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Medical examiner’s report says Brandon Clarke may have had history of drug use, stints in rehab

By  and , Daily Memphian Updated: August 24, 2026 8:33 PM CT | Published: August 24, 2026 5:59 PM CT

The County of Los Angeles Department of Medical Examiner released a summary of its death investigation Monday, Aug. 24, regarding former Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke. 

The report revealed more details about the night of Clarke’s death and suggests that the Grizzlies player may have had prior stints at a rehabilitation program. 

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Drew Hill

Drew Hill

Drew Hill covers the Memphis Grizzlies and is a top-10 APSE winner. He has worked throughout the South writing about college athletics before landing in Memphis.

Jody Callahan

Jody Callahan graduated with degrees in journalism and economics from what is now known as the University of Memphis. He has covered news in Memphis for more than 25 years.


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