Final Year of Brandon Clarke’s NBA Contract Voided After Death
Clarke died in May in Los Angeles.
The Grizzlies have decided not to pay out the final year of Brandon Clarke's contract to his estate following his death in May at the age of 29. Clarke had one year left on his contract for the 2026-27 NBA season, which was worth $12.5 million. His contract was terminated on July 3, about a month after his death. While Clarke's estate will receive his full $12.5 million from the 2025-26 season, the remaining salary for the final year won't be paid out as it wasn't protected in the event of death.
Clarke's death was ruled an accident due to the effects of heroin and cocaine, with a significant condition being the combined effects of multiple prescription medications. Clarke had played all seven of his NBA seasons for the Grizzlies, averaging 10.2 points and 5.5 rebounds in 309 games throughout his career.
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