Brandon Clarke, a 29-year-old NBA player, died from the effects of heroin and cocaine, according to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner. Clarke was found unresponsive in his San Fernando Valley home on May 11 and was pronounced dead at the scene.
Background
Clarke played all seven of his NBA seasons with the Memphis Grizzlies. He was a regular part of the Grizzlies’ rotation before being sidelined by injuries, including an Achilles tear and a season-ending calf injury.
The Grizzlies issued a statement following Clarke’s death, expressing their condolences to his family and loved ones. Clarke had been arrested in Arkansas in April on charges including speeding and possession of a controlled substance.
Original reporting: NBC4 Los Angeles — read the source article.
