NBA Mourns Brandon Clarke and Jason Collins Following Reported Deaths

The basketball world is mourning following reports involving Brandon Clarke and former NBA veteran Jason Collins.

Reports state that Brandon Clarke, forward for the Memphis Grizzlies, died at the age of 29. Tributes from the NBA community have begun pouring in following the announcement. 

Separate reports also state that Jason Collins, known as the NBA’s first openly gay active player, died at 47 following a battle with glioblastoma. 

The two reported losses have sent shockwaves through the basketball community, with players, teams, and fans sharing tributes online.

Further details are expected as reactions continue across the league.