was found dead in Los Angeles at the age of 29.

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