Brandon Clark, a 29-year-old former Memphis Grizzlies forward who shared the court with Japanese NBA players Rui Hachimura, Yuta Watanabe, and Yuki Kawamura during his career, has passed away. The news was confirmed by multiple outlets, with reports indicating Clark was found dead at his home in Los Angeles. Authorities are investigating the cause of death, with early suspicions of a drug overdose.
Clark, known for his energy and defensive versatility, played a key role off the bench for the Grizzlies during the 2021-2022 season. He was remembered by teammates as an exceptional person and a great teammate. Hachimura, Watanabe, and Kawamura all shared time with Clark either in the NBA or during training camps, with Clark having a notable impact on their careers.
