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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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The former NBA player was found unconscious in his room on 11 May.
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The basketball star's death has shocked.
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Brandon Clarke death cause revealed: Grizzlies star's passing ruled accidental; linked to drug and medication effects
Brandon Clarke died about six weeks after he was arrested in Arkansas on charges related to speeding, reckless driving and possession of a controlled substance.
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Clarke died in Los Angeles at the age of 29 while going through a season of injuries with the Grizzlies.
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