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Grizzlies Honor Brandon Clarke in Season Opener
Memphis Grizzlies honor late teammate Brandon Clarke with pregame tribute as Jaren Jackson Jr. prepares for emotional night.
In brief
Memphis Grizzlies honor late teammate Brandon Clarke with pregame tribute as Jaren Jackson Jr. prepares for emotional night. Memphis Grizzlies held a pregame ceremony for Brandon Clarke, who died at 29 in May, before their season opener against Utah Jazz. Originally reported by EssentiallySports.
Grizzlies hold pregame tribute
Memphis Grizzlies held an emotional pregame ceremony at FedExForum before their season opener against Utah Jazz.
Brandon Clarke died at 29
Brandon Clarke passed away at 29 years old in May after a career spanning seven seasons with the Memphis Grizzlies.
Jaren Jackson Jr. returns for emotional night
Jaren Jackson Jr. returned to FedExForum for the first time as an opponent after being traded to Utah in February.
Jackson calls Clarke his brother
Jackson described Clarke as his brother, saying, 'That’s my brother,' during pregame shootaround.
“That’s my brother”
Grizzlies wear tribute patch
Grizzlies will wear a jersey patch bearing Clarke’s initials throughout the season to honor his legacy.
Clarke’s community impact
Clarke supported literacy programs and assisted families in Memphis through his nonprofit launched in 2025.
Grizzlies honor Clarke’s memory
Grizzlies teammates pledged to play with renewed purpose to honor Clarke’s legacy every game this season.
At a glance
Memphis Grizzlies held a pregame ceremony for Brandon Clarke, who died at 29 in May, before their season opener against Utah Jazz.
