Grizzlies void final year of Brandon Clarke’s contract following death

The Memphis Grizzlies have voided the final year of Brandon Clarke’s NBA contract following his death in May. Clarke, who passed away at 29, had a $12.5 million salary for the 2026–27 season. His contract was terminated on July 3, about seven weeks after his passing. The decision means that the remaining money will not count against the NBA salary cap. Clarke earned his full salary for the 2025–26 season, but the final payment will not go to his estate due to the contract's terms. His death was ruled accidental, linked to substance use, according to the Los Angeles County medical examiner’s office.

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