Brandon Clarke
#15PF · Memphis Grizzlies
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsC-
| Year | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 309 | 10.2 | 5.5 | 1.3 | 0.7 | 0.8 | 60.5% | 26.6% | 69.6% |
| 2025-26 | 2 | 4.0 | 3.0 | 0.5 | 1.0 | 0.0 | 33.3% | 0.0% | 50.0% |
| 2024-25 | 64 | 8.3 | 5.1 | 1.0 | 0.8 | 0.6 | 62.1% | 5.9% | 70.1% |
| 2023-24 | 6 | 11.3 | 5.3 | 1.5 | 0.8 | 1.0 | 55.9% | 16.7% | 14.3% |
Current Contract
Length
2 years
Total Value
$25.0M
AAV
$12.5M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Brandon Clarke's contract with the Memphis Grizzlies grades out as a fair market value contract, earning a C- CVI grade. At $12.5M per year over 2 years, this is a role player contract. Brandon's deal falls in the role player tier for NBA Power Forwards. At 29, Brandon still has productive years ahead, though the contract extends into the decline phase. This deal represents roughly fair market value — neither a steal nor an overpay. The deal will need consistent performance to grade out as a positive move long-term.
Performance Analysis
Brandon Clarke earns a C- Performance grade, reflecting average production for a Power Forward. Across 309 career games, Brandon has averaged 10.2 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 1.3 assists per game. Brandon's strongest metric is FG% at 6046.0, compared to the NBA Power Forward median of 46.0. The biggest area for improvement is APG at 1.3, below the Power Forward median of 4.0. Among 83 NBA Power Forwards graded this season, Brandon ranks 44th in overall performance. Brandon will need to elevate key areas of the game to justify a larger role with the Memphis Grizzlies.
Current Sentiment
Brandon Clarke's injury struggles have significantly damaged his perceived value heading into 2025-26. Recurring calf and knee injuries overshadow any positive contributions, creating widespread concern about durability. At $12.5M annually, his C-minus performance grade suggests he's overpaid for unreliable availability. Media narrative centers entirely on injury status updates rather than on-court contributions or potential. Fan confidence is pessimistic; consistent setbacks raise serious questions about his long-term role with Memphis.
Transaction History
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