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Grizzlies' Brandon Clarke Arrested on Trafficking Charges

4/2/2026

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Brandon Clarke, forward for the Memphis Grizzlies, was arrested in Arkansas on April 1 on trafficking and possession charges.
Authorities hold Clarke on a CID hold as they process the charges, including speeding, reckless driving, and improper passing.
The team ruled Clarke out for the 2025-26 season due to a calf strain after he played two games.
Grizzlies coach Tuomas Iisalo acknowledged the arrest but declined to comment further.

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Brandon Clarke, forward for the Memphis Grizzlies, was arrested in Arkansas on April 1 on trafficking and possession charges.
Authorities hold Clarke on a CID hold as they process the charges, including speeding, reckless driving, and improper passing.
The team ruled Clarke out for the 2025-26 season due to a calf strain after he played two games.
Grizzlies coach Tuomas Iisalo acknowledged the arrest but declined to comment further.