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Brandon Clarke, Memphis Grizzlies forward and former first-round pick, dies at age 29
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- Brandon Clarke, a former first-round draft pick who spent all seven of his NBA seasons with the Memphis Grizzlies, has died.
- His agency, Priority Sports, confirmed the news Tuesday on social media.
- “Everyone loved BC because he was always there as the most supportive friend you could ever imagine,” the agency wrote. “He was so unique in the joy he brought to all of those in his life.
Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke shoots a free throw during a game against the Denver Nuggets on Nov. 19, 2024. (Brandon Dill / Associated Press) By Chuck Schilken Staff Writer Follow May 12, 2026 12:03 PM PT 2 min Click here to listen to this article Share via Close extra sharing options Email Facebook X Linked In Threads Reddit Whats App Copy Link URL Copied! Print 0:00 0:00 1x This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here.
Brandon Clarke, a former first-round draft pick who spent all seven of his NBA seasons with the Memphis Grizzlies, has died. He was 29.
His agency, Priority Sports, confirmed the news Tuesday on social media. No cause of death has been disclosed.
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