Sports | May 12, 2026

Brandon Clarke, Grizzlies Forward, Dies at Age 29

The Associated Press reports that Brandon Clarke was discovered unresponsive during a drug-related emergency response in Los Angeles on Monday. Sources confirm details were withheld per request, with an autopsy scheduled to determine cause of death. Both the Grizzlies and Clarke's Priority Sports team have not released additional information about his passing. Team representatives expressed profound sorrow over the loss, highlighting Clarke's character and impact on the organization and community. Social media posts from agents conveyed deep grief. Related Stories Swiatek defeats Pegula and advances to Italian Open semifinals Iga Swiatek returns to Jessica Pegula in the quarterfinals of the Italian Open, on May 13, 2026, in Rome. (AP Photo/Gregorio Borgia) Swiatek defeats Pegula and advances to Italian Open semifinals 1 MIN READ Curazao rehires Dick Advocaat as coach after 3 months Curazao coach Dick Advocaat during game against El Salvador in CONCACAF Gold Cup, June 17, 2025, in San Jose, California. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez) Jason Collins, first openly gay NBA player, dies at age 47 Jason Collins, Brooklyn Nets center, prior to an NBA game in New Orleans on March 24, 2014. (AP Photo/Jonathan Bachman) Jason Collins, first openly gay NBA player, dies at age 47 3 MIN READ

“He was deeply loved by everyone around him and by all whose lives he touched,” said the Grizzlies in a statement. “He was the soul of our team and always the first to be there for his friends and family,” added NBA Commissioner Adam Silver. Read More