Grizzlies’ Brandon Clarke Out for Season with PCL Injury – What’s Next for the Team?

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By: Mike

Brandon Clarke, the Memphis Grizzlies forward, has faced another significant setback, marking the third consecutive year his NBA season has been disrupted by a severe injury.

Clarke’s 2025 season has prematurely ended due to a severe sprain in his right knee’s posterior cruciate ligament (PCL), as confirmed by the Grizzlies on a recent Saturday afternoon. This injury follows a devastating left Achilles tear he suffered just over two years ago, which sidelined him for the rest of the 2023 season and the majority of the 2024 season.

During the 2025 season, Clarke appeared in 64 games, recording an average of 8.3 points, 5.1 rebounds, and one assist per game. This year has been notably different for him, as it’s the first time he’s averaged less than 10 points per game in his six-year career. Additionally, he’s seen a significant reduction in playtime, averaging only 18.9 minutes per game, the lowest in his career.

The Grizzlies released a statement regarding Clarke’s condition through a tweet, indicating the seriousness of his injury. The incident that led to his injury occurred during a game against the Portland Trail Blazers, where Clarke had a fall in the first quarter, contributing to a 115-99 loss for the Grizzlies.

As it stands, the Grizzlies have a record of 43-28 with 11 games remaining in the season, placing them fifth in the Western Conference, just one game behind the fourth-place Denver Nuggets.


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