Brandon Clarke's death raised countless questions. The Memphis Grizzlies forward was found dead inside a home near Los Angeles on Monday, and a person familiar with the terms of the investigation told The Associated Press on Tuesday — after the team announced Clarke's passing — that drug paraphernalia was found at the residence. The 29-year-old Clarke was pronounced dead at the scene by first responders.

The NBA lost two of its own within hours. Jason Collins, the first openly gay player in league history, lost his battle with Stage 4 glioblastoma, while 29-year-old Brandon Clarke, the Grizzlies forward whose toughness defined a Memphis era, died after a struggle with substance use.

Desert Vista graduate Brandon Clarke's high school coach, Tony Darden, talked about their relationship. Clarke died May 11 at the age of 29.

Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke has died at the age of 29, the team, the NBA and his agency say.