Brandon Clarke dies from accidental overdose at age 29
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 11:04 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Brandon Clarke, a forward for the Memphis Grizzlies, died on May 11 at a residence in Southern California. The L.A. County Medical Examiner reported Clarke's death was due to an accidental overdose of heroin and cocaine, following a history of drug use and rehabilitation stints. His agent was unable to reach him, prompting Clarke's roommate to check on him, where he found Clarke unresponsive. Clarke spent his entire NBA career with the Grizzlies, appearing in key games since being drafted in 2019.
- •Brandon Clarke died from an accidental overdose on May 11.
- •He was found unresponsive at a residence in Southern California.
- •Clarke struggled with drug use and had prior rehabilitation efforts.
- •He played his entire NBA career with the Memphis Grizzlies.
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