Memphis forward Brandon Clarke died from effects of heroin and cocaine, authorities say
The medical examiner said the 29-year-old Memphis Grizzlies forward died from heroin and cocaine, and investigators found no evidence of foul play.
- On Friday, the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner ruled Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke's death an accident, determining he died from "the effects of heroin and cocaine" earlier this year.
- Paramedics discovered Clarke unresponsive in his San Fernando Valley home on May 11, with sources telling ABC News that narcotics were found at the scene.
- Selected 21st overall in the 2019 NBA Draft, Clarke played 309 games for the Grizzlies over seven seasons, averaging 10.2 points and 5.5 rebounds per game.
- NBA Commissioner Adam Silver called Clarke a "beloved teammate and leader who played the game with enormous passion and grit," while the Grizzlies organization mourned the "tragic loss."
- About six weeks before his death, Clarke was arrested in Arkansas on charges of speeding, reckless driving, and possessing a controlled substance.
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Brandon Clarke's Death Ruled Accidental Overdose Involving Heroin, Cocaine
The Los Angeles County medical examiner's office announced Friday that Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke died from the effects of heroin and cocaine, ruling his death an accident. The office also listed the combined effects of multiple prescription medications as a contributing factor, though it did not specify which medications were involved. "The Medical Examiner report will be available at a future date," the office said in a statement…
The death of basketball player Brandon Clark from Memphis has been classified as a combination of circumstances caused by the effects of heroin and cocaine.
How Did Brandon Clarke Die? Cause of Death Confirmed for Late NBA Star in LA
The cause of death for Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke has been officially ruled an accidental overdose, closing the investigation into the 29-year-old's sudden death. Authorities from the Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner confirmed on Friday that the athlete died from the effects of heroin and cocaine, after he was found unresponsive at a home in the San Fernando Valley on 11 May. The news came after months of uncertain…
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